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August 11, 2020

Risk of Rain 2

Science Fiction Roguelike Shooter

Summary

A high-tempo blend of Science Fiction, Shooter, and Roguelike design, Risk of Rain 2 from Hopoo Games launched on August 11, 2020 under Gearbox Publishing. This third-person roguelike rewards precision inputs and expert routing as difficulty scales on a visible timer. Survivors feature distinct kits with advanced mechanics, from i-frame dashes to proc-coefficient juggling, enabling deep buildcraft and mastery. Item synergies create emergent metas, where on-hit loops, attack speed breakpoints, and mobility stacking define optimal lines. Co-op supports tight team comps and role clarity, with artifacts and Eclipse mode pushing skill ceilings for expert play. Clear readability, snappy TTK tuning, and responsive controller support suit PC and PlayStation play. For readers exploring sci-fi shooter game recommendations, this title stands out in co-op shooter reviews and action RPG reviews for its precision-first design and high skill expression.

Developers

Hopoo Games

Publishers

Gearbox Publishing

Genres

Science Fiction
Roguelike
Shooter
Action
Futuristic
Indie
Arcade

Platforms

Playstation 4
Nintendo Switch
Pc
Playstation 5
Google Stadia
Xbox Series Xs
Xbox One
Stadia
Windows
Pc Microsoft Windows

Release Date

August 11, 2020

Metacritic Score

82

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