Rogue Legacy 2

Genealogical 2D action roguelite with descendants inheriting permanent upgrades

Cellar Door Games · Released Apr 28, 2022

Reviews: Very Positive; 91% of 15K
Recent reviews: Very Positive; 89% of 37 in 30 days
Playing now: 100; right now
Steam Deck: Verified
Last update: 3 years ago; May 9, 2023

What is Rogue Legacy 2?

A single-player 2D action platformer structured as repeated runs through a randomly generated kingdom. Each attempt follows a new descendant with their own class and traits as you fight monsters, avoid traps, explore distinct biomes, and collect heirlooms that permanently expand your movement abilities.

For you if...

+you enjoy difficult combat mixed with demanding platforming
+you want a single-player game with extensive replayability
+you like uncovering optional lore and secrets

Not for you if...

−you prefer a relaxed game with little repetition
−you dislike progression built around gradual statistical upgrades

What players say

91% of 15,151 reviews are positive · 89% of 37 in the last 30 days

Players often praise the fluid combat, responsive movement, and variety among classes and weapons. Common complaints focus on grind-heavy incremental upgrades, awkward platforming around a large character and hitboxes, and enemies firing from off-screen.

Screenshots and trailer

Rogue Legacy 2 system requirements

As published by the developer.

Minimum

OS: Windows 7
Processor: 2.0 Ghz
Graphics: Nvidia GTX 680, AMD R9 280X
Memory: 8 GB RAM
Storage: 2 GB available space
DirectX: Version 11

PC version details

DRM, required accounts, controller support and Steam features.

DRM: None declared on Steam
Controller: Full controller support
Platforms: Windows, macOS, Linux
Achievements: 39
Steam features: Cloud saves, Family Sharing, Trading cards

Steam Deck: Verified

All functionality is accessible with the default controller configuration
Shows Steam Deck controller icons
In-game text is legible on Steam Deck
Default graphics settings perform well on Steam Deck

Multiplayer and co-op

Single-player

Languages

Text only: English, French, Italian, German, Spanish - Spain, Korean, Portuguese - Brazil, Russian, Simplified Chinese, Traditional Chinese, Turkish, Japanese.