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Rivals of Aether II

PC (Microsoft Windows) • 2024

Should you play it?

Rivals of Aether II is the sequel to the hit indie fighting game, Rivals of Aether. Play as both new and returning elemental fighters in the next generation of platform fighters.

What works

  • Deep and expressive mechanics
  • Excellent netcode and online play
  • Consumer-friendly monetization with free characters
  • Responsive and polished gameplay
  • Active and communicative developer support

Things to keep in mind

  • Lack of comprehensive tutorials and single-player content
  • Steep learning curve for new players
  • Limited casual multiplayer modes
  • Some server and performance issues reported
  • Small player base affecting matchmaking

What to play next

Top picks

Games that feels the closest overall

  • Ultra Street Fighter® IV

  • Rushdown Revolt

  • Dota Underlords

  • Nitroplus Blasterz: Heroines Infinite Duel

  • Arcana Heart 3 LOVEMAX SIXSTARS!!!!!! XTEND

  • Iron Saga VS

More story-driven

Games that feels like Rivals of Aether II but with deeper narrative immersion

  • Honkai Impact 3rd

  • Pocket Bravery

  • DRAGON BALL XENOVERSE

  • Slap City

  • Nickelodeon All-Star Brawl 2

  • Skullgirls 2nd Encore

More social

Games that feels like Rivals of Aether II but with more teamwork and cooperation

  • Awesomenauts

  • Battlerite

  • Paladins®

  • Ms. Splosion Man

  • PWND

  • ONRAID

More dominating

Games that feels like Rivals of Aether II but with more domination over others

  • Brawlhalla

  • MARVEL vs. CAPCOM Fighting Collection: Arcade Classics

  • SAMURAI SHODOWN

  • Rivals of Aether

  • Power Rangers: Battle for the Grid

  • UNDER NIGHT IN-BIRTH II Sys:Celes

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Rivals of Aether II: Broadly representative of its motivational profile, with a few distinct shifts. Motivations that often define this kind of title include Competition, Status, Fellowship, Domination. It leans lower than usual among comparable games on Exploration, Cooperation, Relaxation.

Last update: 03/08/2026