Big news for Gunfire Games’ popular co-op looter shooter sequel Remnant 2: its first DLC, dubbed The Awakened King, launches November 14, with the promise of two more DLCs due out next year.
Remnant 2 enjoyed a big launch and critical acclaim when it launched in the summer. IGN’s Remnant 2 review returned a 9/10: “Where Remnant: From The Ashes was a strong first draft, Remnant 2 is a revolutionary sequel and a sterling manifesto for the looter-shooter soulslike.”
Now, after a series of updates, publisher Gearbox and Gunfire Games have unveiled what’s next. The Awakened King is Remnant 2’s first premium DLC and launches on PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X and S on November 14 priced. This is the first DLC in the previously announced DLC bundle, which includes three DLC packs. The two other DLC packs launch at some point in 2024. Those who bought the Ultimate Edition of Remnant 2 get all three DLCs at no additional cost.
Here’s the official blurb on The Awakened King DLC:
“In this upcoming DLC for Remnant 2, The One True King has awakened and is out for blood. Corrupted by the Root during his near-death slumber, the mad king sees betrayal at every turn and is on a rampage of revenge. Since his castle first arrived in a Dran coastal town, the tides are angry and the weather is chaotic, surfacing all manner of creatures from the depths and leaving many mysteries in its wake. In a brand new storyline, survivors must uncover the secrets behind The One True King by exploring a mysterious new area within the world of Losomn. In this strange new location, survivors will traverse new dungeons, acquire powerful equipment, meet unexpected allies and face new threats in their adventure to reach The One True King and defeat him once and for all."
Here’s a detailed list of features for The Awakened King, per Gearbox:
- New Storyline, Dungeons and Area Based in the World of Losomn: Delve deeper into the land of Losomn and experience a brand new storyline about the One True King - whose mind has been poisoned by the Root and is out for revenge against those who oppose him.
- New Archetype - The Ritualist: Leveraging status effects to punish foes, this new Archetype is a master of pain and suffering. More details on the Archetype will be revealed closer to the DLC's launch.
- Many Items and Powerful Weapons that Enhance Gameplay: Outfit your survivor to survive this more deadly version of the world of Losomn by choosing from a host of new weapons and modifications, along with new items, like amulets and rings.
- New Bosses, Characters and Fearsome Creatures to Encounter: Mysterious threats and survivors, of unknown origin, emerge from the ocean depths and roam the streets bringing new challenges for all players.
For more on Remnant 2, check out IGN's comprehensive Remnant 2 guide hub.