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: 9.3k

Links:  Steam Store  SteamDB

Very Positive(95%)
addictive gameplay
amazing soundtrack
high replayability
fun with friends
difficulty
random balances
modding support
connectivity issues
recent DLC problems
legal issues
Overall, player sentiment is overwhelmingly positive about the core gameplay and immersive experience. However, some criticisms are noted about connectivity issues in multiplayer and problems with recent DLCs. Enthusiasm for the game's rich content and replayability remains strong, with a difficulty level that's both praised and critiqued.

Positive Points

  • The game has a fantastic and addictive gameplay loop that players describe as chaotic yet immensely rewarding.
  • Players rave about the game's soundtrack, often described as amazing and a driving force in their love for the game.
  • The game offers high replayability with new characters, items, and strategies to explore.
  • Both single-player and multiplayer modes receive praise, with multiplayer being especially fun with friends.
  • Negative Points

  • Multiplayer connectivity issues were commonly cited, with players frequently disconnected and unable to rejoin sessions.
  • Some players expressed dissatisfaction with the game's DLC releases, mentioning bugs introduced or unresolved by these updates.
  • A number of players criticized the legal and business practices associated with the game since Gearbox took over its publishing.
  • Mixed Points

  • The game's difficulty was seen as both a challenge and a barrier, with some players enjoying the challenge while others found it frustrating.
  • The randomness of item drops and game balance had mixed reactions—some found it thrilling while others found it unfair.
  • Modding support was appreciated, yet some players felt the need for mods to improve or fix aspects of the game indicates underlying issues.
  • Common Themes

  • The game's atmosphere and the feeling of becoming overpowered over the course of a run is a common highlight.
  • There is frequent mention of a learning curve, with players eventually becoming adept but struggling initially.
  • A significant number of players discuss interpersonal dynamics, especially regarding loot sharing in multiplayer.
  • Updated 10/9/2025, 12:01:55 AM UTC