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Steam app 2217000 · updated 11 Sep 2026, 05:36 UTC

Rivals of Aether II

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.

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Game information

Updated 11 Sep 2026, 05:36 UTC
App ID
2217000
Product type
Game
Developer
Aether Studios
Publisher
Aether Studios, offbrand games
Release date
Oct 23, 2024
Release status
Released
Early Access
Platforms
Windows
Genres
Action, Indie
Game modes
Multi-player, PvP, Online PvP, Shared/Split Screen PvP, Shared/Split Screen
Controller support
Full
Declared DRM
Third-party account
Aether Account (Supports Linking to Steam Account)
Achievements
75
Steam Deck
Verified
Metacritic

Features & support

Steam features

Steam AchievementsIn-App PurchasesRemote Play TogetherFamily Sharing

Controllers & input

Full controller supportGamepad Recommended

Accessibility

Popular tags

FightingMultiplayer2D FighterIndieLocal MultiplayerAction4 Player LocalFantasyCombat2.5DPvPCo-op2D PlatformerControllerPlatformerCompetitiveFast-PacedColorful2DMod
About this gameFull description from Steam
Rivals of Aether II is the next generation of platform fighters and multiplayer brawlers. This sequel to the hit indie fighting game Rivals of Aether is expanded and upgraded with 3D visuals, new mechanics, improved online support, and more! The Aether Universe is a world where warring civilizations summon the power of Fire, Water, Air, and Earth - and powerful Rivals harness those powers to clobber each other! Rivals of Aether II continues the franchise’s iconic focus on competitive depth, accessible gameplay, and unforgettable characters. Whether you’re a competitive master of the genre or a newcomer looking to have fun, Rivals of Aether II delivers a fast-paced and flashy brawler experience that you won’t forget. Rivals of Aether II features an exciting base roster of new and returning characters - with post-launch plans to add additional playable characters to the game for free! Each of these playable Rivals have an expansive moveset featuring new mechanics and special moves that are not only an upgrade over the original game, but new to the platform fighter genre as a whole. Shields, ledges, grabs and throws add new layers to the frenetic flow of combat in Rivals of Aether II. On top of that, the Pummel Special, Ledge Special, and Getup Special provide unique combat options that push the genre forward in exciting new ways.
Content & age ratings2 regional ratings

Regional ratings

DEJUS14Violência
IGRS13Kekerasan · Interaksi Daring
System requirementsMinimum and recommended hardware

Minimum

Minimum: Requires a 64-bit processor and operating system OS: Window 10+ 64 Bit Processor: 3.0 GHz Dual core Memory: 8 GB RAM Graphics: NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1060, AMD Radeon RX 470, or better DirectX: Version 11 Network: Broadband Internet connection Storage: 20 GB available space

Recommended

Recommended: Requires a 64-bit processor and operating system OS: Window 10+ 64 Bit Processor: 3.5+ GHz Quad core Memory: 16 GB RAM Graphics: NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1060, AMD Radeon RX 470, or better DirectX: Version 11 Network: Broadband Internet connection Storage: 20 GB available space

macOS

Minimum: Recommended:

Linux

Minimum: Recommended:
Supported languages7 languages
LanguageFull audio
English
French
German
Spanish - Spain
Japanese
Portuguese - Brazil
Spanish - Latin America

A blank audio cell means full audio was not marked in the returned language list.

Screenshots & trailersScreenshots and trailers

Trailers

AchievementsTotal count and selected achievements

75 achievements in total.

Show selected achievements (may contain spoilers)
The Fire's RoarAchievement
The Poisonous PacifistAchievement
The Wind's FuryAchievement
Earth's BastionAchievement
The Sylvan WatcherAchievement
Hero of JulesvaleAchievement
The Flame's SalvationAchievement
The Molten EmperorAchievement
The Puddle JumperAchievement
The Exiled FlameAchievement

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