The Risk of Rain series, now under Gearbox's ownership, has recently expanded with the release of the Seekers of the Storm expansion for Risk of Rain 2, which has unfortunately been met with negative reviews from players.

Released on August 27, 2023, Seekers of the Storm marks Gearbox Software's first DLC for Risk of Rain 2.

Hopoo Games, the original creators of the franchise, expressed a bittersweet sentiment regarding the new DLC, reflecting on their journey with the series.

Players are facing a variety of issues, including glitches, underpowered weapons, and slow health bar updates, which have disrupted gameplay.

Since its launch, only 43% of recent reviews for the DLC on Steam have been positive, underscoring widespread dissatisfaction with its performance.

As a temporary solution to some of the bugs, Gearbox developers have advised players to lock the game's frame rate at 60 FPS.

Despite the negative reception of the DLC, it has sparked a wave of memes within the gaming community, showcasing the resilience of player engagement.

Valve has seen a change in momentum in recent years, navigating through both successful and unsuccessful projects, which may influence their future endeavors.

Former Hopoo developer Jeffrey Hunt expressed disappointment over the alterations made to the game he helped create, highlighting the emotional impact of such changes.

In response to the backlash, Gearbox has committed to monitoring player feedback and addressing reported issues, emphasizing their accountability.

One significant concern among players has been the DLC's pricing, which has reportedly been double in certain regions, such as Brazil.

Amidst these challenges, Hopoo Games co-founders and team members are transitioning to Valve to work on new projects, signaling a significant shift for the studio.