Remnant II
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About Remnant II
Remnant II is a third-person shooter with RPG and adventure elements. Developed by Gunfire Games and published by Gearbox, it expands on the survival-focused gameplay of its 2019 predecessor. Set in a reality fractured by invading creatures and godlike enemies, players fight solo or with two others to uncover secrets across four distinct worlds. Each realm has its own hazards, from shifting terrain to environmental puzzles. Launched July 2023, it’s available on PC, PS5, and Xbox Series. The game emphasizes gear customization, team coordination, and high-stakes boss battles. If you’ve played the first game, this sequel adds deeper crafting and more unpredictable enemy behavior.
Gameplay
You start with basic weapons and slowly upgrade through loot drops and crafting. Combat blends shooting, platforming, and timing-based dodges. Every action drains stamina, forcing you to manage movement and attacks carefully. Boss fights require memorizing phase patterns and adapting strategies mid-battle. Co-op play is central: teammates share damage, healing, and resources. The game’s worlds shift dynamically, crossing floating islands in one area, then navigating cursed forests in another. Weapon trees let you specialize in fire, elemental, or status effects. Missions often involve timed objectives or rescuing NPCs. The difficulty scales with enemy health but not always damage, making some fights feel grind-heavy.
What Players Think
IGDB rates it 80.1/100 (93 ratings). Average playtime is 30 hours, with 27% completing the main story. Community moods are split: 42% call it “Challenging but fair,” 33% “Frustrating RNG,” and 25% “Worth the grind.” A user review notes: “Bosses punish mistakes, but the co-op makes tough fights rewarding.” Negative feedback focuses on loot randomness and repetitive side quests. 68% of players report 75+ achievements earned. The game’s 75 total achievements take 45 hours to 100% on average. Critics praise its chaotic co-op moments but call some level design “needlessly punishing.”
PlayPile's Take
Remnant II is worth playing if you enjoy team-based shooters with deep gear loops. At $49.99, it offers strong replayability through random maps and endgame content. The 75 achievements and 45-hour average completion time make it a commitment, though. It’s not for casual players, difficulty spikes and RNG can test patience. Fans of the first game will appreciate the expanded systems, but newcomers should be ready for a steep learning curve. Buy it if you’ve got friends to team up with and time to spare for grinding.
Game Modes
Single player, Multiplayer, Co-operative
IGDB Rating
80.1
RAWG Rating
4.1
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