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Risk of Rain 2

by Hopoo Games · published by Gearbox Publishing

Released August 11, 2020 on PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 4, and Xbox One.

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About Risk of Rain 2

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 monsters, unlock new loot, and find a way to escape the planet.

Risk of Rain 2 follows the crew of UES: Safe Travels as they try to find UES: Contact Light and any survivors along their path. They have to try and survive the hostile wildlife and environment as difficulty increases over time, navigating Petrichor V via the teleporters strewn across the entire planet. The crew loop endlessly through many distinct environments, but end upon the moon to defeat the final boss. With each run, you’ll learn the patterns of your foes, and even the longest odds can be overcome with enough skill. A unique scaling system means both you and your foes limitlessly increase in power over the course of a game–what once was a bossfight will in time become a common enemy. Myriad survivors, items, enemies, and bosses return to Risk 2, and many new ones are joining the fight. Brand new survivors like the Artificer and MUL-T debut alongside classic survivors such as the Engineer, Huntress, and–of course–the Commando. With over 75 items to unlock and exploit, each run will keep you cleverly strategizing your way out of sticky situations.

Release dates by platform

PCEarly accessMarch 28, 2019 · Out now
Nintendo SwitchOctober 20, 2020 · Out now
PlayStation 4October 20, 2020 · Out now
Xbox OneOctober 20, 2020 · Out now
PlayStation 5August 27, 2024 · Out now
Xbox Series X|SAugust 27, 2024 · Out now

Reviews & players

Critic score876 reviews
Steam reviewsVery Positive94% of 354K positive
Player score84269 ratings on IGDB
Playing now31,379on Steam at last update

PC system requirements

Official specs from Steam

Full specs

Minimum

OS *Windows 7 or newer, 64-bit
ProcessorIntel Core i3-6100 / AMD FX-8350
Memory4 GB RAM
GraphicsGTX 580 / AMD HD 7870
DirectXVersion 11
NetworkBroadband Internet connection

Recommended

OS *Windows 7 or newer, 64-bit
ProcessorIntel Core i5-4670K / AMD Ryzen 5 1500X
Memory4 GB RAM
GraphicsGTX 680 / AMD HD 7970
DirectXVersion 11
NetworkBroadband Internet connection

Risk of Rain 2 FAQ

When did Risk of Rain 2 come out?

Risk of Rain 2 was released on August 11, 2020 for PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 4, and Xbox One.

Is Risk of Rain 2 on PlayStation 5?

Yes. Risk of Rain 2 launched on PlayStation 5 on August 27, 2024.

Is Risk of Rain 2 on Xbox Series X|S?

Yes. Risk of Rain 2 launched on Xbox Series X|S on August 27, 2024.

Is Risk of Rain 2 on Nintendo Switch 2?

No. Risk of Rain 2 has not been announced for Nintendo Switch 2. It is available on PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 4, and Xbox One.

Who is making Risk of Rain 2?

Risk of Rain 2 is developed by Hopoo Games and published by Gearbox Publishing.

Is Risk of Rain 2 multiplayer?

Yes. Risk of Rain 2 supports single player, multiplayer, co-operative, and split screen.

How much does Risk of Rain 2 cost?

Risk of Rain 2 costs $8.24 on Steam (67% off, normally $24.99). Prices checked October 9, 2026.

Is Risk of Rain 2 good?

Steam players rate it "Very Positive" — 94% of 353,934 reviews are positive. Critics average 87/100.

What are the minimum PC requirements for Risk of Rain 2?

The minimum GPU is GTX 580 / AMD HD 7870. See the full minimum and recommended specs on our Risk of Rain 2 system requirements page.

Risk of Rain series

4 games in release order

Full timeline
  1. Risk of Rain2013
  2. Risk of Rain 22020
  3. Risk of Rain Returns2023
  4. Risk of Rain: Hostile Worlds2023

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