Remnant II Reviews

Remnant II is ranked in the 86th percentile of games scored on OpenCritic.
8.5 / 10.0
Jul 29, 2023

A great sequel with strong gameplay, diverse enemies, fun boss fights and satisfying shooting mechanics. It's a shame that the story is still mediocre, but other than that the game is worth your time.

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85%
Jul 28, 2023

Remnant 2 is not only an excellent Dark Souls-inspired shooter, but it boasts an incredible amount of creativity and ingenuity, the likes of which we’ve not seen in quite a while. It’s a game full of wonder, mystery, and will keep you on the edge of your seat... even when you're getting your ass handed to you!

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90 / 100
Jul 28, 2023

I find myself thinking this about a lot of games this year, but in a weaker year Remnant 2 could be a GOTY contender. Don't hesitate to check it out if you like these types of games.

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8 / 10.0
Jul 28, 2023

Remnant II is a fine game, which unfortunately had its good impression spoiled by technical problems. Our adventure in Remnant II, by default, begins on Earth, which, after the events of its predecessor, was cut off from the Root invasion and, at this point, only the remnants remain. Remnant II is a fully randomly generated game. The order of our campaign is randomized, the layouts of the worlds are randomized, the bosses we meet are randomized and much, much more. This is the main appeal of the Remnant series, with each playthrough we find something new.

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9 / 10
Jul 28, 2023

Remnant II is a fantastic fantasy shooter, offering a dark and enticing series of worlds to explore, loot and conquer. Whether you're playing solo or in co-op, this is easily one of the game experiences of the year.

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Jul 28, 2023

Remnant 2 is an ambitious sequel stuffed with delightful - and deadly - surprises.

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9 / 10.0
Jul 28, 2023

Remnant 2’s tactical combat, level variety, and rich secrets come together to deliver something extraordinary.

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Jul 27, 2023

Remnant 2 is a proper sequel, both fun and frustrating.

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Jul 27, 2023
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8 / 10.0
Jul 27, 2023

A superior sequel sees Gunfire Games push the Remnant series to new heights. Those heights cause some nosebleeds, but they're worth it to experience one of the most interesting action RPG experiences I've had in recent years.

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8.8 / 10.0
Jul 26, 2023

In essence, Remnant 2 outperforms its predecessor in every single way, with its focus on procedural generation paying off handsomely. The action is satisfying on every level, the loot grind is anything but, and the sheer amount of possibilities when it comes to archetypes, skills, and gear means a fresh experience can be created almost instantly. While the main plot lacks impact, and the visuals can be subpar, the real meat of the action is juicy and succulent, and if you happen to have friends along for the ride, this is one new obsession that can be a mainstay for years to come.

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8.2 / 10.0
Jul 26, 2023

With Remnant 2 the developers have not yet found the perfect formula, but they have certainly made good steps forward.

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8.5 / 10.0
Jul 26, 2023

The first Remnant was surprisingly good, and we expected no less from the sequel. As it turns out, Remnant 2 is even more than that. It's a must-play for people in search of a true challenge.

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8 / 10
Jul 26, 2023

A significant improvement on the last game and one of the best Soulslikes of recent years, with excellent use of procedural generation and so much variety it's almost impossible to see everything.

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8 / 10.0
Jul 26, 2023

Remnant II is a darn fun game. It's clear that the developers took to heart all of the major complaints about the first game and worked on improving them. The result is a title that seems determined to put having fun above all else, and it works. Assuming you have friends along for the ride, this can easily be one of the most enjoyable Soulslike experiences out there, and it's still fun as a solo game.

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7.8 / 10.0
Jul 26, 2023

Remnant2 can be summarized as a game that embodies almost everything that gamers who enjoyed the previous work wished. The joy of combat is now much deeper, and there are various ways to build your own play style. However, the absence of cross-play which was possible in the previous game and a bit low-quality optimization left us a bitter taste.

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8 / 10.0
Jul 25, 2023

There’s a lot to like about Remnant II – this is a very worthy sequel. It offers more of the same challenging, world-hopping, third-person shooter action, but this time with more choice, more polish, and a variety of gameplay improvements. Fans of Remnant: From the Ashes will lap this up, and newcomers are likely to get a lot of enjoyment from it too – as long as they’re brave and persistent.

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Jul 25, 2023

With a deep character-building system and endless possibilities offered thanks to its procedurally generated levels, Remnant 2 is an absolute must-experience — and one we think we'll be world-hopping in for a long, long time.

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8 / 10.0
Jul 25, 2023

Remnant II gives players a brutal and beautiful odyssey across time and space. It won't hold your hand, it will barely tell you where you're going or how to get there, but the adventure is certainly one worth experiencing.

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7.8 / 10.0
Jul 25, 2023

Remnant II is most successful as a tour through a series of disparate dimensions, each contending with their own battles against the villainous Root plaguing their world. The gunplay is solid, the co-op with up to two other players works great, and the lore is fascinating (if you want to dig deep). Remnant II’s plot, characters, and progression are where it falls short, but I like its third-person shooter take on mechanics and ideas borrowed from the Souls games.

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