starting with 1 is a good idea but if you dont wanna shell out 20 bucks for it its fine to skip. 2 is more narrative and its story directly follows the events that happen in 1 so theres some story stuff that wont make sense if you dont play 1 first, but it doesnt ruin the game or anything.
gameplay wise it doesnt matter at all, 2 is just all around better.
i apparently have 2 in my library from a humble bundle or something, should i try to play the first one first or does the order not matter
starting with 1 is a good idea but if you dont wanna shell out 20 bucks for it its fine to skip. 2 is more narrative and its story directly follows the events that happen in 1 so theres some story stuff that wont make sense if you dont play 1 first, but it doesnt ruin the game or anything.
gameplay wise it doesnt matter at all, 2 is just all around better.