Risk of Rain 2

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Generally favorable reviews- based on 289 Ratings

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  • Summary: The classic multiplayer roguelike, Risk of Rain, returns with an extra dimension and more challenging action. Play solo, or team up with up to three friends to fight your way through hordes of monsters, unlock new loot, and find a way to escape the planet.

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Critic Reviews

Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 17 out of 18
  2. Mixed: 1 out of 18
  3. Negative: 0 out of 18
  1. Game Revolution
    Aug 11, 2020
    100
    As far as I’m concerned, Risk of Rain 2 is as good as gaming gets. Unlocking items, discovering new synergies, planning out builds — it’s all immensely satisfying. Make no mistake: This is a tough game, and the randomized nature inherent to roguelikes just won’t click with some people. But, for players with a taste for escalating action and challenge, this game stands as one of the very best in the genre.
  2. God is a Geek
    Aug 28, 2020
    90
    Risk of Rain 2 is an excellent time that takes you from a scrappy fight with some pesky aliens to a desperate battle for survival in a 3D bullet hell every run.
  3. CD-Action
    Nov 16, 2020
    90
    A shooter with a roguelike’s soul, Risk of Rain 2 is pretty much devoid of any deeper meaning, but at the same time perfectly executed and brilliant in its simplicity. [11/2020, p.33]
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  4. Noisy Pixel
    Aug 18, 2020
    85
    Risk of Rain 2 has a lot to offer and despite some downsides to the multiplayer side of things, the game is still really well put together. There is a lot to explore and unlock, but most importantly, it’s really fun to play. The core gameloop of Risk of Rain 2 makes it accessible while the additional features and mechanics make it tough to put down. I highly recommend this game to both roguelike veterans and those who are interested in diving into the genre.
  5. PC Gamer
    Aug 11, 2020
    84
    The quest for outrageous items makes Risk of Rain 2 a strong action roguelike, but its unlockable secrets give it that little something extra.
  6. Gamersky
    Aug 23, 2020
    80
    Risk of Rain 2 offers an impressive but difficult adventure. The game can reward smart players for some steady-progressed strategy, while stubborn and radical players will be punished instantly.
  7. Multiplayer.it
    Aug 19, 2020
    70
    Risk of Rain 2 is a third person shooter roguelike full of items to unlock and enemies to kill. However it is a little short of breath.

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Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 86 out of 106
  2. Mixed: 7 out of 106
  3. Negative: 13 out of 106
  1. waterkettle_1
    Aug 12, 2020
    10
    This is such a great game but just don't play at nighttime as you will get very addicted lol
  2. Menetys
    Apr 15, 2022
    10
    this game is one of the best roguelike games you can get. but keep in mind that it gets boring quick :P (By quick I mean after like a 100 or so hours)
  4. arkantos869
    Aug 10, 2023
    10
    I didn't think I'd like this game as I couldn't get into the first one. This game is excellent and incredibly fun, especially with friends.I didn't think I'd like this game as I couldn't get into the first one. This game is excellent and incredibly fun, especially with friends. The variety of "builds" you can choose from gives it a great deal of re-playability. Highly recommend!… Expand
  5. TeoBlue
    Jan 1, 2021
    9
    I'm not generally a big fan of rogue likes but this one really hooked me in. For starters it feels like it's been a while to have a gameI'm not generally a big fan of rogue likes but this one really hooked me in. For starters it feels like it's been a while to have a game that's fun to unlock things. You start with 1 character and lots of items, and as you play you quickly first unlock some good items and characters and then later will tackle the more challenging tasks. As you unlock more playable characters you really begin to feel the weight of your character. Each one has such a unique playsyle of how you will find yourself moving and operating within the world. I feel the weapons were designed very well. For instance one weapon is a nail gun that is automatic but when you release it fires a shotgun like cluster of 12. Another weapon fires 3 times in little bursts but if it crits it fires 6 times. These variances along with the wide diverse set of items sets you up for a fantastic experience that wears down incredibly slowly. I can honestly say that on my current 40th hour of gameplay I am just as, if not more excited, for my run than the first hour. To me this is a hallmark for a machanic truly made with love and care. The level design is fantastic. The procedural generation makes you always wonder what you're going to see around the corner and how you're gonna tackle the level at hand. The graphics are it's own kinda like when borderlands was big and it was it's own sort of art form. In the same way the models and world around you is absolutely gorgous and extremely athletically pleasing. The item diversity is incredible. The number of ideas you'll have and different things to try feels almost limitless. What I'd say regarding to items and builds for this game is seeing as there's no real winning the game, you do what is fun or sounds good at that time and this keeps the gameplay constantly fresh. My only regret is looking up how to unlock things. They said if you look closely at the maps and explore deeply, you will find many hidden secrets and they are most definitely right. With enough time and being blasted around the map I definitely believe I would have eventually found everything on my own and I'm absolutely horrible at finding what to do in games. After seeing the gameplay of the first game (never played it btw) I'm absolutely stunned they manged to get this out as the sequel to be as beautiful and fun as it is. Top 5 games of the year for me and a must play for anyone who watches it and it looks remotely fun. (initially I thought i had no expectations. I saw the gameplay and thought it looked somewhat fun. I was absolutely blown away.)… Expand
  6. renyw
    Dec 19, 2022
    9
    great great great great great great great great great great great great great
  7. Larry4578
    Sep 18, 2021
    8
    I like enjoyed this game a lot.
    I was pretty skeptical about buying this game, I bought it only when my friends told me to buy it to play    I like enjoyed this game a lot.
    I was pretty skeptical about buying this game, I bought it only when my friends told me to buy it to play with them.
    And I did.
    I was not disappointed.
    I really like the graphics, they look stunning, and they fit the game perfectly. The visuals and the animations are great either.
    The abilities and the skills are varied and enjoyable. It's so satisfying to build your skill until you become overpowered and it's so great.
    You could easily get addicted to this game. Getting into this game is super easy because it's not too difficult and everyone can play it.
    The soundtrack is so fun to listen to and it will make you feel like a bad-ass.
    There are some problems with this game. You could call it "over-animation". The animations could be very overwhelming and intense so it might be hard to keep track. I have a problem with the first stages of the game. They are pretty bland and not very fun.    … Expand
  8. Shdndjfbc
    Sep 20, 2020
    0
    Waste of time. Learn to communicate with your audience. Game needs quicker updates and relevant information shouldn't be hard to find.

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