Risen 2: Dark Waters
Developed by Piranha Bytes · Published by THQ Nordic
At a glance
Overview
A rpg game by Piranha Bytes, published by THQ Nordic — single-player.
Steam’s own one-line description: “Set several years after the end of Risen, raging titans have devastated the world and pushed humanity to the brink of existence. Subsequently, monstrous creatures have risen from the watery depths of the sea and their attacks have brought all seafaring to a grinding halt.” — developer/publisher text via the Steam store page.
Features & modes
Derived from the gameplay modes and feature categories Steam lists for Risen 2: Dark Waters.
| Feature | Supported |
|---|---|
| Single-player | Yes |
| Multiplayer | No |
| Co-op | No |
| Online co-op | No |
| PvP | No |
| Cross-platform multiplayer | No |
| Full controller support | No |
| Partial controller support | Yes |
| Steam Cloud saves | No |
| Steam Achievements | Yes |
System requirements (PC)
As published on the Steam store page. Requirements can change between updates.
Minimum
- OS *: Windows XP (with Servicepack 2)
- Processor: Dual Core with 2.1 GHz
- Memory: 2 GB System RAM
- Hard Disk Space: 5.5 GB
- Video Card: 512 MB Radeon 3870 / GeForce 8800 GTX
- DirectX®: 9.1c
- Sound: DirectX compatible soundcard
- Additional: Keyboard/mouse or gamepad required Internet Connection required for online activation
Recommended
- OS *: Windows XP (with Servicepack 3), Windows Vista (with Servicepack 1), Windows 7
- Processor: Dual Core with 3 GHz
- Memory: 4 GB System RAM
- Video Card: 1024 MB Radeon 4890 / GeForce GTX 260
Supported languages (8)
Risen 2: Dark Waters FAQ
Answered from the official Steam listing as of June 2026. Where something hasn't been announced, we say so rather than guess.
What kind of game is Risen 2: Dark Waters?
Steam classifies Risen 2: Dark Waters as a RPG game, developed by Piranha Bytes. Set several years after the end of Risen, raging titans have devastated the world and pushed humanity to the brink of existence. Subsequently, monstrous creatures have risen from the watery depths of the sea and their attacks have brought all seafaring to a grinding halt.
How much does Risen 2: Dark Waters cost?
As of June 2026, Steam lists Risen 2: Dark Waters at $2.49. Prices and regional pricing change — check the Steam page for the current figure.
Is Risen 2: Dark Waters single-player or multiplayer?
Steam lists these modes for Risen 2: Dark Waters: Single-player. It lists a single-player mode.
Is Risen 2: Dark Waters on PlayStation, Xbox, or Switch?
Our data comes from the Steam (PC) store, which lists Risen 2: Dark Waters for Windows. Console availability isn’t in our Steam-sourced data — check the official site or the console store.
Is Risen 2: Dark Waters out yet?
Yes — Steam lists a release date of Apr 26, 2012.
What platforms is Risen 2: Dark Waters on?
Risen 2: Dark Waters is listed for Windows on the Steam (PC) store. Console availability isn't covered by Steam's PC store data — check the official channels.
Is Risen 2: Dark Waters single-player or multiplayer?
Steam lists these modes: Single-player.
How much does Risen 2: Dark Waters cost?
Steam lists it at $2.49.
Does Risen 2: Dark Waters have achievements?
Yes — Steam lists 49 achievements for Risen 2: Dark Waters.
What is Risen 2: Dark Waters's Metacritic score?
Risen 2: Dark Waters has a Metacritic score of 69/100, per the Steam store listing.
Who made Risen 2: Dark Waters?
Risen 2: Dark Waters is developed by Piranha Bytes and published by THQ Nordic.
Where to get Risen 2: Dark Waters
We don't sell games or track prices — this links to the official Steam store page.
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