Risk of Rain 2

Risk of Rain 2

August 30, 2019

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Co-op roguelike action The classic multiplayer roguelike, Risk of Rain, returns with an extra dimension and more challenging action. No run will ever be the same with randomized stages, enemies, bosses, and items. Play solo, or team up with up to four friends to fight your way through hordes of …

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Andrew King TheGamer Aug 2019
80.0 /100

"Risk of Rain 2 is an exciting roguelike with an adrenaline-pumping pace, fantastically varied perks, and intriguing secrets to spare."

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Brad Lang Screen Rant Aug 2019
90.0 /100

Graphics

80.0

Gameplay

45.0

Story

20.0

"Risk of Rain 2 is an exceptional example of how to combine the rogue-like genre with shooter mechanics. Deep, satisfying and just so addictive, it&s;s taking every cell in my body to prevent me from taking a week off from …"

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Chris White God is a Geek Aug 2019
90.0 /100

"Playing the Risk of Rain 2 console version is by far one of the most fun experiences I&s;ve had online, with some of the best combat ever."

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Clayton Cyre COGconnected Aug 2019
81.0 /100

Graphics

75.0

Gameplay

90.0

Story

60.0

"It’s clear that just like the original, Risk of Rain 2 is a labor of love and if you’re a gamer who likes supporting independent titles, this is a great one to pick up."

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Daniel Gusinski Screen Rant Aug 2019
80.0 /100

Graphics

65.0

Gameplay

92.0

Story

63.0

"Risk of Rain 2 doesn&s;t evolve the roguelike genre, but it does iterate on it in exceptional fashion."

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Donovan Erskine Shacknews Aug 2019
90.0 /100

Graphics

70.0

Gameplay

85.0

Story

45.0

"Risk of Rain 2 is a top-of-the-line roguelike."

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Elliot Attard Checkpoint Gaming Aug 2019
80.0 /100

Graphics

75.0

Gameplay

92.0

Story

30.0

"Risk of Rain 2 is definitely a content-rich experience. The game has ripened and matured throughout the Early Access process and has turned into a co-op game well worth experiencing. Even solo, the Roguelike elements keep things feeling fresh and …"

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Gaming Professors Gaming Professors Aug 2019
90.0 /100

Graphics

70.0

Gameplay

95.0

Story

30.0

"This adrenaline-fueled third-person shooter will keep you hooked for hours on end, and every time you fire it up, you’ll have a different experience. The game boasts truly entertaining gameplay and has almost no downsides. The graphics might not appeal …"

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James Duggan IGN Aug 2019
90.0 /100

Graphics

65.0

Gameplay

85.0

Story

35.0

"Risk of Rain 2&s;s early access hooked me with its fluid 3D action and distinct classes, and held my attention long after I&s;d seen everything it had to offer with its berserk roguelike progression, and the ability to squad up …"

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Jamie Davies GameGrin Aug 2019
80.0 /100

Graphics

75.0

Gameplay

80.0

Story

30.0

"Varied items, engrossing gameplay and a killer soundtrack make Risk of Rain 2 one of the best roguelike shooters in recent years. The lack of a mid-game save feature and some uninspired environments hold this sequel back, but the astonishing …"

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Jamie Laike Tsui Capsule Computers Aug 2019
80.0 /100

Graphics

80.0

Gameplay

80.0

Story

80.0

"The addictive gameplay loop is more than enough for players to overlook the spikes in difficulty and repetitive maps."

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Jason Rodriguez PC Invasion Aug 2019
95.0 /100

Graphics

85.0

Gameplay

95.0

Story

65.0

"With hardly any flaws or shortcomings, Risk of Rain 2 more than delivers. Its pulse-pounding, off-the-wall, challenging rogue-lite action, combined with countless secrets and unlockables, are sure to entertain and excite you. Play in short bursts or an hour until …"

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Jesse Norris XboxEra Aug 2019
85.0 /100

Graphics

85.0

Gameplay

90.0

Story

35.0

"Risk of Rain 2 is not the deepest of games. It is however fun every single run through. Add in up to three co-op companions and you are in for one heck of a good time."

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Jim Smale Gert Lush Gaming Aug 2019
90.0 /100

Graphics

60.0

Gameplay

85.0

Story

40.0

"I just can’t emphasize how good the game is and how much fun it is, it scratches many itches at the same time but most of all it is enjoyable and accessible as even if you suck, you can still …"

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Joseph Pugh GideonsGaming Aug 2019
88.0 /100

Graphics

92.0

Gameplay

96.0

Story

38.0

"Risk of Rain 2 stacks up as one of the most well-designed rogue-lites on the market, and is a clear example of early access done right. Its replay value is high, and its fun factor is even higher, especially with …"

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Justin Nation Nindie Spotlight Aug 2019
85.0 /100

Graphics

70.0

Gameplay

85.0

Story

30.0

"Having played both the original Risk of Rain and the Early Access version of this sequel on PC I’m pretty well-acquainted with both the level of challenge it provides, and of how chaotic the combat can tend to get in …"

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Kaveh Eskandari Bazimag Aug 2019
89.0 /100

"Risk of Rain 2 is one of the finest repeatable experiences of recent times. The amalgamation of Dungeon Crawling and Third Person Action works seamlessly and drags the player into a world they can hardly exit."

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100.0 /100

Graphics

95.0

Gameplay

96.0

Story

30.0

"As far as I’m concerned, Risk of Rain 2 is as good as gaming gets."

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Lloyd Coombes Daily Star Aug 2019
80.0 /100

Graphics

68.0

Gameplay

87.0

Story

38.0

"Risk of Rain 2 is a lonely experience when played solo, and while ability cool downs never feel too prohibitive, being able to exchange which of your squad is unleashing all manner of hell on an enemy is a big …"

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Matthew Weidner Nintendo Wire Aug 2019
90.0 /100

"Risk of Rain 2 is a perfect 3D translation of the 2D side-scroller it&s;s based on."

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Mick Fraser God is a Geek Aug 2019
90.0 /100

"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"

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Mike Mahardy GameSpot Aug 2019
80.0 /100

Graphics

70.0

Gameplay

85.0

Story

75.0

"Has Risk of Rain 2 had as much of an impact as Mario 64? Of course not. Its scope is decidedly narrow and its ambitions are confined to a small world focused on frantic combat in a straightforward, never-ending gameplay …"

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Mitch Vogel Nintendo Life Aug 2019
80.0 /100

Graphics

85.0

Gameplay

90.0

Story

60.0

"Even in its relatively unfinished state, Risk of Rain 2 proves to be an exceptionally well-designed take on the gameplay that made its predecessor popular."

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Patrick Hancock Destructoid Aug 2019
85.0 /100

"Despite my qualms with certain challenges and the last boss, I cannot get enough of Risk of Rain 2. I love the characters and discovering secrets while setting new goals for myself. As someone who mostly bounced off the first …"

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Quinn Hiers But Why Tho? Aug 2019
95.0 /100

Graphics

80.0

Gameplay

95.0

Story

30.0

"With its procedurally generated levels, infinite leveling system, a plethora of items and characters to unlock, and some beautiful and intelligent world designs, Risk of Rain 2 is a co-op experience you won’t forget anytime soon."

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Sebastian Hawden PlayStation Universe Aug 2019
85.0 /100

Graphics

85.0

Gameplay

90.0

Story

30.0

"Risk of Rain 2 is fast, fluid and a lot of fun. This is amplified vastly in multiplayer, which works flawlessly and is very enjoyable. If you enjoy roguelikes you will enjoy Risk of Rain 2, even if you don&s;t, …"

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Shubhankar Parijat GamingBolt Aug 2019
90.0 /100

Graphics

85.0

Gameplay

92.0

Story

30.0

"Risk of Rain 2 has that crucial "one more run" quality that the best roguelikes need to have, and offers a deeply compelling and addictive experience that proves that Hopoo Games can make a good roguelike regardless of what it …"

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Wes Fenlon PC Gamer Aug 2019
84.0 /100

Graphics

90.0

Gameplay

92.0

Story

86.0

"The quest for outrageous items makes Risk of Rain 2 a strong action roguelike, but its unlockable secrets give it that little something extra."

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棘皮动物的野望 Gamersky Aug 2019
80.0 /100

Graphics

68.0

Gameplay

52.0

Story

38.0

"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."

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