Risk of Rain 2

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8.3

Generally favorable reviews- based on 289 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 240 out of 289
  2. Mixed: 26 out of 289
  3. Negative: 23 out of 289

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  1. Fanonymous
    Oct 22, 2020
    10
    I never played the original and doubted I could enjoy RoR2 because it just isn't my style of game.

    I was very wrong. The gameplay is so slick, the randomization and unlockables make each play through completely unique. I try to play other games, but I just keep coming back to this. I can easily set out to play for an hour and end up playing two. I even like the art style even though it    I never played the original and doubted I could enjoy RoR2 because it just isn't my style of game.

    I was very wrong. The gameplay is so slick, the randomization and unlockables make each play through completely unique. I try to play other games, but I just keep coming back to this. I can easily set out to play for an hour and end up playing two. I even like the art style even though it seemed odd and over-saturated to me when I watched re-plays. It's perfect, and the soundtrack is amazing.

    People call it a roguelite because it is just impossible to put this game into any regular category. Risk of Rain 2 is like very few other games, which is why it feels so fresh.

    Buy this game if you think you might like it. Buy this game for your friends and support the devs so they keep making more great games like this.    … Expand
  2. adrenilinmatt
    Nov 8, 2020
    10
    I've got 600 hours clocked on this game. Which, on it's own, says a lot.

    If you're into going from peasant to literal GOD within a few minutes, with a nice splash of good old RNG along the way, destroying thousands of enemies at a time, with or without friends, for HOURS on end, this might just be the perfect game for you.

    600 hours. Let that sink in.
  3. angraholyland
    Aug 18, 2020
    10
    Hundreds of hours of pure action-oriented fun! This game has a lot to offer, a lot to discover and a addictive gameplay that gets better every run. You can play alone and online, with friends and random people (and you can pick good partners). Recommended to everyone that loves third person shooters and rogue-lites.
  4. CzarSquid
    Feb 20, 2022
    10
    Spacey glowy point and shooty with many enemies and powerful items make fun multiplayer
  5. Wweald
    Apr 27, 2021
    10
    Super fun addicting game that gets better the more you play it with a lot of replayability. You start off struggling and snowball into a god that destroys everything around you.
  6. SchnozBott
    Aug 13, 2020
    10
    For what it is, it's just about perfect, the most videogame of all videogames. An exercise in how RNGesus can elevate your humble survivor from weak obscurity to near godlike power. A world of stylized aesthetic full of secrets and a smooth soundtrack that just absolutely slaps. But there's no time to stop and smell the roses, the game gets harder every minute, so you must balance yourFor what it is, it's just about perfect, the most videogame of all videogames. An exercise in how RNGesus can elevate your humble survivor from weak obscurity to near godlike power. A world of stylized aesthetic full of secrets and a smooth soundtrack that just absolutely slaps. But there's no time to stop and smell the roses, the game gets harder every minute, so you must balance your greed with speed. Unlock a cast of 9 survivors that are all their own unique gameplay style. Discover and earn Artifacts that change how the whole game plays. And once you learn the ropes, drop down to the planet with a few friends so you can all have YASD together.

    Risk of Rain 2 stands tall among the best roguelites ever made, evoking memories of Spelunky and The Binding of Isaac    … Expand
  7. Loeken666
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    this is an extremely fun game and addicting game even better with friends. :D
  8. 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
  9. Chase-2200
    Jan 14, 2021
    10
    Easily one of my favorite games ever. The game is so replayable with every run feeing different. The game is so fun that when I die I’m not even upset, I’m just ready to start a another run.
  10. kyve
    Jun 18, 2021
    10
    Risk of Rain 2 is fun, addictive, challenging, very frantic and the soundtrack is incredible.
    Being one of the games I spent the most time on Steam, I can say it is one of my favorite games of all time.
  11. Finglofell
    Aug 13, 2020
    10
    There’s hundreds of hours of fun to be had in RoR2, if you approach it with the right mindset and sometimes a friend or two. It’s not for everyone, but I found it a lot more forgiving than e.g. Dark Souls, and it’s got a Chris Christodoulou soundtrack to boot, so your ears will enjoy themselves even when you reach your inevitable and abrupt demise.
  12. OneEyeSy
    Aug 20, 2020
    10
    This is hands down one of my favorite games in recent years. I've been playing since the early access launch and have amassed around 500 hours. Even at the early access launch point I feel like it was in a full game state then. Over the past year and some change, Hopoo have consistently updated and added upon an amazing framework. Whether its adding new survivors that feel vastly differentThis is hands down one of my favorite games in recent years. I've been playing since the early access launch and have amassed around 500 hours. Even at the early access launch point I feel like it was in a full game state then. Over the past year and some change, Hopoo have consistently updated and added upon an amazing framework. Whether its adding new survivors that feel vastly different from each other, or crafting beautiful and wondrous new stages for us to explore, all the way to expanding its crazy array of items that make you feel more powerful than I have in any other video game before it, this game has become one of the most addictive and downright time consuming pieces of media I've ever interacted with. The more and more time I sunk into the world of Risk of Rain 2 were moments spent learning something new, experimenting with certain playstyles and builds, or going for the 100% on the plethora of engaging challenges the game has to offer. I will never be able to stress how amazing this work of art is, but just know you will get more value out of this $20 indie than most triple A games out there today. 10/10.… Expand
  13. MetaCritKindaSx
    Aug 26, 2020
    10
    Most of the people that gave this game a score between 0 and 6 either have played less than 10 mins or just have the attention span of a toddler.This game shows that you don`t need a huge team to achieve one of the best indie titles in recent memory.
  14. TomasJalooin
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    Es un buen juego si tiene mucho tiempo libre y te gustan los desafíos, jugarlo con amigos te garantizara mas diversión, pero jugarlo solo no esta para nada mal. Un juego que vale completamente la pena
  15. Phelyne
    Sep 28, 2020
    10
    Gorgeous art, amazing soundtrack, astonishing replayability, unique aesthetic - this game has everything I want in a game and more. It's my favourite game. There are no microtransactions whatsoever, although currently they're planning on making some DLC to fund continued development which I'm really excited for! I can't recommend this game enough. It's the single best rogue-like on theGorgeous art, amazing soundtrack, astonishing replayability, unique aesthetic - this game has everything I want in a game and more. It's my favourite game. There are no microtransactions whatsoever, although currently they're planning on making some DLC to fund continued development which I'm really excited for! I can't recommend this game enough. It's the single best rogue-like on the market with its unique feature of infinite item stacking on nearly every single item. Give it a go!… Expand
  16. JustAClown
    Sep 28, 2020
    10
    No Man's Sky meets Enter The Gungeon. It's a marvel in what this game can do in such a short development time.
  17. GamerMan444
    Jan 14, 2021
    10
    this game is amazinggggggggggg i cant even believe how dood it is dude? :DDDDD
  18. notYuB
    Oct 19, 2020
    10
    This is on of the most well done rogue likes out there. Trying not to sound like to much of a fan boy here, but even if your just slightly interested in this game I can't recommend you pick it up straight away.
  19. JxBest
    May 25, 2021
    10
    I HIGHLY recommend this game. One of/or the Greatest Action Roguelike Co-op game created so far. I love everything about this game. The characters all unique and the gameplay ever changing and THE MUSIC IS GODLIKE! This game is great solo or with friends and you can play runs for hours. Overall consensus this game Is Amazing. (This game is a MUST BUY.)
  20. Notartist43
    Dec 18, 2020
    10
    This game is one of the best rouge likes I have played. With 300+ hours I can confirm that the game is amazing. The final boss is epic and the game is so fun to play, seriously if you have not already bought the game please do it is worth all its 25$ and better than most 60$ games now a days. The devs really know how to make a great game
  21. 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)
  22. OminousToaster
    Mar 4, 2021
    10
    Worth every cent. Shows that you don't need a big studio and 7 years to make a good game. Hopoo's dedication to making fun their first priority really shows in every part of the game. Some people complain that the stages aren't randomized, but this would be nearly impossible to do in 3D and this is made up for in the massive pool of items along with the unique characters that change theWorth every cent. Shows that you don't need a big studio and 7 years to make a good game. Hopoo's dedication to making fun their first priority really shows in every part of the game. Some people complain that the stages aren't randomized, but this would be nearly impossible to do in 3D and this is made up for in the massive pool of items along with the unique characters that change the entire playstyle. The scaling difficulty mechanic was a stroke of genius from the devs and makes the game easy to get into unlike many other games in the same genre. Many people complain about the difficulty and repetitiveness but they just haven't given it a chance and actually tried to see what the game has to offer. The characters are all unique and provide an entirely different playstyle and you can get a god run with any of them. I'm shocked to see how balanced these characters are in a game all about becoming overpowered. The items aren't just simple stat boosts, but all have their entirely unique properties. All the complaints about graphics are unwarranted; I personally love the artstyle of this game, and would recommend it to ANYONE looking for a new game to sink hundreds of hours into. I am super excited for the next content update, and for anyone worried about the game dying after it stops development, it has an active modding scene that will keep the game alive for years. Hopoo deserved every word of praise they get, so please, buy the game. It's only 25 dollars and is more fun than most 60 dollar games.

    11/10    … Expand
  23. mat_b
    Jun 21, 2021
    10
    mat b !
  24. Blizzard__
    Aug 1, 2021
    10
    This is Probably the best game I have played in a few years. It’s just amazing and has a high replay value
  25. Yorai1212
    Aug 9, 2021
    10
    Fun ass game, a lot of stuff to achieve, to earn, such as characters and thropies.
    Also really fun with friends and family!
  26. Yt_dizzy
    Aug 12, 2021
    10
    There is a big bug with the game where it constantly shoots rockets when your not doing anything and it lags out the game and crashes it. It happened to many times to me and it got to the point where I deleted the game. Before the newest update that never happened but something in this certain update is messed up and I’m disappointed honestly because I loved the game and now I can’t evenThere is a big bug with the game where it constantly shoots rockets when your not doing anything and it lags out the game and crashes it. It happened to many times to me and it got to the point where I deleted the game. Before the newest update that never happened but something in this certain update is messed up and I’m disappointed honestly because I loved the game and now I can’t even enjoy it because it always freezes or crashes cuz of this glitch/bug. I hope it gets fixed but until then I don’t think I’ll be playing much if at all at this point.… Expand
  27. Fvnfvnfvn
    Mar 1, 2022
    10
    If I could say one thing about this game, its that its not a game. Its a drug, and I cant stop coming back to it :.). Hoopoo Games is a relatively small team of incredibly talented people who really cared about and loved this project enough to help it grow into the indie dynamo that it is.

    The beauty of RoR2 and why its so addicting is that the only limiting factor in this game is time.    If I could say one thing about this game, its that its not a game. Its a drug, and I cant stop coming back to it :.). Hoopoo Games is a relatively small team of incredibly talented people who really cared about and loved this project enough to help it grow into the indie dynamo that it is.

    The beauty of RoR2 and why its so addicting is that the only limiting factor in this game is time. The longer you spend playing each level the more the difficulty rises creating this growing tension which never seems to stop. Will you go that legendary item even if it take you and extra 5 mins to get it? The choice is yours, but is it worth it? That's what draws you in and urges you to keep playing.

    Gamplay: 9.5
    Story: 9.5
    Enjoyment: 10    … Expand
  28. The_Senate
    Dec 22, 2022
    10
    The peak of Rougelikes, and has been one of my favorite game of the past years. If anyone shares a interest in the genre you will be greeted with a game that has love poured into it. From the music, to the bosses, to the gameplay loop, you will experience a game like no other. Anyone that gave this game below a 7 is just complaining about the rouge like aspects in which I've yet to seeThe peak of Rougelikes, and has been one of my favorite game of the past years. If anyone shares a interest in the genre you will be greeted with a game that has love poured into it. From the music, to the bosses, to the gameplay loop, you will experience a game like no other. Anyone that gave this game below a 7 is just complaining about the rouge like aspects in which I've yet to see someone give valid flaws of the game. This game is incredible and anyone that like roguelikes should try this game!… Expand
  29. FriedSnow
    Dec 28, 2021
    10
    Лучшая игра в своём жанре. Много предметов, относительно много персонажей. Не слишком простая, не слишком сложная. Низкий порог вхождения. Шедевр кароче
  30. Belethor5773
    Mar 9, 2022
    10
    If you're a fan of roguelites, third person shooters or games in general you NEED to play this game it is (in my own opinion) the pinnacle of the genre and one of the best games I have played.
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#21 Best PC Game of 2020
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#42 Most Discussed PC Game of 2020

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Metascore
85

Generally favorable reviews - based on 18 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 17 out of 18
  2. Mixed: 1 out of 18
  3. Negative: 0 out of 18
  1. 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]
  2. Vandal
    Sep 1, 2020
    82
    Risk of Rain 2 does a great job at creating an engaging world full of frantic moments, although sometimes its procedural features get in the way.
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  3. The Indie Game Website
    Aug 31, 2020
    90
    We have finally lived through the full release of Risk of Rain 2. With the full release comes a new character, who is excellent, and a true final level, final boss, and an ending. On top of that, we get even more excellent music from Chris Christodoulou. It cements Risk of Rain 2 as one of the best roguelikes of all time, and certainly one of the best co-op roguelikes too. There are a couple of things I was hoping to see with the full release, like more skills for the other survivors, but I’m sure they’ll arrive somewhere down the line. As it stands, if you’ve not played Risk of Rain 2, you’re doing yourself a disservice.
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