Platforms: PC (Windows - Steam, Epic Games Store), PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S
Unique Feature: Procedurally generated worlds and dungeons for high replayability, deep Archetype system with dual-classing, challenging Soulslike combat, extensive weapon crafting with mods and mutators, 3-player co-op.
Perspective: Third-Person
Multiplayer: Single-player Only (Fan-made multiplayer mod for PC)
Setting: Medici (Fictional Mediterranean Island Republic)
Platforms: PC (Windows), PlayStation 4, Xbox One
Unique Feature: Signature Grappling Hook, Wingsuit, and Parachute traversal; massive physics-based destruction sandbox; liberation of a vast Mediterranean archipelago; Gear Mod system for customizing abilities.
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Gameplay & Mechanics
Companions/Followers
Handler's Dog Companion: The Handler Archetype's Prime Perk grants them a loyal dog companion. The dog actively participates in combat by attacking enemies, drawing aggro, and can provide various team buffs (e.g., damage increase, damage reduction) based on the Handler's chosen skills. The dog can also revive the Handler or allies under certain conditions.
Canine (Specific breed varies by Handler's choice/default)
Summoner's Minions (Root Creatures): The Summoner Archetype can conjure various Root minions to fight alongside them. These minions have different roles (melee, ranged, tank) and their effectiveness can be enhanced through the Summoner's skills and traits. Minions are temporary and often require sacrificing health to summon.
Root Entities (Various types like Hollows, Flyers, Reavers)
Engineer's Turrets (Heavy Weapons): The Engineer Archetype can deploy heavy weapon platforms that act as automated turrets or can be carried and wielded by the Engineer or their allies. These provide significant firepower and area denial capabilities.
Co-op Players (Other Travelers): In online co-op mode, up to two other players can join as their own Traveler characters, each with their unique Archetype builds, weapons, and skills. They act as active combat companions, capable of reviving each other, synergizing abilities, and tackling challenges together.
Human (Player Characters with chosen Archetypes)
Rebel Fighters (Army of Liberation): As Rico liberates settlements and military bases, AI-controlled rebel fighters will spawn and engage Di Ravello's forces. They act independently but contribute to the chaotic battles and can provide covering fire or draw enemy attention. Rico can sometimes find rebel squads to assist in specific encounters, but he cannot directly command them.
Human (AI-Controlled Rebels)
Mission-Specific Allies (Mario, Dimah, Sheldon, Annika): Key story characters like Mario Frigo, Dimah al-Masri, Tom Sheldon, and Annika Svensson (in DLC) will accompany or assist Rico during specific story missions or provide objectives and intel. They are not persistent controllable companions but play roles in dedicated mission sequences.
Human (Key NPCs)
Rebel Drop Pilots (Implied): Though not visible companions in the traditional sense, pilots from the rebellion deliver requested vehicles, weapons, and gear to Rico's location via Rebel Drops (supply drops). Their efficiency and the range of available items can be improved by collecting Vintage Parts.
Human (AI-Controlled Rebels)
Key Collectibles
Tomes of Knowledge: Consumable items found randomly throughout all worlds. When picked up, they are instantly consumed and grant The Traveler +1 Trait Point. If at the Trait Point cap, they grant Archetype XP and Scrap instead.
Rings: Equippable accessories (up to 4 can be worn) that provide a wide variety of passive bonuses, such as increased damage, survivability, resource generation, or unique gameplay effects. Found as loot, in chests, from bosses, or purchased.
Amulets: Equippable accessories (1 can be worn) that offer more significant passive bonuses or unique perks compared to rings, often defining a core aspect of a character's build. Found similarly to rings.
Relics (e.g., Dragon Heart): Primary healing items with a limited number of charges. Different Relics can be found or crafted, each offering unique healing effects or additional temporary buffs when used. Charges are replenished at World Stones (checkpoints).
Relic Fragments: Socketable items that can be slotted into Relics to provide minor passive stat boosts (e.g., increased health, damage reduction, skill cooldown). Come in different qualities and can be upgraded.
Traits: Passive character upgrades that provide permanent stat increases or bonuses (e.g., Vigor for health, Endurance for stamina, Spirit for mod power generation). Acquired by leveling up, defeating bosses, completing quests, or finding Tomes of Knowledge. Trait points are spent to increase their effectiveness up to a cap.
Weapon Mods & Mutators: Weapon Mods are crafted from boss materials and grant active abilities to weapons. Mutators are found as loot or from specific encounters and provide passive bonuses to weapons. Collecting these expands combat options.
Quest Items & Lore Items: Various items specific to main or side quests that progress storylines. Lore items like books, notes, and audio logs are found throughout the worlds, providing backstory and world-building details.
Di Ravello Tapes: Audio logs recorded by General Di Ravello, scattered across Medici. Collecting these reveals more about his backstory, motivations, and personality. There are 71 tapes in total.
Ancient Tombs: Hidden tombs found in various locations. Each tomb contains a switch that, when activated, contributes to unlocking the U-24 Zabijak, a unique shotgun. There are 23 tombs.
Daredevil Jumps: Specific ramps or locations designed for performing vehicle jumps. Completing all 30 Daredevil Jumps is required for an achievement/trophy.
Vintage Parts: Collectible parts for various weapons and vehicles, found by searching specific locations marked on the map (often after liberating areas or finding intel). Collecting all parts for an item unlocks it for Rebel Drops. There are 79 unique items to collect parts for (weapons, land vehicles, sea vehicles, air vehicles).
Rebel Shrines (Virgin Mary Shrines): Small shrines dedicated to the Virgin Mary, scattered across Medici. Lighting all 49 shrines is part of a side activity and unlocks an achievement/trophy.
Tomb Raider Relics (Easter Egg - from 'Lost Explorer' mission): Specific relics found during 'The Lost Explorer' side mission series, referencing the Tomb Raider franchise.
Key Themes
Post-Apocalyptic
Dimensional Travel
Cosmic Horror
Survival
Teamwork & Co-op
Procedural Generation
Soulslike Challenge
Eldritch Beings (The Root)
Ancient Mysteries
High Fantasy with Firearms
Liberation
Chaos & Destruction
Dictatorship
Rebellion
Mediterranean Setting
Physics-Based Sandbox
One-Man Army
Explosions
Over-the-Top Action
Anti-Totalitarianism
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Combat & Gear
Weapons Overview
Long Guns (Rifles, Shotguns, Bows, etc.): Primary Ranged Weapon
Main damage-dealing firearms. Includes a wide variety like assault rifles (e.g., Blackmaw AR-47, Chicago Typewriter), shotguns (e.g., AS-10 Bulldog), sniper rifles/bows (e.g., Huntmaster M1, Crescent Moon), and unique boss weapons (e.g., Nightfall, Alpha-Omega). Each can be upgraded and equipped with a Weapon Mod and a Mutator.
Sidearms used for backup or specific situations. Examples include revolvers (e.g., Western Classic), pistols (e.g., Rune Pistol), and special handguns like the Cube Gun or Meridian. Can also be upgraded and equipped with a Weapon Mod and a Mutator.
Used for close-range combat, dealing damage and often staggering enemies. Includes a variety of types like swords (e.g., Blade of Gul), axes (e.g., Krell Axe), hammers (e.g., Atom Smasher), and special melee weapons crafted from boss materials (e.g., Assassin's Dagger). Can be upgraded and some can be equipped with Mutators.
Weapon Mods: Equippable Weapon Ability
Attachable components that grant weapons unique active abilities, often with cooldowns or charges built up by dealing damage. Examples include Hot Shot (imbues bullets with fire), Healing Shot (heals allies), Space Crabs (summons explosive crabs), or boss-specific mods like Moonlight Barrage (Crescent Moon bow). Most weapons have one Mod slot.
Mutators: Passive Weapon Augment
Passive augments that can be socketed into Long Guns, Handguns, and some Melee Weapons. They provide various passive bonuses like increased critical chance, lifesteal, faster reload speed, or unique conditional effects. Can be upgraded.
Corrupted Weapons: Special Weapon Variants
Special alternate versions of existing weapons, often with unique visual effects and altered firing modes or properties. Obtained by exchanging Corrupted Shards and the original weapon with Dwell in Ward 13. Examples: Corrupted Aphelion, Corrupted Merciless.
Rico's primary tool. Can attach to surfaces for traversal, tether multiple objects/enemies together (up to 6 tethers simultaneously with upgrades), and retract tethers remotely. Upgradable via Gear Mods for strength, speed, and number of tethers.
A wide variety of conventional firearms. Rico can dual-wield one-handed weapons. Examples: CS Negotiator (Grenade Launcher), UPU-210 (Rocket Launcher), Capstone Hydra (Rocket Launcher), Fire Leech (Homing Cluster Rocket), M488 (Multi-Lock Missile Launcher).
Special Weapons (e.g., M488, Fire Leech): Heavy / Unique Firearm
Powerful weapons often found in military bases or unlocked through progression, offering significant destructive capability, such as multi-lock missile launchers or homing rockets.
Versatile C4-like explosives that can be planted on surfaces, vehicles, or enemies and detonated remotely. Can be upgraded to have proximity triggers or increased explosive yield via Gear Mods.
Grenades: Throwable Explosive
Standard fragmentation grenades. Capacity can be upgraded via Gear Mods.
The 'Gravitational Remote Influence Projector' (GRIP) equipped on controllable Mechs in the 'Mech Land Assault' DLC, allowing players to pick up and throw objects (including enemies and vehicles) with powerful force.
Eden Spark (Bavarium Sea Heist DLC): Energy Weapon
A powerful Bavarium-powered lightning gun acquired in the 'Bavarium Sea Heist' DLC, capable of chain lightning attacks.
Armor / Gear Sets
Armor Sets (Head, Body, Legs, Gloves): Players can equip a full armor set consisting of four pieces: Head Armor, Body Armor, Leg Armor, and Gloves. Each piece contributes to the overall Armor value (damage reduction), Weight (affecting stamina regeneration and dodge roll speed - Light, Medium, Heavy, Ultra Heavy rolls), and elemental resistances (e.g., Fire, Shock, Blight, Corrode). Many sets also provide unique passive set bonuses when multiple pieces are equipped.
Leto Mark I & II Armor Sets: Known for being extremely heavy armor sets, providing very high damage reduction at the cost of a slow 'flop' dodge roll (Leto Mark I) or a slightly better heavy roll (Leto Mark II). Popular for tank builds.
Radiant Armor Set: An example of a set that might provide bonuses related to critical hits or sustained fire, often with a distinct visual appearance.
Void Armor Set: A heavy armor set that often provides a perk related to taking damage, such as a temporary damage buff after being hit.
Elder Armor Set: A set often associated with support or healing capabilities, potentially boosting Relic use or ally buffs.
Cultist Armor Set (Example from Remnant 1, archetype starting gear in R2 may vary): Typically associated with Mod Power generation or skill cooldown reduction. Starting Archetypes in Remnant II come with their own unique-looking armor sets.
Armor Skins / Cosmetic Transmog (Limited): While full transmog is not a primary feature, some armor sets are visually distinct, and certain pre-order/Deluxe edition bonuses provided unique armor appearances. The focus is primarily on stats and set bonuses rather than extensive cosmetic layering of armor pieces.
Rico's Default Outfit: Rico's signature attire (leather jacket, jeans) doesn't provide specific numerical armor values. Player survivability is based on health and regeneration, which isn't directly tied to equippable armor pieces in the traditional RPG sense.
Gear Mods (Defensive): While not visible armor, certain Gear Mods can enhance Rico's resilience, such as those that increase his resistance to damage or improve health regeneration, effectively acting as an armor system.
Bavarium Wingsuit (Sky Fortress DLC): The Bavarium Wingsuit itself offers no direct damage resistance but provides enhanced mobility and offensive capabilities which contribute to survivability by allowing Rico to evade attacks and quickly dispatch enemies. It's more of an offensive/traversal tool.
Mech Armor (Mech Land Assault DLC): When piloting Mechs in the 'Mech Land Assault' DLC, the Mech itself provides significant protection and firepower. The Mech acts as Rico's temporary armor and weapon platform.
Outfits/Customization
Archetype Starting Armor: Each starting Archetype (e.g., Challenger, Handler, Hunter, Gunslinger, Medic) comes with a visually distinct set of armor (Head, Body, Legs, Gloves) that reflects their theme and role. These are actual gear pieces with stats.
World-Dropped & Crafted Armor Sets: Numerous armor sets can be found as loot in the various worlds, crafted from materials, or purchased from merchants. Each set has a unique appearance and provides different defensive stats, elemental resistances, and often set bonuses that synergize with specific playstyles or Archetypes.
Deluxe & Ultimate Edition Armor Sets (Cosmetic/Early Unlocks): The Deluxe Edition included three armor sets: Elder Armor Set, Radiant Armor Set, and Void Armor Set. These provide unique aesthetics and starting gear options.
DLC Armor Sets: Each DLC ('The Awakened King,' 'The Forgotten Kingdom,' 'The Dark Horizon') introduces new armor sets with unique designs and perks thematic to the new content and worlds.
Helmet Visibility Toggle: Players usually have the option to toggle the visibility of their equipped helmet, allowing them to see their character's face while still receiving the stats from the head armor.
Rico's Default Outfit: Rico's iconic attire, typically a leather jacket, jeans, and boots. The base game does not feature extensive customization options for this outfit itself, beyond it getting progressively more worn as he takes damage (cosmetic effect).
DLC & Special Edition Skins (Wingsuit & Parachute): Various DLC packs (e.g., 'Kousavá KēRaras • Stealth Wingsuit & Parachute Skin') and special editions (like the Day One Edition's Weaponized Vehicle Pack which might include themed skins) provided cosmetic skins for Rico's wingsuit and parachute, allowing for visual personalization of these traversal tools.
Bavarium Wingsuit (Sky Fortress DLC): A unique, jet-powered and weaponized wingsuit acquired in the 'Sky Fortress' DLC. It has a distinct appearance and functionality, effectively acting as a new 'outfit' for aerial traversal and combat.
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World & Exploration
Playable Vehicles
None (Traversal by Foot & World Stones)
REMNANT II primarily features on-foot exploration within its worlds and dungeons. Fast travel is facilitated by interacting with World Stones (checkpoints) to teleport to other discovered World Stones within the same world or to different worlds via The Labyrinth.
Glider Traversal System (The Dark Horizon DLC - N'Erud Only): Personal Traversal Gear
The 'The Dark Horizon' DLC, set in N'Erud, introduces a new Glider Traversal System, allowing players to navigate specific areas of that world with enhanced mobility. This is specific to certain sections of the DLC content.
Civilian & Military Cars/Trucks/Bikes: Land Vehicle (Transport / Light Combat / Utility)
A vast array of cars (sports cars, sedans, beaters), pickup trucks, SUVs, vans, motorcycles, dirt bikes, and larger trucks. Military versions are often armored and may have mounted weapons. Can be hijacked or called in via Rebel Drop.
Tanks & Armored Personnel Carriers (APCs): Land Vehicle (Heavy Combat)
Heavily armored and armed vehicles like tanks (e.g., CS Odjur, Urga Mstitel) and APCs, primarily used by Di Ravello's forces. Rico can hijack and operate these for immense destructive power.
Helicopters (Attack & Transport): Air Vehicle (Combat / Traversal)
Includes attack helicopters armed with missiles and machine guns (e.g., U-7 Dravec, CS Navajo), as well as transport helicopters (e.g., Mugello Pescespada SX). Essential for aerial combat and rapid deployment across Medici's islands.
Fighter Jets & Planes: Air Vehicle (Fast Combat / Traversal)
Fixed-wing aircraft ranging from fighter jets (e.g., CS7 Thunderhawk, U-24 Zabijak - also a weapon) with advanced weaponry to cargo planes (e.g., CS Peregrine) and smaller prop planes. Used for high-speed travel and air-to-ground/air-to-air attacks.
Boats & Naval Craft: Water Vehicle (Transport / Combat)
Various watercraft for navigating Medici's extensive coastlines and seas, including small fishing boats, speedboats (e.g., Pescatore GSL), patrol boats (often armed), and larger military vessels like destroyers (e.g., CS Powerrunner 77).
Includes unique or specialized vehicles like Formula 1 cars (Mugello Vistosa), monster trucks (Urga Pocomotive X), construction vehicles, and the massive land-based 'FOWs' (Forward Operating Bases) which are more like mobile fortresses than simple vehicles.
A heavily upgraded, jet-powered and weaponized wingsuit equipped with Bavarium machine guns and missiles. Allows for sustained flight and aerial combat. Acquired in the 'Sky Fortress' DLC.
Mechs (Mech Land Assault DLC): Bipedal Combat Walker
Controllable Mechs introduced in the 'Mech Land Assault' DLC. Equipped with powerful weapons including the GRIP (gravity gun) for manipulating objects and enemies, and other energy weapons or machine guns.
A heavily armed speedboat featured in the 'Bavarium Sea Heist' DLC, equipped with multi-lock missiles and machine guns, designed for naval combat.
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Story & Characters
Main Characters
The Traveler: Protagonist (Player Character)
The customizable player character, a survivor in a post-apocalyptic world. They are thrust into a conflict spanning multiple dimensions to combat The Root and uncover ancient mysteries. Their abilities are defined by chosen Archetypes, weapons, and gear.
Clementine: Key NPC / Powerful Figure
A returning character from the lore of Remnant: From the Ashes (implicated in the Dreamer Project). In REMNANT II, she is a powerful individual with unique abilities related to the World Stones and interdimensional travel. She plays a crucial role in guiding The Traveler and fighting The Root.
The Keeper of the Labyrinth (Andrew Ford - Implied/Theorized): Enigmatic Guide / Guardian
A mysterious and ancient entity responsible for maintaining the Labyrinth, the unchanging hub world that connects to other dimensions. Provides guidance and exposition to The Traveler. Potentially connected to Founder Ford from the first game.
Commander Ford (Mentioned/Lore): Founder of Ward 13 / Explorer
The founder of Ward 13 and a key figure from Remnant: From the Ashes who disappeared into the World Stone network. His legacy and research are often referenced.
Wallace: NPC / Mystic & Archetype Crafter
An NPC in Ward 13 who helps The Traveler unlock their initial Archetype and can craft Engrams for unlocking new Archetypes using special materials.
McCabe: NPC / Weapon Mod & Boss Weapon Crafter
A gruff but skilled weaponsmith in Ward 13. She crafts unique Weapon Mods and powerful Boss Weapons for The Traveler using materials obtained from defeated world bosses.
An NPC in Ward 13 who sells various consumables like ammo boxes, healing items, and concoctions.
Mudtooth: NPC / Storyteller & Elixir Vendor
An elderly character in Ward 13 who tells stories (granting XP boosts) and sells various concoctions (temporary buffs).
The Root: Primary Antagonistic Force / Hive Mind Entity
The overarching enemy faction in the Remnant universe. A sentient, plant-like hive mind entity that corrupts and invades worlds, assimilating lifeforms and creating monstrous creatures. The ultimate goal is to stop its spread and defeat its core, Annihilation.
World Bosses (e.g., The Nightweaver, Sha'Hala, The Corruptor, Annihilation): Major Antagonists / Challenges
Each world features unique and powerful bosses that The Traveler must defeat to progress or obtain valuable rewards. Annihilation serves as the final boss of the main campaign.
Rico Rodriguez: Protagonist / Former Agency Operative / 'The Dictator Removal Specialist'
The main playable character. A highly skilled operative with expertise in demolition, combat, and extreme traversal using his grappling hook, wingsuit, and parachute. Returns to his homeland of Medici to liberate it from General Di Ravello.
General Sebastiano Di Ravello: Main Antagonist / Dictator of Medici
The brutal military dictator of Medici who rules with an iron fist and exploits the island's Bavarium resources for his own nefarious purposes. He is Rico's primary target.
Dimah al-Masri: Ally / Scientist
A brilliant scientist who was forced to work for Di Ravello on Bavarium weapons. She defects and aids Rico and the rebellion with her technical expertise and knowledge of Bavarium.
Mario Frigo: Ally / Rebel Leader / Rico's Childhood Friend
Rico's best friend from childhood and a key figure in the Medician rebellion against Di Ravello. Provides Rico with missions and support.
Tom Sheldon: Ally (Ambiguous) / Former Agency Handler
Rico's former Agency handler who appears in Medici with his own agenda, often assisting Rico but with questionable motives. A recurring character in the Just Cause series.
A rebellious smuggler and pilot who assists Rico in the 'Sky Fortress' DLC against the eDEN Corporation and their Sky Sentinels.
Rosa Manuela: Ally / Rebel Propagandist
A voice for the rebellion, often heard on radio broadcasts, inspiring the people of Medici to rise up against Di Ravello.
Zeno Antithikara (Mentioned): Scientist / Creator of Bavarium tech (Deceased)
A scientist who pioneered Bavarium technology and was Dimah's mentor. His work was twisted by Di Ravello.
Example Missions
Main Campaign (Stop The Root)
A series of narrative quests spanning multiple procedurally generated worlds (Yaesha, Losomn, N'Erud) connected by The Labyrinth, culminating in a journey to Root Earth to confront and defeat Annihilation, the source of The Root's corruption. Involves finding Clementine and working with The Keeper.
World-Specific Storylines & Bosses
Each major world (Yaesha, Losomn, N'Erud) has its own main questline, often involving unique NPCs, moral choices, and culminating in a world boss fight. The specific storyline and boss encountered can vary due to procedural generation (e.g., The Nightweaver or Faelin/Faerin in Losomn; The Corruptor or The Ravager in Yaesha; Sha'Hala or Tal'Ratha in N'Erud).
Side Dungeons & Events
Exploring optional dungeons and encountering dynamic events within each world. These often reward unique loot, traits, weapon mods, mutators, rings, or amulets. Many side dungeons have their own mini-bosses or puzzles.
Archetype Unlocking Quests/Puzzles
Many Archetypes beyond the starting choices are unlocked by finding specific items (Engrams) hidden in the worlds or obtained by completing secret objectives, puzzles, or interacting with specific NPCs under certain conditions.
Adventure Mode
A separate game mode that allows players to re-roll individual worlds (Yaesha, Losomn, N'Erud) with new procedural generation, independent of their main campaign progress. Used for farming specific items, encountering different storylines/bosses, or leveling up.
DLC Campaigns (The Awakened King, The Forgotten Kingdom, The Dark Horizon)
Each DLC adds a new self-contained storyline within one of the existing game worlds (Losomn, Yaesha, N'Erud respectively), introducing new areas, dungeons, bosses, enemies, items, and a new playable Archetype.
Main Story Campaign (Liberating Medici)
A series of narrative missions following Rico Rodriguez's efforts to overthrow General Di Ravello and free his homeland of Medici. This involves destabilizing Di Ravello's regime by destroying his military infrastructure, rescuing key allies like Dimah al-Masri, and ultimately confronting the General himself.
Province Liberation
Systematically liberating all settlements and military bases within each province of Medici's three main regions (Insula Fonte, Insula Dracon, Insula Striate). This is achieved by destroying all designated "Chaos Objects" (e.g., propaganda speakers, statues, fuel tanks, military hardware) in each location. Liberating provinces unlocks new missions, challenges, Rebel Drops, and fast travel points.
Challenges (Various Types)
Completing numerous optional challenges scattered across Medici. These include: Destruction Frenzies (cause as much damage as possible with a specific weapon/vehicle), Races (car, boat, plane), Wingsuit Courses, Scrapyard Scrambles (collecting Bavarium), Crash Bomb challenges, and Shooting Galleries. Achieving high scores (gears) unlocks Gear Mods.
Random Encounters / Encounters of Chance
Dynamic, short events that occur as Rico explores Medici, such as helping stranded rebels, defending rebel outposts, or intercepting Di Ravello's couriers. These provide small rewards and Chaos points.
Ancient Tomb Exploration
Finding and exploring 23 hidden Ancient Tombs. Activating the altar in each tomb lights a candle, and lighting all of them unlocks the U-24 Zabijak, a unique mortar-like shotgun.
Sky Fortress DLC Campaign
A new storyline where Rico, with the help of Annika Svensson, infiltrates the massive Sky Fortress airship and battles the eDEN Corporation's forces and their advanced drone technology, utilizing the new Bavarium Wingsuit.
Mech Land Assault DLC Campaign
Rico travels to the new island of Lacrima to liberate it from The Black Hand, who are harvesting Bavarium with powerful Mechs. Players can pilot these Mechs, equipped with GRIP gravity guns and other weapons.
Bavarium Sea Heist DLC Campaign
Rico infiltrates Di Ravello's secret offshore Bavarium research facility, 'The Stingray,' utilizing a new heavily armed rocket boat ('Loochador') and acquiring the Eden Spark lightning gun.
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Multiplayer Details
The core gameplay is designed for up to 3-player online co-operative PvE. Players can join friends or use matchmaking to tackle the campaign, explore worlds, and fight bosses together. The game's difficulty scales with the number of players. Loot is instanced per player.
Just Cause 3 is officially a single-player only experience. While Avalanche Studios did not develop official multiplayer, a popular fan-made multiplayer mod was created and released for the PC version by the modding community, enabling unofficial online experiences.
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Editions & DLC
Available Editions
Released in several editions: Standard Edition (base game). Deluxe Edition (included three armor sets: Elder, Radiant, Void). Ultimate Edition (included Deluxe Edition content, Survival Pack with consumables, and early access to 'The Awakened King,' 'The Forgotten Kingdom,' and 'The Dark Horizon' DLCs, which form the DLC Bundle).
Just Cause 3 was released with a Standard Edition and a Day One Edition (included Weaponized Vehicle Pack). The XL Edition bundled the base game with the 'Air, Land & Sea Expansion Pass.' The XXL Edition (often available digitally) typically includes the base game, the Air, Land & Sea Expansion Pass, the Weaponized Vehicle Pack, and the Explosive Weapon Pack.
Post-Launch Content / DLC
REMNANT II has a DLC Bundle featuring three major expansions:
1. 'The Awakened King' (released November 2023): New storyline in Losomn focusing on the One True King, new Archetype (The Ritualist), new dungeons, bosses, items, and weapons.
2. 'The Forgotten Kingdom' (released April 2024): New storyline in Yaesha exploring a lost tribe and a vengeful stone spirit Lydusa, new Archetype (The Invoker), new dungeons, bosses, items, and weapons.
3. 'The Dark Horizon' (released September 2024): New storyline in N'Erud, new Archetype (The Warden), new dungeons, bosses, items, weapons, and a new Glider Traversal System for N'Erud.
The primary post-launch content was the 'Air, Land & Sea Expansion Pass,' which included three major story-driven DLCs: 'Sky Fortress' (introducing a jet-powered, weaponized Bavarium Wingsuit and missions against aerial Sky Sentinels), 'Mech Land Assault' (allowing players to pilot powerful Mechs equipped with gravity guns on the new island of Lacrima), and 'Bavarium Sea Heist' (featuring a heavily armed rocket boat, the 'Loochador,' the Eden Spark lightning gun, and missions against Di Ravello's offshore Bavarium research facility, The Stingray).
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: When was REMNANT II released? A: REMNANT II was released on July 25, 2023, for PC (Windows), PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X/S.
Q: What kind of game is REMNANT II? A: REMNANT II is a third-person action RPG shooter with Soulslike elements, focusing on challenging combat, deep character customization through the Archetype system, and procedurally generated worlds. It can be played solo or in up to 3-player co-op.
Q: Is REMNANT II a direct sequel to Remnant: From the Ashes? A: Yes, it is a direct sequel set some years after the events of the first game and its DLCs, continuing the story of humanity's fight against The Root.
Q: What are Archetypes in REMNANT II? A: Archetypes are character classes that provide unique skills, perks, and traits. Players choose a starting Archetype and can later unlock and equip a secondary Archetype to create hybrid builds. Examples include Handler (dog companion), Challenger (tank/melee), Hunter (ranged DPS), Medic (healing), and many more unlockable ones.
Q: How does procedural generation work in REMNANT II? A: The game dynamically generates world layouts, dungeons, enemy placements, questlines, events, and even some boss encounters. This ensures that each playthrough and Adventure Mode roll offers a different experience, enhancing replayability.
Q: Does REMNANT II have multiplayer and crossplay? A: Yes, REMNANT II supports up to 3-player online co-op. Crossplay between PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X/S was added via a post-launch update (requires linking an Epic Games account for console players).
Q: What kind of DLC is available for REMNANT II? A: REMNANT II has a DLC bundle featuring three major expansions: 'The Awakened King,' 'The Forgotten Kingdom,' and 'The Dark Horizon.' Each DLC adds new storylines, worlds/areas, Archetypes, enemies, bosses, weapons, and items.
Q: Is REMNANT II a Soulslike game? A: Yes, it incorporates many Soulslike elements, including challenging combat, formidable boss battles that require learning attack patterns, a healing/checkpoint system (World Stones), and a penalty upon death (though typically less severe than some traditional Souls games).
Q: When was Just Cause 3 released? A: Just Cause 3 was released on December 1, 2015, for PC (Windows), PlayStation 4, and Xbox One.
Q: Who is the main character in Just Cause 3? A: The protagonist is Rico Rodriguez, the series' recurring hero, known for his expertise with the grappling hook, wingsuit, parachute, and causing spectacular destruction.
Q: What is the setting of Just Cause 3? A: The game is set in Medici, a fictional Mediterranean island republic, Rico's homeland, which is under the oppressive rule of dictator General Sebastiano Di Ravello.
Q: What are the key traversal tools in Just Cause 3? A: Rico's signature tools are the Grappling Hook (for tethering objects and quick movement), the Wingsuit (for high-speed gliding), and the Parachute (for controlled descent and aerial combat). These can be used in combination for dynamic traversal.
Q: How does liberation work in Just Cause 3? A: Players liberate provinces by destroying specific "Chaos Objects" (e.g., propaganda billboards, statues, fuel tanks, military installations) within enemy-controlled settlements and military bases. This inspires the local population to join the rebellion.
Q: Does Just Cause 3 have multiplayer? A: Officially, Just Cause 3 is a single-player game. However, a popular fan-made multiplayer mod was developed for the PC version, allowing for unofficial online experiences.
Q: What major DLCs are available for Just Cause 3? A: The 'Air, Land & Sea Expansion Pass' included three major DLCs: 'Sky Fortress' (introducing a jet-powered, weaponized Bavarium Wingsuit and missions against Sky Sentinels), 'Mech Land Assault' (allowing players to pilot powerful Mechs on the new island of Lacrima), and 'Bavarium Sea Heist' (featuring a rocket boat, the Eden Spark lightning gun, and missions against The Stingray battleship).
Q: What are Gear Mods in Just Cause 3? A: Gear Mods are upgrades for Rico's abilities and equipment, unlocked by completing various challenges throughout Medici. They are categorized into Tethers, Traversal, Destruction, Weapons, and Vehicles, allowing players to customize aspects like tether strength, grenade capacity, or wingsuit agility.
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Technical Details
Graphics & Visual Fidelity
Developed using Unreal Engine 4 (despite some early UE5 speculation), REMNANT II features detailed environments with distinct visual themes for each world, impressive enemy and boss designs, and a dark, gritty art style consistent with its post-apocalyptic and cosmic horror themes.
Utilizes the Apex Engine (Avalanche Engine) to render the large Mediterranean archipelago of Medici with diverse environments, from sunny beaches to snowy mountains. Known for its impressive physics-based destruction, allowing for creative demolition of structures and military assets. Visuals focus on vibrant colors and spectacular explosive effects.
Audio & Soundtrack
Atmospheric sound design enhances the distinct feel of each world and the impact of combat. The musical score adapts to gameplay, building intensity during boss fights and creating an eerie ambience during exploration.
Features an orchestral score composed by Henry Jackman, with additional music by Just Cause series composers. The music dynamically adapts to the on-screen chaos and action. Sound design emphasizes large-scale explosions, vehicle sounds, and weapon effects fitting the game's destructive nature.
User Interface (UI/UX)
Features a clear UI displaying health, stamina, mod power, skill cooldowns, ammo, and equipped items. Inventory management involves weapons, armor, mods, mutators, rings, amulets, and consumables. A minimap aids navigation through the procedurally generated environments.
The UI features a minimalist design to keep the focus on the action. Key elements include a map of Medici, objective markers, ammo/health indicators, a gear mod selection interface, and contextual prompts for grappling, parachuting, and wingsuiting. A 'Chaos' meter tracks destruction, unlocking missions and items.
Accessibility Options
Includes options such as subtitles (though initially not highly customizable, patches may have improved), separate volume controls for voice, SFX, and music, remappable keybindings, gamepad support with auto-snap to enemies, adjustable video effects, and sensitivity customization for aiming, mouse, and camera (including X/Y inversion). An option to auto-equip picked-up items is also available.
Just Cause 3 includes standard accessibility options for its time, such as subtitle display (on/off), remappable controls (keyboard & mouse, controller support), separate volume controls for master audio, music, SFX, and voice. Options like aim assist toggle and adjustable sensitivity are also present. Advanced features like colorblind modes or extensive UI scaling were not prominent.
720p (HD) - Minimum (Target: 720p-1080p, Low-Medium settings, ~30 FPS)(Low to Medium Preset.)
CPU: Minimum desktop CPU.
CPU (Laptop): Estimated laptop CPU. Performance depends heavily on specific model's sustained clocks and cooling.
GPU: Minimum desktop GPU with 2GB VRAM.
GPU (Laptop): Targets playable framerates at 720p Low or 1080p very Low. **2GB VRAM is an absolute minimum and may require texture compromises.** Performance highly variable based on specific laptop GPU model and TGP.
RAM: 6GB-8GB RAM. Dual-channel configuration highly recommended.
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memoryCPU: Intel Core i5-2500K, 3.3 GHz or AMD Phenom II X6 1075T 3.0 GHz
developer_boardGPU: NVIDIA GeForce GTX 670 (2GB VRAM) or AMD Radeon HD 7870 (2GB VRAM)
laptop_macCPU (L): Intel Core i5-4200M / AMD A10-7400P or newer mobile CPUs with at least 2 cores/4 threads. An Intel Core i5 U-series (6th gen+) or Ryzen 3 U-series (2000 series+) would be better.
laptop_windowsGPU (L): NVIDIA GeForce GTX 860M (2GB), NVIDIA GeForce 940MX (GDDR5, 2GB); OR AMD Radeon R7 M440 (4GB, performance may vary). A GTX 960M (2GB/4GB) or GTX 1050 Laptop (2GB/4GB) would be a more comfortable minimum.
layersRAM: 8 GB
saveStorage (Tier): 54 GB available space (SSD Recommended)
1080p (Full HD) - Recommended (Targets 1080p, Medium/High settings, ~60 FPS with Upscaling Quality/Balanced)(Medium/High Preset, 1080p resolution with DLSS/FSR/XeSS Quality or Balanced.)
CPU: Official recommended desktop CPU for a better 1080p experience.
CPU (Laptop): Stronger laptop CPUs for more consistent 1080p/60fps.
GPU: Official recommended desktop GPU for 1080p. 6GB VRAM minimum, 8GB ideal.
GPU (Laptop): Capable laptop GPUs. High TGP and effective use of DLSS/FSR are very important. (A hypothetical future RTX 5050/5060 Laptop GPU).
RAM: 16GB RAM officially recommended.
Storage: NVMe SSD recommended for better overall experience.
memoryCPU: Intel Core i5-10600K or AMD Ryzen 5 3600
laptop_macCPU (L): Intel Core i7-10750H / AMD Ryzen 7 4800H or newer high-performance 6-core or 8-core CPUs.
laptop_windowsGPU (L): NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2060 Mobile (6GB, High TGP), RTX 3060 Laptop GPU (6GB, High TGP), RTX 4050 Laptop GPU (6GB, High TGP), RTX 4060 Laptop GPU (8GB).
layersRAM: 16 GB
saveStorage (Tier): 80 GB NVMe SSD
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1080p (Full HD) - Minimum (Targets 1080p, Low/Medium settings, ~30-60 FPS with Upscaling)(Low/Medium Preset, 1080p resolution with DLSS/FSR/XeSS Performance/Balanced.)
CPU: Official minimum desktop CPU. Game can be CPU intensive.
CPU (Laptop): Estimated laptop CPU. A modern 6-core CPU is advisable for a smoother experience.
GPU: Official minimum desktop GPU. 4GB VRAM is the absolute floor; 8GB (like RX 590) is better.
GPU (Laptop): Estimated laptop GPUs. Performance heavily depends on TGP and upscaling. (Hypothetical future entry-level RTX 50 series laptop GPUs would exceed this).
RAM: 16GB RAM is the official minimum.
Storage: SSD is highly recommended as per official notes.
laptop_windowsGPU (L): NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1650 Ti Mobile (4GB), RTX 3050 Laptop GPU (4GB/6GB, ensure good TGP). RTX 4050 Laptop GPU (6GB) would be a more comfortable modern minimum, relying on upscaling.
CPU: Recommended desktop CPU.
CPU (Laptop): Recommended laptop CPU for a solid 1080p experience at higher settings.
GPU: Recommended desktop GPU for 1080p High with 3GB+ VRAM.
GPU (Laptop): Targets ~60 FPS at 1080p High. **Ensure adequate TGP for NVIDIA cards.** 3GB VRAM is a minimum for this tier on laptops, 4GB+ strongly recommended for smoother performance.
RAM: 8GB RAM in dual-channel strongly recommended for optimal performance.
laptop_windowsGPU (L): NVIDIA GeForce GTX 970M (3GB/6GB), NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1060 Max-Q (3GB/6GB), NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1650 Laptop (4GB); OR AMD Radeon RX 470 Mobile / RX 570 Mobile (4GB).
layersRAM: 8 GB
saveStorage (Tier): 54 GB available space (SSD Recommended)
1440p (QHD/2K) - High (Targets 1440p, High settings, ~60 FPS with DLSS/FSR Quality + potentially Frame Gen)(High Preset, 1440p resolution with DLSS/FSR Quality. Frame Generation (DLSS 3/FSR 3) highly recommended if available/supported by GPU.)
CPU: Powerful desktop CPU to handle 1440p and reduce CPU bottlenecks, especially if using Frame Generation.
CPU (Laptop): High-performance laptop CPUs essential for smooth 1440p, particularly with Frame Generation.
GPU: Strong GPUs for 1440p/60fps. DLSS/FSR Quality is essential. For consistent 60FPS+ with high settings, Frame Generation is a significant help.
GPU (Laptop): High-end laptop GPUs with max TGP. DLSS/FSR (Quality/Balanced) + Frame Generation are key. (A hypothetical future RTX 5060 Ti/5070 Laptop GPU).
RAM: 32GB RAM is strongly recommended for 1440p high settings to ensure smooth performance.
Storage: NVMe SSD mandatory for optimal performance.
CPU: Top-tier desktop CPU to support 4K gaming and minimize CPU bottlenecks, especially with Frame Generation.
CPU (Laptop): Absolute flagship laptop CPUs required.
GPU: Flagship desktop GPUs required for 4K. Heavily reliant on DLSS/FSR Performance and Frame Generation (for NVIDIA RTX 40 series / AMD FSR 3 compatible cards) to achieve ~60 FPS.
GPU (Laptop): The most powerful current (RTX 40 series) laptop GPUs. DLSS/FSR (Performance/Ultra Performance) with Frame Generation is essential. Hypothetical RTX 50 series laptop GPUs are speculative.
RAM: 32GB of high-speed RAM is strongly recommended for optimal 4K gaming.
Storage: A very fast NVMe SSD (PCIe Gen4 or better) is highly recommended for 4K textures and loading.
Spec: 80 GB available space (SSD Highly Recommended, NVMe for best experience) Note: An SSD (preferably NVMe) with at least 80 GB of free space is strongly recommended for optimal performance, significantly faster loading times, and smoother asset streaming. Requirement may increase with DLCs/updates. Type: NVMe
Spec: 54 GB available space (SSD Recommended) Note: An SSD is recommended for faster loading times, particularly when fast-traveling or respawning in the large world. Type: SSD
desktop_windows Operating System
Spec: Windows 10 (64-bit, latest update) or Windows 11 (64-bit, latest update) Explanation: A 64-bit version of Windows 10 (latest updates) or Windows 11 (latest update) is required. Windows 11 is generally recommended for newer UE5 titles for features like DirectStorage and optimal CPU scheduling.
Spec: Windows Vista SP2 / Windows 7 SP1 / Windows 8.1 (64-bit Operating System Required) Explanation: A 64-bit version of Windows Vista SP2, 7 SP1, 8.1, 10, or 11 is required.
gamepad DirectX Version
Spec: DirectX 12 Explanation: DirectX 12 is required. Remnant II is an Unreal Engine 5 title, which leverages DX12 features. Ray tracing is not a primary feature of the game; performance is demanding even without it.
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info_outline Other Game Notes
OFFICIAL AND EXTRAPOLATED SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS for REMNANT II (Released July 2023). This information is based on official PC specifications from Gunfire Games/Arc Games and includes extrapolated tiers for higher performance targets, adapted to the requested JSON structure for a May 2025 context. REMNANT II is a demanding Unreal Engine 5 title, and using upscaling technologies (DLSS, FSR, XeSS) is highly recommended for optimal performance across all tiers. Laptop GPU mentions for RTX 50 series are speculative.
Laptop Performance Note: Laptop models of listed desktop GPUs require comparable performance, which is heavily dependent on TGP (Total Graphics Power), VRAM, and robust cooling. REMNANT II is very demanding; high-performance laptop hardware with effective thermal management is crucial, especially for higher settings or resolutions.
Laptop Consideration: G P U T G P: Maximum TGP for the laptop GPU is critical for achieving playable framerates in REMNANT II.
Laptop Consideration: Cooling Thermals: Excellent and sustained cooling is essential to prevent severe thermal throttling, as the game can heavily stress both CPU and GPU.
Laptop Consideration: C P U Power Limits: High sustained CPU power limits are beneficial, as Unreal Engine 5 games can be CPU-intensive, particularly with complex world states and enemy encounters.
Laptop Consideration: M U X Switch Optimus: A MUX switch or NVIDIA Advanced Optimus is highly recommended for optimal performance and reduced latency.
Optimization Detail: Upscaling Tech: Supports NVIDIA DLSS (Super Resolution, Frame Generation - DLSS 3.7 as of April 2024), AMD FidelityFX Super Resolution (FSR 2.2 at launch, FSR 3.0 with Frame Generation supported as of April 2024), and Intel XeSS (1.1 at launch, 1.3 as of April 2024). The game was designed with upscaling in mind; using these technologies is essential for achieving target framerates, especially at resolutions above 1080p or with higher graphics settings.
Optimization Detail: Key Settings Impact: Overall Graphics Quality (Low, Medium, High, Ultra), Shadow Quality, Post Processing, Foliage Quality, View Distance, and Effects Quality significantly impact performance. Native resolution rendering is extremely demanding; upscaling is key.
Game Name: REMNANT II
Official PC system requirements for 'Just Cause 3' (released in 2015). An SSD is recommended for better loading times. These requirements reflect hardware from that era and are modest by today's standards.
Laptop Performance Note: Just Cause 3, with its large open world and emphasis on physics-based destruction, can still be somewhat demanding, especially during intense chaotic sequences. For a good laptop experience, a gaming laptop with a dedicated GPU from its release era or newer is recommended. Laptop GPUs and CPUs perform differently than desktop equivalents. **Performance can vary based on the specific laptop model's TGP, cooling, and overall system configuration.**
Laptop Consideration: G P U T G P Impact: While less of a factor than with modern high-wattage GPUs, ensuring the laptop GPU receives adequate power for its class is still important.
Laptop Consideration: Advanced Cooling Thermals: Good cooling helps maintain consistent performance, especially in a game known for numerous explosions and physics calculations that can tax the system.
Laptop Consideration: C P U Performance Sustain: A capable mobile CPU is needed to handle the open-world streaming and physics calculations without significant bottlenecks.
Laptop Consideration: R A M Configuration Speed: 8GB in dual-channel is recommended. While the game might run on 6GB, 8GB provides a much smoother experience.
Laptop Consideration: Display Panel G P U Pairing: Most laptops aiming for these specs will target 1080p. The GPU should be sufficient for this resolution at desired settings.
Laptop Consideration: Driver Updates O S Optimization: Using reasonably up-to-date GPU drivers and a well-maintained OS is beneficial for stability.
Optimization Detail: A P I Choice: The game primarily uses DirectX 11.
Optimization Detail: Key Settings Impact: Resolution, Texture Quality, Shadow Quality, LOD Detail, Water Quality, Anti-Aliasing, and Effects Quality (especially particles and explosions) significantly impact performance.
Game Name: Just Cause 3
build Optimization Details
Upscaling Tech: Supports NVIDIA DLSS (Super Resolution, Frame Generation - DLSS 3.7 as of April 2024), AMD FidelityFX Super Resolution (FSR 2.2 at launch, FSR 3.0 with Frame Generation supported as of April 2024), and Intel XeSS (1.1 at launch, 1.3 as of April 2024). The game was designed with upscaling in mind; using these technologies is essential for achieving target framerates, especially at resolutions above 1080p or with higher graphics settings.
Key Settings Impact: Overall Graphics Quality (Low, Medium, High, Ultra), Shadow Quality, Post Processing, Foliage Quality, View Distance, and Effects Quality significantly impact performance. Native resolution rendering is extremely demanding; upscaling is key.
A P I Choice: The game primarily uses DirectX 11.
Key Settings Impact: Resolution, Texture Quality, Shadow Quality, LOD Detail, Water Quality, Anti-Aliasing, and Effects Quality (especially particles and explosions) significantly impact performance.
laptop Laptop Considerations
G P U T G P: Maximum TGP for the laptop GPU is critical for achieving playable framerates in REMNANT II.
Cooling Thermals: Excellent and sustained cooling is essential to prevent severe thermal throttling, as the game can heavily stress both CPU and GPU.
C P U Power Limits: High sustained CPU power limits are beneficial, as Unreal Engine 5 games can be CPU-intensive, particularly with complex world states and enemy encounters.
M U X Switch Optimus: A MUX switch or NVIDIA Advanced Optimus is highly recommended for optimal performance and reduced latency.
G P U T G P Impact: While less of a factor than with modern high-wattage GPUs, ensuring the laptop GPU receives adequate power for its class is still important.
Advanced Cooling Thermals: Good cooling helps maintain consistent performance, especially in a game known for numerous explosions and physics calculations that can tax the system.
C P U Performance Sustain: A capable mobile CPU is needed to handle the open-world streaming and physics calculations without significant bottlenecks.
R A M Configuration Speed: 8GB in dual-channel is recommended. While the game might run on 6GB, 8GB provides a much smoother experience.
Display Panel G P U Pairing: Most laptops aiming for these specs will target 1080p. The GPU should be sufficient for this resolution at desired settings.
Driver Updates O S Optimization: Using reasonably up-to-date GPU drivers and a well-maintained OS is beneficial for stability.
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Laptop recommendations are estimates based on available component benchmarks and game requirements.
Actual performance may vary depending on settings, drivers, cooling, power limits, etc.
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