The Remnant II DLC "The Forgotten Kingdom" is set to launch on April 23 for $9.99, offering a new storyline, dungeons, and area within the world of Yaesha, along with a new Archetype called "The Invoker" that draws strength from the Nature Spirits of Yaesha. Players will encounter new bosses, characters, and creatures while uncovering the forgotten history of the lost tribe and facing the vengeful stone spirit, Lydusa.
Gunfire Games' Remnant: From the Ashes and its sequel, Remnant II, have been unexpectedly made available on Xbox Game Pass and PC Game Pass. Remnant II received critical acclaim upon its release in July, selling over one million copies in its first week and becoming the best-selling game in the US for July. The arrival of Remnant II on Game Pass follows the release of its first DLC, with two more DLC add-ons planned for 2024.
Gearbox Publishing and Gunfire Games have made Remnant: From the Ashes and Remnant II - Standard Edition available on Xbox and PC Game Pass, following the success of the game which has sold over two million units worldwide. Remnant II offers players a challenging world filled with powerful creatures and boss battles, with the option to play in single-player or co-op modes. The game features an updated Archetype system for greater customization and multiple playable Archetypes. It is available on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC.
Gearbox Publishing and Gunfire Games have announced that the first downloadable content pack for Remnant II, titled "The Awakened King," will be released on November 14 for $9.99. This DLC is part of a bundle of three content packs that can be purchased for $24.99. Players will explore a new area in the world of Losomn, uncovering the secrets behind The One True King, who has been corrupted by the Root and seeks revenge. The DLC will introduce a new storyline, dungeons, a new archetype called The Ritualist, powerful weapons, and encounters with new bosses and creatures. Remnant II is currently available on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series, and PC.
Remnant II, a popular Souls-like shooter developed by Gunfire Games, contains numerous hidden secrets, including a completely hidden player class called the Archon. The developers intentionally designed the class to be nearly impossible to discover naturally, with the intention of it being found by dataminers. Once dataminers uncovered the steps to unlock the class, the information was shared with the community, allowing all players to access the secret class. Embracing dataminers and rewarding them with hidden knowledge creates a sense of involvement and community within the game.
Remnant II, one of the first major games developed using Unreal Engine 5, struggles with performance on both the PS5 and Xbox Series X/S. The game offers three visual options, all of which upscale to 1440p but have low native resolutions. Despite this, the Balanced and Performance modes experience frame rate drops and screen-tearing. The Quality mode, although limited to 30fps, provides a consistent frame rate. The Xbox Series S version runs at around 900p and 30fps. The differences between the PS5 and Xbox Series X versions are minimal, with the XSX having the advantage of uncapped framerates in Performance Mode. However, this also leads to larger performance swings. While Remnant II showcases impressive visuals, it comes at a cost that even current-gen consoles and high-end graphics cards may struggle to handle.
The developers of Remnant II, Gunfire Games, have acknowledged that the PC port of the game heavily relies on upscaling technologies such as DLSS, FSR, and XeSS for optimal performance. The game, powered by Unreal Engine 5, does not fully utilize the engine's capabilities and may consider adding features like Lumen in the future. Players are advised to use the recommended upscaling settings for smoother gameplay, and the developers have promised performance updates post-launch. However, some players have reported poor performance and issues like "Out of Video Memory" on high-end systems. The reliance on upscaling techniques has raised concerns about the lack of optimization in the PC port.
Remnant II, the sequel to Remnant: From the Ashes, is praised for its masterful boss fight design in the shooter genre. The game features memorable encounters that test players' skills and recontextualize gameplay mechanics. Bosses like Legion, Mother Mind, and the Corruptor offer unique challenges and require players to adapt their strategies. The creative enemy design elevates the overall experience of the game, setting it apart from other shooters that rely on bullet-sponge enemies.
The PC port of Remnant II, powered by Unreal Engine 5, lacks support for Lumen and hardware ray tracing, resulting in a relatively barebones graphics experience. The game offers limited graphics options and does not support HDR displays. While it runs fairly well, there is room for improvement in terms of performance. The addition of Lumen for better lighting and DLSS 3 support to increase performance would greatly enhance the game.
Gunfire Games' Design Director and Principal Designer discuss the lore, combat, scaling, and gameplay features of Remnant II. The game takes place over two decades after the events of the first game, with returning players encountering familiar faces and new characters in the new Ward 13. The branching storylines offer increased replayability, with random order and unique storylines for each world. The environments are larger and more varied, with verticality playing a bigger role. Scaling works similarly to the first game, with a focus on maintaining pace and upgrading weapons. There are a lot more weapons in Remnant II, including returning favorites and new additions. The Mutator Slot allows players to customize weapon behavior, and there is a greater emphasis on different damage types. Melee has been improved with faster execution, unique stats, and increased damage output. There are shield-related options, but stealth gameplay is not a focus. Players can farm specific events and bosses through adventure mode. A respec feature is available from the beginning of the game. The party size remains at three players, with no plans to increase it. Post-launch support will include updates and paid DLC, with a focus on balance, quality of life features, and potential cross-play.
Remnant II, the follow-up to 2019's Remnant: From the Ashes, will be released on July 25 for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series, and PC via Steam and the Epic Games Store. Players who purchase the Ultimate Edition will have early access to the game on July 21, and those who pre-order any digital edition will receive early access to the Gunslinger Archetype Class. The game features co-op gameplay and dynamically built levels for unique experiences.
