7.2?!? I normally don't give games a perfect 10, cause there's always something to take away from a game. In this case though, LiS2 deserves a far better spot than 7.2.
It is easily the better title with a greater focus on character development between the protagonist and his brother. Not to mention, it serves as a good roadtrip movie which for me, is a far more interesting environment than the school.
Naturally the first one was a murder mystery. Here, it's more about hard choices while trying to hold onto your morality.
I feel the low ratings come from those who not only wanted a similar game to LiS1 but those who were also trapped in its nostalgia.