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Steam specs (min / recommended)

Minimum: Système d'exploitation *: Windows Vista / 7 Processeur : 2.5 GHz Mémoire vive : 1 GB de mémoire Graphiques : Direct X9.0c Compatible Card DirectX : Version 9.0 Espace disque : 130 MB d'espace disque disponible Notes supplémentaires : Microsoft Xbox 360 Controller or Direct Input compatible controller

Risk of Rain (2013)

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Released November 8, 2013
sample: 494 reviews posted after launch (180 AI-classified)
81/100
Player Score — % of positive reviews since launch · Steam history: 93 % · 29,821 reviews (« Very Positive »)
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Risk of Rain's addictive gameplay has captivated players, with 102 positive mentions out of 133, making it a standout aspect of the game. The game's ability to keep players engaged is further evident in its playtime statistics, where 92% of players who have played for over 25 hours have left positive reviews. Since its release, the game has maintained a Very Positive overall score, with 93% of all reviews being positive.

In-game

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« Excellent jeu, du défi pur et dur, je conseille vraiment ! »
👍 anonymous review · 34 h played
« good for a first shot but the second is massively better »
👍 anonymous review · 27 h played
« un classique en terme de rogue like axé action. Une DA forte et une prise en main facile »
👍 anonymous review · 104 h played
« Un grand classique. Je crois que après Half Life c'est mon premier jeu Steam »
👍 anonymous review · 5 h played
« greqt game to plqy with friends »
👍 anonymous review · 26 h played
« never finished the first stage »
👍 anonymous review · 1 h played
« aucun systeme de sauvegarde manger vos grands morts »
👎 anonymous review · 10 h played
« Le jeu à un univers cool, mais c'est dur à prendre à main, dur à comprendre comment tout fonctionne, dur de mettre en application les différentes armes et techniques. Pour les premières heures, on passe pas du bon temps. »
👎 anonymous review · 6 h played
« Take it only if you like this kind of game (rogue like ? rogue lite ?) it's long, repetitive, you spend a lot of time on a run to ie against the final boss. »
👎 anonymous review · 20 h played
« Petit jeu avec une jolie musique pour ceux qui aiment courir et collectionner les bonus. Il a été très à la mode il y a quelques années, mais je n'ai jamais vraiment compris pourquoi. »
👎 anonymous review · 5 h played
« Je n'ai pas jouer à la version remaster, mais cette version là est horrible: beugé, gameplay désagréable, contrôle hasardeux. Bref, même gratuit je n'y touche pas. »
👎 anonymous review · 0 h played
« Good little game ! Does what it does. Maybe a bit too grindy ? »
👍 anonymous review · 29 h played

In players' words

« Excellent jeu, du défi pur et dur, je conseille vraiment ! »
👍 anonymous review · 34 h played
« aucun systeme de sauvegarde manger vos grands morts »
👎 anonymous review · 10 h played
« good for a first shot but the second is massively better »
👍 anonymous review · 27 h played
« Le jeu à un univers cool, mais c'est dur à prendre à main, dur à comprendre comment tout fonctionne, dur de mettre en application les différentes armes et techniques. Pour les premières heures, on passe pas du bon temps. »
👎 anonymous review · 6 h played
« un classique en terme de rogue like axé action. Une DA forte et une prise en main facile »
👍 anonymous review · 104 h played
« Take it only if you like this kind of game (rogue like ? rogue lite ?) it's long, repetitive, you spend a lot of time on a run to ie against the final boss. »
👎 anonymous review · 20 h played
« Un grand classique. Je crois que après Half Life c'est mon premier jeu Steam »
👍 anonymous review · 5 h played
« Petit jeu avec une jolie musique pour ceux qui aiment courir et collectionner les bonus. Il a été très à la mode il y a quelques années, mais je n'ai jamais vraiment compris pourquoi. »
👎 anonymous review · 5 h played
« greqt game to plqy with friends »
👍 anonymous review · 26 h played
« Je n'ai pas jouer à la version remaster, mais cette version là est horrible: beugé, gameplay désagréable, contrôle hasardeux. Bref, même gratuit je n'y touche pas. »
👎 anonymous review · 0 h played
« never finished the first stage »
👍 anonymous review · 1 h played
« Good little game ! Does what it does. Maybe a bit too grindy ? »
👍 anonymous review · 29 h played

Anonymized excerpts from public Steam reviews — picked among those most voted "helpful" by the community.

What players say, by aspect

Positive Mixed Negative
Gameplay
77 % pos · n=133
Graphics / art
75 % pos · n=20
Content / longevity
20 % pos · n=15
Audio / music
92 % pos · n=13
Value for money
25 % pos · n=12
Multiplayer
50 % pos · n=12
Stability / bugs
0 % pos · n=9
Interface / UX
0 % pos · n=8
Story / writing
67 % pos · n=6
Performance
50 % pos · n=4
Detailed data (table)
AspectMentionsPositiveMixedNegative
Gameplay133102724
Graphics / art201505
Content / longevity153111
Audio / music131201
Value for money12318
Multiplayer12615
Stability / bugs9009
Interface / UX8008
Story / writing6411
Performance4202

Positive reviews by playtime

🎮 Players who like it have spent 20 h on median; those who dislike it: 4.7 h.

<2h
49 % (n=65)
2-10h
73 % (n=127)
10-25h
91 % (n=110)
>25h
92 % (n=192)

Fixed or still broken? Sentiment over time

📈 Up since launch (+18 pts) — updates have won players over
Jul 2025 : 67% positive67JulAug 2025 : 71% positive71AugSep 2025 : 70% positive70SepOct 2025 : 79% positive79OctNov 2025 : 83% positive83NovDec 2025 : 89% positive89DecJan 2026 : 81% positive81JanFeb 2026 : 68% positive68FebMar 2026 : 94% positive94MarApr 2026 : 88% positive88AprMay 2026 : 89% positive89MayJun 2026 : 88% positive88JunJul 2026 : 95% positive95Jul

% of positive reviews per month (months with ≥ 15 sample reviews).

💶 Price history

€0.79€3.39€5.99€8.59€11.192014201520162017201820192020202120222023202420252026€1.99

Steam price tracked automatically since Nov 13, 2013 · All-time low: €1.99 (Nov 08, 2018)

100% completion difficulty ("platinum")

4,4 % Demanding

of players have unlocked the rarest achievement — the upper bound of those who "100%'d" it. 15 achievements in total; the median achievement is unlocked by 25,1 % of players.

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Strengths

  • 102 positive mentions out of 133 for gameplay, indicating a high level of engagement and enjoyment
  • 92% positive reviews from players who have played for over 25 hours, showcasing the game's ability to retain players
  • 15 positive mentions out of 20 for graphics, highlighting the game's visual appeal

Weaknesses

  • 9 negative mentions out of 9 for bugs, indicating a need for improvement in stability
  • 8 negative mentions out of 8 for ui, suggesting room for improvement in user interface design
  • 11 negative mentions out of 15 for content, implying that some players find the game's content lacking

Who is it for?

Fans of action-packed games with roguelike elements and challenging difficulty will enjoy Risk of Rain, as evidenced by the frequent use of keywords like 'roguelike' and 'difficulté' in positive reviews.

Is Risk of Rain (2013) worth it in 2026?

Yes, without reservation for most players: 93% of 29,821 Steam reviews are positive (player score 81/100). Current price: 9,99€.

Verdict

Risk of Rain's strengths in gameplay and visual appeal make it a compelling choice for players seeking an engaging and challenging experience. While it faces some criticisms regarding bugs, ui, and content, the game's overall positive reception and addictive nature make it a worthwhile play for fans of the genre.

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Risk of Rain (2013): 81/100 by players — Gamer Reviews

Most frequent keywords

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