Risk of Rain 2
Action
Indie
Single-player
Multi-player
PvP
Online PvP
Co-op
Online Co-op
Full controller support
Steam Trading Cards
Adjustable Text Size
Camera Comfort
Custom Volume Controls
Adjustable Difficulty
Stereo Sound
Surround Sound
Steam Cloud
Steam Leaderboards
Remote Play on Phone
Remote Play on Tablet
Remote Play on TV
Family Sharing

Escape a chaotic alien planet by fighting through hordes of frenzied monsters – with your friends, or on your own. Combine loot in surprising ways and master each character until you become the havoc you feared upon your first crash landing.

Developers: Hopoo Games
Publishers: Gearbox Publishing
Release Date: Aug 11, 2020
Price (USD): $24.99
Current Players: 6.4k

Links:  Steam Store  SteamDB

Overwhelmingly Positive(95%)
addictive gameplay
phenomenal soundtrack
high replayability
co-op multiplayer
variety of characters
item randomness
game difficulty
DLC price
connectivity issues
difficulty spikes
large maps
game crashes
Overall, player reviews lean towards a positive sentiment due to the game's addictive nature, phenomenal soundtrack, and high replayability. However, there is noticeable frustration regarding the difficulty spikes and multiplayer connectivity issues, which impacts the experience negatively for some. Despite these criticisms, the game is generally recommended for both solo and especially multiplayer play, with the caveat that some technical issues and balancing challenges may arise.

Positive Points

  • Many players found the game highly addictive and engaging, with a rewarding and dynamic gameplay loop.
  • The soundtrack was frequently praised as phenomenal and adding great depth to the gameplay experience.
  • The variety of characters and item combinations offers players a unique experience with each run, contributing to the game's high replayability.
  • Players appreciated the cooperative multiplayer mode, finding it greatly enhances the game experience, especially when playing with friends.
  • Negative Points

  • The game's multiplayer mode received criticism especially due to connectivity issues and lack of proper support on devices like the Steam Deck.
  • Some reviewers noted the difficulty in finding items and portals on large maps, which could make the game feel tedious and repetitive at times.
  • Players expressed frustration at the high difficulty spikes and the experience of being frequently one-shotted by enemies.
  • There were complaints about game crashes and bugs, particularly affecting longer runs and multiplayer sessions.
  • Mixed Points

  • While the randomness in item drops was seen as exciting and unpredictable by some, others found it frustrating, especially when good item builds couldn't be completed.
  • The game's difficulty was both praised for being challenging yet criticized for making solo play less enjoyable as compared to multiplayer.
  • The DLC content was seen as valuable and enriching by some, but others felt the price was steep and contributed to a pay-to-win experience.
  • Common Themes

  • The game is often described as highly addictive and a time sink due to its engaging mechanics.
  • Replayability is touted as a significant strength, with different characters, items, and builds providing fresh experiences on subsequent runs.
  • The cooperative multiplayer experience is frequently mentioned, enhancing gameplay when friends are involved.
  • The quality and impact of the soundtrack are consistently highlighted across reviews.
  • Updated 2/2/2026, 12:02:21 AM UTC