3Akupara Games and Videocult have announced the highly anticipated release of Rain World: Downpour, the downloadable content (DLC) expansion for the popular game Rain World. The DLC, initially launched for PC in January, will now be available on the Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 4/5, and Xbox Series X/S starting July 11th. This expansion brings a wealth of new features and gameplay options to console players, further immersing them in the captivating and perilous world of Rain World.
Rain World, a unique and atmospheric game, thrusts players into the role of a nomadic slugcat. As a predator and prey in a decaying ecosystem, survival becomes the primary objective. Armed with only a spear, players must navigate through industrial wastelands, searching for sustenance while avoiding larger and hungrier creatures that see slugcats as a delectable meal.
The Downpour DLC introduces an array of exciting additions, expanding the gameplay experience for players. One of the standout features is the inclusion of hundreds of new maps spread across ten previously unexplored regions. These regions offer diverse environments, creatures, and weather anomalies, providing an immersive and captivating experience for players.
Moreover, the Downpour DLC introduces five new playable characters, each with their own unique abilities, skill sets, gameplay styles, and compelling storylines. Players can delve into the depths of Rain World and uncover the individual narratives of these characters, adding depth and variety to the overall gameplay.
For those seeking additional challenges, the Downpour DLC presents two new game modes. The first is the Challenge Mode, designed to test the players’ survival skills in pre-constructed arena scenarios. As they progress, the difficulty ramps up, requiring adaptability and resourcefulness to overcome increasingly formidable challenges.
The second game mode, Safari Mode, offers players a fresh perspective on Rain World’s ecosystem. In this mode, players can revisit previously explored areas but this time as an observer, controlling and playing as other creatures within the game. This unique feature allows players to influence the environment and gain a deeper understanding of the game’s intricate dynamics.
Rain World: Downpour also includes a Jolly Co-Op mode, where up to four local players can join forces to explore and survive the base-game campaigns together. This cooperative multiplayer option adds a social aspect to the game, allowing friends to face the treacherous world of Rain World as a team, overcoming challenges through teamwork and camaraderie.
Lastly, the DLC introduces Expedition Mode, a Rain World randomizer that drops players into various locations with challenging tasks to complete. This mode pushes players to their limits, testing their skills and strategic thinking as they navigate some of the game’s most demanding obstacles.
3Akupara Games and Videocult have created a comprehensive DLC expansion for Rain World that offers console players an enriched and immersive gameplay experience. With its extensive new maps, intriguing characters, challenging game modes, and cooperative multiplayer option, Rain World: Downpour provides a fresh and captivating journey through the harsh and unforgiving Rain World ecosystem.
Rain World: Downpour DLC is now available for wishlist on the Nintendo Switch, PlayStation, and Xbox platforms. Players can look forward to embarking on this thrilling adventure when the DLC launches on July 11th. Prepare to face the challenges, survive the treacherous world, and unravel the secrets of Rain World’s Downpour expansion.
Platforms: Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, Microsoft Windows
