Risk of Rain 2 Reviews

Risk of Rain 2 is ranked in the 96th percentile of games scored on OpenCritic.
9 / 10.0
Sep 21, 2019

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

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9.5 / 10.0
May 21, 2020

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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9 / 10.0
Aug 13, 2020

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 advance.

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Brian Lee
8.5 / 10.0
Aug 18, 2020

Risk of Rain 2 has a lot to offer and despite some downsides to the multiplayer side of things, the game is still really well put together. There is a lot to explore and unlock, but most importantly, it’s really fun to play. The core gameloop of Risk of Rain 2 makes it accessible while the additional features and mechanics make it tough to put down. I highly recommend this game to both roguelike veterans and those who are interested in diving into the genre.

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8.9 / 10.0
Sep 20, 2020

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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85 / 100
Oct 20, 2020

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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Yes
Nov 1, 2020

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 friends. The cracks of its porcelain skin are ugly, because of how pristine the rest of its form is.

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8 / 10.0
Aug 27, 2020

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

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8.5 / 10.0
Aug 30, 2019

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 a hurry if you don’t keep up with the spawn rate of your enemies in spots...

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Unscored
Sep 16, 2019

The content that’s in the game right now shows a lot of promise, but it is unquestionably missing some content that will make it feel fleshed out.

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8 / 10.0
Aug 20, 2020

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 translation from 2D to 3D more than makes up for it.

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9 / 10.0
Aug 15, 2020

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 looks like.

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8 / 10.0
Aug 17, 2020

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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8 / 10
Aug 16, 2020

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 fun with so much potential for satisfying chaos. Take a bit of time to get over the initial difficulty barrier of this game and you’re set for an incredibly cathartic experience.

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8 / 10
Sep 10, 2019

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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9 / 10.0
Aug 24, 2020

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 taking every cell in my body to prevent me from taking a week off from work just to play more of it.

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Unscored
Sep 30, 2020
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Aug 11, 2020

Risk of Rain 2 doesn't evolve the roguelike genre, but it does iterate on it in exceptional fashion.

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8.5 / 10.0
Sep 7, 2019

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't, you may want to try something that is quite different from what is currently on the market.

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81 / 100
Sep 17, 2019

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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