Risk of Rain is a challenging indie roguelike platformer developed by Hopoo Games and published by Chucklefish for Windows. In this action-packed title, players take control of one of several unique survivors stranded on an alien planet. Each survivor has distinct abilities and playstyles, ranging from melee-focused fighters to ranged attackers or supportive characters. The game emphasizes fast-paced combat, strategic item collection, and cooperative multiplayer, allowing up to four players to team up locally or online.
A core mechanic is the scaling difficulty: the longer players survive, the tougher the enemies become, creating tension and urgency with each stage. Levels are procedurally generated, ensuring each run feels fresh and unpredictable. Over 100 items—including offensive, defensive, and utility upgrades—can be collected to enhance abilities, stack effects, and synergize with others.
Permadeath is a key feature, rewarding careful planning and quick reflexes. With pixel-art visuals, dynamic soundtrack, and intense gameplay, Risk of Rain blends roguelike progression with platforming mastery, appealing to both solo players and teams seeking high-stakes action. Its sequel, Risk of Rain 2, expands these mechanics into 3D while retaining the signature difficulty curve.
Features
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Roguelike platformer with procedural level generation.
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Multiple unique survivors with distinct abilities.
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Permadeath and high-stakes survival gameplay.
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Over 100 collectible items with stacking effects.
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Local and online co-op for up to 4 players.
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Increasing difficulty the longer you survive.
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Strategic combat with enemies and bosses.
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Pixel-art visuals with dynamic soundtrack.
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Randomized environments for replayability.
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Skill and item synergy rewards careful planning.
System Requirements
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OS: Windows XP / Vista / 7 / 8 / 10.
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Processor: 1.33 GHz or faster CPU.
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Memory: 512 MB RAM minimum.
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Graphics: DirectX 9.0c compatible GPU.
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DirectX: Version 9.0c.
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Storage: 250 MB available space.
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Sound: DirectX compatible sound card.
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Keyboard and mouse required.
