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REMNANT II Key Specifications
| Specification | Detail |
|---|---|
| Engine | Unreal Engine 4 |
| Genre | Action RPG, Third-Person Shooter, Soulslike, Co-op |
| Initial Release | 2023-07-25 |
| Developer | Gunfire Games |
| Publisher | Arc Games (formerly Gearbox Publishing) |
| Setting | Post-Apocalyptic Earth & Multiple Interdimensional Worlds |
| Perspective | Third-Person |
| Platforms | PC (Windows - Steam, Epic Games Store), PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S |
| Multiplayer | Up to 3-Player Online Co-op (Crossplay supported) |
| 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. |
REMNANT II System Requirements
1080p
tune Minimum (Targets 1080p, Low/Medium settings, ~30-60 FPS with Upscaling) – Low/Medium Preset, 1080p resolution with DLSS/FSR/XeSS Performance/Balanced.
tune Recommended (Targets 1080p, Medium/High settings, ~60 FPS with Upscaling Quality/Balanced) – Medium/High Preset, 1080p resolution with DLSS/FSR/XeSS Quality or Balanced.
1440p
tune 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.
2160p
tune Ultra (Targets 2160p/4K, Medium/High settings, ~60 FPS with DLSS/FSR Performance + Frame Gen) – Medium/High Preset, 2160p (4K) resolution using DLSS/FSR Performance + Frame Generation.
REMNANT II Laptop Recommendations
memory AMD Ryzen 7 7435 HS
developer_board NVIDIA RTX 3050 75W
storage 32GB DDR5-4800MHz
799
Model: ASUS TUF A15 with RTX 3050 and Ryzen 7
memory CPU: AMD Ryzen 7 7435 HS (Score: 1655)
developer_board GPU: NVIDIA RTX 3050 (Score: 7220) @ 75W TGP
storage RAM: 32GB DDR5-4800MHz
save Storage: 1000GB NVMe
desktop_windows Display: 1920 x 1080 (FHD)
Meets criteria for tier: 1080p - Minimum (Low/Medium Preset, 1080p resolution with DLSS/FSR/XeSS Performance/Balanced.).
memory AMD Ryzen 9 8940 HX
developer_board NVIDIA RTX 5060 115W
storage 32GB DDR5-5200MHz
1689
Model: HP Omen 16 (RTX 5060 & Ryzen 9 8940HX)
memory CPU: AMD Ryzen 9 8940 HX (Score: 2225)
developer_board GPU: NVIDIA RTX 5060 (Score: 9000) @ 115W TGP
storage RAM: 32GB DDR5-5200MHz
save Storage: 1000GB NVMe
desktop_windows Display: 1920 x 1200 (WUXGA / FHD+)
Meets criteria for tier: 1080p - Minimum (Low/Medium Preset, 1080p resolution with DLSS/FSR/XeSS Performance/Balanced.).
memory AMD Ryzen 9 7845 HX
developer_board NVIDIA RTX 4080
storage Up to 64GB DDR5
2799
Model: Dell Alienware M16 Gaming Laptop with RTX 4080
memory CPU: AMD Ryzen 9 7845 HX (Score: 2078)
developer_board GPU: NVIDIA RTX 4080 (Score: 12500)
storage RAM: Up to 64GB DDR5
save Storage: 4000GB NVMe
desktop_windows Display: 2560 x 1600 (WQXGA)
Meets criteria for tier: 1080p - Minimum (Low/Medium Preset, 1080p resolution with DLSS/FSR/XeSS Performance/Balanced.).
memory Intel Core ULTRA 9 2285 H
developer_board NVIDIA RTX 5050 95W
storage 32GB (2x16GB) DDR5 8400MHz SO-DIMM
2847
Model: LG Gram Pro 17 with RTX 5050
memory CPU: Intel Core ULTRA 9 2285 H (Score: 1497)
developer_board GPU: NVIDIA RTX 5050 (Score: 13148) @ 95W TGP
storage RAM: 32GB (2x16GB) DDR5 8400MHz SO-DIMM
save Storage: 2000GB NVMe
desktop_windows Display: 2560 x 1600 pixels
Meets criteria for tier: 1080p - Minimum (Low/Medium Preset, 1080p resolution with DLSS/FSR/XeSS Performance/Balanced.).
memory Intel Core ULTRA 9 2275 H
developer_board NVIDIA RTX 5070 TI 140W
storage 32GB
2550
Model: Lenovo Legion Pro 5i Gen 10 (RTX 5070 Ti & Intel Core Ultra 9 275HX)
memory CPU: Intel Core ULTRA 9 2275 H (Score: 1497)
developer_board GPU: NVIDIA RTX 5070 TI (Score: 13756) @ 140W TGP
storage RAM: 32GB
save Storage: 2000GB NVMe
desktop_windows Display: 2560 x 1600
Meets criteria for tier: 1080p - Minimum (Low/Medium Preset, 1080p resolution with DLSS/FSR/XeSS Performance/Balanced.).
memory Intel Core ULTRA 9 2285 H
developer_board NVIDIA RTX 5080 175W
storage 64GB DDR5-5600MHz
3999
Model: MSI Titan 18 HX AI (2025) with RTX 5080
memory CPU: Intel Core ULTRA 9 2285 H (Score: 1497)
developer_board GPU: NVIDIA RTX 5080 (Score: 17000) @ 175W TGP
storage RAM: 64GB DDR5-5600MHz
save Storage: 6000GB NVMe
desktop_windows Display: 3840 x 2400 (UHD+)
Meets criteria for tier: 1080p - Minimum (Low/Medium Preset, 1080p resolution with DLSS/FSR/XeSS Performance/Balanced.).
memory Intel Core ULTRA 9 2275 H
developer_board NVIDIA RTX 5080
storage 32GB DDR5-6400MHz
3999
Model: Lenovo Legion Pro 7i (2025) with RTX 5080
memory CPU: Intel Core ULTRA 9 2275 H (Score: 1497)
developer_board GPU: NVIDIA RTX 5080 (Score: 17000)
storage RAM: 32GB DDR5-6400MHz
save Storage: 3000GB NVMe
desktop_windows Display: 2560 x 1600 (WQXGA)
Meets criteria for tier: 1080p - Minimum (Low/Medium Preset, 1080p resolution with DLSS/FSR/XeSS Performance/Balanced.).
memory Intel Core ULTRA 9 2275 H
developer_board NVIDIA RTX 5080 175W
storage 32GB DDR5-5600MHz
3999
Model: GIGABYTE AORUS Master 16 (2025) with RTX 5080
memory CPU: Intel Core ULTRA 9 2275 H (Score: 1497)
developer_board GPU: NVIDIA RTX 5080 (Score: 17000) @ 175W TGP
storage RAM: 32GB DDR5-5600MHz
save Storage: 1000GB NVMe
desktop_windows Display: 2560 x 1600 (WQXGA)
Meets criteria for tier: 1080p - Minimum (Low/Medium Preset, 1080p resolution with DLSS/FSR/XeSS Performance/Balanced.).
memory Intel Core ULTRA 9 2285 H
developer_board NVIDIA RTX 5090
storage 64GB DDR5-6400MHz
5499
Model: MSI Raider 18 HX AI with RTX 5090 and Intel U9-285HX
memory CPU: Intel Core ULTRA 9 2285 H (Score: 1497)
developer_board GPU: NVIDIA RTX 5090 (Score: 22000)
storage RAM: 64GB DDR5-6400MHz
save Storage: 2000GB NVMe
desktop_windows Display: 3840 x 2400 (UHD+)
Meets criteria for tier: 1080p - Minimum (Low/Medium Preset, 1080p resolution with DLSS/FSR/XeSS Performance/Balanced.).
memory Intel Core ULTRA 9 2275 H
developer_board NVIDIA RTX 5090 175W
storage 64GB DDR5
5499
Model: ASUS ROG Strix Scar 18 G835 (RTX 5090 & Intel Ultra 9 275HX)
memory CPU: Intel Core ULTRA 9 2275 H (Score: 1497)
developer_board GPU: NVIDIA RTX 5090 (Score: 22000) @ 175W TGP
storage RAM: 64GB DDR5
save Storage: 2000GB SSD
desktop_windows Display: 2560x1600
Meets criteria for tier: 1080p - Minimum (Low/Medium Preset, 1080p resolution with DLSS/FSR/XeSS Performance/Balanced.).
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Core Requirements
- desktop_windowsOperating System: Windows 10 (64-bit, latest update) or Windows 11 (64-bit, latest update)
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.
- memoryDirectX: DirectX 12
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.
- save_altStorage Note: 80 GB available space (SSD Highly Recommended, NVMe for best experience)
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.
settings_applications Optimization Notes:
Upscaling: 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: 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.
REMNANT II: 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.
REMNANT II: Game 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).
REMNANT II: Cross-Platform / Crossplay
Crossplay functionality was added to REMNANT II in February 2024, allowing players on PC (Steam, Epic Games Store), PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X/S to team up. Linking an Epic Games account is required for console players to enable crossplay.
REMNANT II Specific Game Elements
REMNANT II Weapons
- securityCorrupted 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.
- securityHandguns (Pistols, Revolvers, SMG-like sidearms) (Secondary Ranged Weapon)
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.
- securityLong 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.
- securityMelee Weapons (Swords, Axes, Hammers, Gauntlets, etc.) (Close Quarters Combat Weapon)
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.
- securityMutators (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.
- securityWeapon 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.
REMNANT II Vehicles
- directions_carGlider 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.
- directions_carNone (Traversal by Foot & World Stones) (N/A)
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.
REMNANT II Characters
- personClementine - 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.
- personCommander 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.
- personMcCabe - 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.
- personMudtooth - NPC / Storyteller & Elixir Vendor
An elderly character in Ward 13 who tells stories (granting XP boosts) and sells various concoctions (temporary buffs).
- personReginald 'Reggie' Malone - NPC / Consumables Vendor
An NPC in Ward 13 who sells various consumables like ammo boxes, healing items, and concoctions.
- personThe 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.
- personThe 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.
- personThe Traveler - Protagonist (Player Character) (playable)
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.
- personWallace - 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.
- personWorld 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.
Top 3 Characters:
Traveler (Player Character): The customizable protagonist, a survivor thrust into a battle against interdimensional horrors. 2. Clementine: A key returning character from the first game's lore, now a powerful figure with a significant role in the fight against The Root. 3. The Keeper of the Labyrinth: An enigmatic, ancient entity responsible for maintaining the Labyrinth (the unchanging hub world) and guiding The Traveler.
REMNANT II Missions / Objectives
- flagAdventure Mode
Objective: 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.
- flagArchetype Unlocking Quests/Puzzles
Objective: 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.
- flagDLC Campaigns (The Awakened King, The Forgotten Kingdom, The Dark Horizon)
Objective: 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.
- flagMain Campaign (Stop The Root)
Objective: 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.
- flagSide Dungeons & Events
Objective: 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.
- flagWorld-Specific Storylines & Bosses
Objective: 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).
Top 3 Missions/Objectives (Conceptual based on game structure):
a World Boss: Each procedurally generated world culminates in a challenging boss fight (e.g., The Nightweaver in Losomn, Sha'Hala in N'Erud, The Corruptor in Yaesha) that rewards a Segment needed to progress the main story. 2. Unlocking a Secret Archetype: Discovering and completing the hidden requirements to unlock one of the game's many non-starting Archetypes (like the Engineer, Alchemist, or Archon). 3. Completing the Campaign & Defeating Annihilation: Progressing through multiple worlds, piecing together the main questline involving Clementine and The Keeper, and ultimately facing the final boss, Annihilation, to stop The Root.
REMNANT II Companions / Summons
- groupCo-op Players (Other Travelers) (Human (Player Characters with chosen Archetypes))
Ability: 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.
- groupEngineer's Turrets (Heavy Weapons) (Automated Turrets (Vulcan, Flamethrower, Impact Cannon))
Ability: 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.
- groupHandler's Dog Companion (Canine (Specific breed varies by Handler's choice/default))
Ability: 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.
- groupSummoner's Minions (Root Creatures) (Root Entities (Various types like Hollows, Flyers, Reavers))
Ability: 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.
REMNANT II Collectibles
- collections_bookmarkAmulets
Location/Use: 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.
- collections_bookmarkQuest Items & Lore Items
Location/Use: 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.
- collections_bookmarkRelic Fragments
Location/Use: 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.
- collections_bookmarkRelics (e.g., Dragon Heart)
Location/Use: 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).
- collections_bookmarkRings
Location/Use: 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.
- collections_bookmarkTomes of Knowledge
Location/Use: 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.
- collections_bookmarkTraits
Location/Use: 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.
- collections_bookmarkWeapon Mods & Mutators
Location/Use: 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.
Top 3 Collectibles:
of Knowledge: Consumable items found randomly that grant an additional Trait Point (or XP/Scrap if at Trait cap). 2. Rings & Amulets: Equippable gear that provides a wide variety of passive bonuses, crucial for defining character builds. Many are hidden or obtained from specific encounters. 3. Relics & Relic Fragments: Relics are the primary healing items, each with a unique effect (e.g., Dragon Heart). Relic Fragments are socketed into Relics to provide further passive stat boosts.
REMNANT II Armor
- shieldArmor Sets (Head, Body, Legs, Gloves)
Focus/Stats: 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.
- shieldArmor Skins / Cosmetic Transmog (Limited)
Focus/Stats: 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.
- shieldCultist Armor Set (Example from Remnant 1, archetype starting gear in R2 may vary)
Focus/Stats: Typically associated with Mod Power generation or skill cooldown reduction. Starting Archetypes in Remnant II come with their own unique-looking armor sets.
- shieldElder Armor Set
Focus/Stats: A set often associated with support or healing capabilities, potentially boosting Relic use or ally buffs.
- shieldLeto Mark I & II Armor Sets
Focus/Stats: 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.
- shieldRadiant Armor Set
Focus/Stats: An example of a set that might provide bonuses related to critical hits or sustained fire, often with a distinct visual appearance.
- shieldVoid Armor Set
Focus/Stats: A heavy armor set that often provides a perk related to taking damage, such as a temporary damage buff after being hit.
REMNANT II Clothing / Appearance
- checkroomArchetype Starting Armor
Details: 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.
- checkroomDeluxe & Ultimate Edition Armor Sets (Cosmetic/Early Unlocks)
Details: 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.
- checkroomDLC Armor Sets
Details: 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.
- checkroomHelmet Visibility Toggle
Details: 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.
- checkroomWorld-Dropped & Crafted Armor Sets
Details: 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.
REMNANT II Other Features & Info
- labelMultiplayer Modes
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.
- labelUser Interface
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.
- labelSound and Music
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.
- labelGraphics and Visuals
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.
- labelAccessibility Features
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.
- labelStory and Setting
Set approximately 20 years after Remnant: From the Ashes, humanity continues its desperate fight for survival against The Root, an interdimensional invasive entity. Players take on the role of 'The Traveler,' who, alongside allies like Clementine and the enigmatic Keeper, ventures through a series of procedurally generated worlds connected by the Labyrinth. The goal is to find a way to stop The Root at its source and prevent the destruction of all reality, culminating in a confrontation with a being known as Annihilation.
- labelWorlds and Procedural Generation
REMNANT II features multiple distinct worlds (biomes) such as the overgrown jungles of Yaesha, the corrupted medieval-esque realm of Losomn, the dying sci-fi world of N'Erud, the foundational Labyrinth, and the blighted Root Earth. Each world has its own unique enemies, bosses, storylines, dungeons, and loot. Dungeons, areas, enemy placements, and even some quest lines and boss encounters are dynamically generated, ensuring high replayability and varied experiences across playthroughs.
- labelArchetype System (Classes)
Features an expanded Archetype system where players choose a starting class and can unlock and equip a secondary Archetype later, allowing for hybrid builds. Each Archetype has a unique Prime Perk (core identity), Damage Perk, Team Perk, Utility Perk, Relic Perk, and three distinct active Skills (only one can be slotted at a time). Archetypes level up to enhance their perks. Examples include: Challenger (tank/melee), Handler (dog companion/support), Hunter (ranged/weakspot), Gunslinger (firearms/ammo), Medic (healing/support), Alchemist (buffs/ailments), Summoner (minions), Engineer (turrets/heavy weapons), Explorer (loot/mobility), Invader (deception/damage), Archon (secret, mod-focused), and DLC Archetypes like Ritualist, Invoker, and The Warden.
- labelTop 5 Weapons/Tools (Subjective/Iconic)
- 1. Chicago Typewriter (Long Gun): A fan-favorite automatic weapon known for its high rate of fire and large magazine. 2. Enigma (Handgun): Fires electrical tendrils that chain between enemies, excellent for crowd control. 3. Nightfall (Long Gun - Boss Weapon): A powerful rifle that can enter a high-damage 'Dreadwalker' mode. 4. Weapon Mods (e.g., Hot Shot, Healing Shot): Equippable abilities that grant special attacks or utility to weapons. 5. Relics (e.g., Dragon Heart): Primary healing items with various effects determined by equipped Relic Fragments.
- labelTop 3 Gameplay Mechanics
- 1. Deep Archetype System & Dual Classing: Players choose a starting Archetype and can later equip a second one, allowing for extensive build customization by combining unique perks, skills, and traits from two classes. 2. Procedurally Generated Worlds & Dungeons: Ensures high replayability, as each campaign playthrough or Adventure Mode roll features different layouts, enemy placements, available side dungeons, events, and even some boss encounters within the same world. 3. Challenging Co-op Boss Battles: Signature difficult boss fights requiring teamwork, pattern recognition, and optimized character builds to overcome, forming the core of the game's Soulslike challenge.
REMNANT II Frequently Asked Questions
- help_outline When was REMNANT II released?REMNANT II was released on July 25, 2023, for PC (Windows), PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X/S.
- help_outline What kind of game is REMNANT II?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.
- help_outline Is REMNANT II a direct sequel to Remnant: From the Ashes?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.
- help_outline What are Archetypes in REMNANT II?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.
- help_outline How does procedural generation work in REMNANT II?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.
- help_outline Does REMNANT II have multiplayer and crossplay?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).
- help_outline What kind of DLC is available for REMNANT II?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.
- help_outline Is REMNANT II a Soulslike game?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).