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Heave Ho 2

Get a grip, swing together, and survive the chaos. Learn core controls, online and local multiplayer modes, and how to clear themed worlds with your team.

Jul 2026

Released

82

Steam Reviews

Casual

Genre

92.7%

Positive Reviews

Fan WikiSteam App ID2802740Developer Le Cartel StudioPlatformSteam

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About Heave Ho 2

Heave Ho 2 is a casual indie party game built around cooperative swinging. Players grab scenery and teammates, then chain momentum to cross dangerous gaps.

The sequel expands couch chaos with full online co-op and versus play. It also introduces themed worlds and interactive objects that create new movement puzzles.

If your timing slips, the run can end fast. Good communication, controlled releases, and reliable grips are the keys to consistent clears.

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Quick Facts

Developer
Le Cartel Studio
Platform
Steam
Genre
Casual / Indie
01Core Mechanics

How movement and teamwork work

Heave Ho 2 centers on grip control, momentum, and coordinated releases. Mastering these basics is the fastest way to improve.

  1. 01Grab and swing fundamentalsUse long-arm grabbing to hold platforms or teammates, then build pendulum motion to cross gaps safely.
  2. 02Release timing mattersLetting go too early or too late causes falls, so sync releases with your team before major jumps.
  3. 03Recover as a groupWhen someone slips, regroup quickly and rebuild your chain instead of forcing risky solo attempts.
02Modes

Co-op and versus options

The game supports both collaborative runs and competitive matches, with local and online options available.

  1. 01Co-op playProgress through stages together in local or online co-op with up to four players.
  2. 02Versus challengesSwitch to versus mode for frantic competitive rounds designed to test control and consistency.
  3. 03Session sizePlan around 2–4 player sessions for both cooperative and competitive formats.
03Systems

Worlds, gadgets, and platform features

Beyond movement, progression depends on adapting to world themes and using interactive objects effectively.

  1. 01Eight themed worldsStages span distinct themes including space, kitchen, medieval, and ninja-inspired environments.
  2. 02Interactive gadgetsExpect objects such as keys, drones, ski lifts, pop guns, sauce items, and lasers to alter traversal.
  3. 03Input flexibilityPlay with full controller support, keyboard-only option, and support for DualShock and DualSense controllers.
  4. 04Steam featuresTrack 21 achievements and keep progress synced through Steam Cloud support.

Updates

New versions, changes, events, and current game status.

Mechanics

Core systems, rules, stats, and gameplay interactions.

Modes

Game modes, raids, events, challenges, and their objectives.

Floors

Floors, areas, maps, routes, and depth progression.

Progression

How runs, levels, unlocks, and long-term progress work.

Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers to the most common questions about Heave Ho 2.

Ready to swing?

Start playing Heave Ho 2 on Steam, then use this wiki to sharpen co-op coordination and versus consistency.