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- $14.99$29.99-50%
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- October 23, 2024
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How versus works
Local or online platform-fighter versus for up to four in 1v1, 2v2, or free-for-all battles. Players accumulate damage and launch rivals from the arena, using shields, ledges, grabs, throws, and character-specific Pummel, Ledge, and Getup Specials.
About this game
Rivals of Aether II is a platform fighter built for competitive play, pitting elemental characters against one another in fast, technical combat. This is a versus game through and through, where every match is about outmaneuvering your opponent with precise movement, creative combos, and stage control. Whether you're sparring with friends locally or testing your skills online, the focus is always on head-to-head competition.
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Combat revolves around fluid platforming, unique character abilities tied to elemental themes, and a skill ceiling that rewards practice. Each fighter has a distinct kit, encouraging you to learn matchups, read your opponent's habits, and adapt mid-match. The intensity comes from split-second decisions and the satisfaction of landing a perfectly timed punish.
You can jump into matches via online play or gather around a single screen for local versus sessions. The game supports both shared-screen and split-screen modes, plus Steam Remote Play Together for distance sparring. Sessions are quick, competitive, and built for the back-and-forth mind games that make platform fighters so replayable.
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Does Rivals of Aether II have a co-op story mode or campaign?
No, Rivals of Aether II is a competitive versus fighting game. It's built entirely around head-to-head battles where you face off against opponents rather than working together cooperatively. There's no co-op campaign or team-based cooperative modes.
Can I play locally with friends on the same screen?
Yes, the game supports local versus play with both shared-screen and split-screen modes. You can grab controllers and battle it out on the couch in traditional fighting game fashion.
Is online multiplayer available, and does it support Remote Play Together?
Yes, Rivals of Aether II features online multiplayer for competitive matches. It also supports Steam Remote Play Together, so you can play local-style versus matches with someone remotely over the internet.
What makes the combat different from other platform fighters?
Each fighter has unique abilities tied to elemental themes, and the combat emphasizes fluid platforming movement with a high skill ceiling. The focus is on precise execution, learning character matchups, and reading your opponent's patterns for well-timed punishes.