REMNANT II®

Remnant II is a third-person co-op action RPG that builds on its predecessor’s foundation with refined combat, procedural world generation, and deeper character customization. Players praise its challenging boss fights, satisfying gunplay, and flexible class system that encourages experimentation and teamwork. The game offers a variety of atmospheric environments and a dark, mysterious narrative, though the story delivery can feel fragmented due to randomized elements.

Despite strong gameplay mechanics and replay value, many players express frustration with the extensive reliance on procedural generation, which causes key content, weapons, and classes to be locked behind multiple playthroughs. This design choice leads to a feeling of repetitiveness and missed opportunities for first-time players. Some also report technical issues, bugs, and optimization problems, as well as a sometimes confusing map and puzzle design. Overall, the game shines in co-op but may feel punishing or dull for solo players or those expecting a linear narrative.

Highlights

Players highly praise the tight, impactful combat blending Soulslike mechanics with satisfying gunplay and weighty weapons. The class/archetype system allows for flexible hybrid builds, enhancing team synergy in multiplayer.

The procedural generation adds unpredictability and replayability, keeping co-op runs fresh. The game features beautiful, varied environments with strong audio and visual design, especially on modern hardware. Boss fights are intense and rewarding, providing a challenging but fair experience. The narrative and lore, while fragmented, add depth to the dark, dying multiverse setting.

Criticisms

Common criticisms focus on the randomized level design that locks much content behind repeated playthroughs, frustrating players who miss weapons, classes, and story elements initially. The repetitive gameplay loop and tedious grind detract from long-term engagement.

Technical issues such as bugs, save corruption, and optimization problems persist for some users. The puzzle and platforming mechanics are often seen as poorly designed or unfair, especially for solo players. Some players find the story dull or poorly integrated, and the map navigation confusing without clear direction.