Aether StudiosLet's talk about launch features in Rivals II! Join studio lead Dan Fornace for the first video in our three part Deep Dive series. Make sure to tune in next week for parts 2 and 3, as well as an open Q&A where we answer all of your burning questions.
Support the game by wishlisting Rivals of Aether II on steam at rivals2.com/wishlist
Rivals of Aether II Deep Dive: Launch FeaturesAether Studios2024-10-03 | Let's talk about launch features in Rivals II! Join studio lead Dan Fornace for the first video in our three part Deep Dive series. Make sure to tune in next week for parts 2 and 3, as well as an open Q&A where we answer all of your burning questions.
Support the game by wishlisting Rivals of Aether II on steam at rivals2.com/wishlistArrow of Triumph (R2 ver.) - by RESOFORCE (From Rivals of Aether II)Aether Studios2024-10-19 | Immerse yourself in the sounds of Julesvale with Arrow of Triumph (R2 ver.) - from Rivals of Aether II.
Rivals of Aether II launches in FIVE DAYS on Steam!Rivals of Aether II Deep Dive: Roadmap & The FutureAether Studios2024-10-17 | Let's talk about the future of Rivals II! Join studio lead Dan Fornace for the third video in our three part Deep Dive series.
Support the game by wishlisting Rivals of Aether II on steam at rivals2.com/wishlistJoy of the Ocean - by RESOFORCE (From Rivals of Aether II)Aether Studios2024-10-17 | HEADPHONES ON for a Rivals of Aether II soundtrack preview - it's Joy of the Ocean by RESOFORCE 🎵
Rivals of Aether II launches next week - who's ready to throw down at Merchant Port?Moveset Spotlight 126 - Forsburns SmokeAether Studios2024-10-14 | Forsburn's Smoke can be spread in a number of ways - hiding him from opponents, allowing a safer recovery, and giving him new moves if he absorbs 3 clouds with Down Special.
The Exiled Flame is playable for the first time in 20 minutes during our open Next Fest Demo!
An early look at some in-development character moves for Rivals 2 - coming 2024. Wishlist today at rivals2.com/wishlist #shorts #indiegame #behindthescenesRivals II Deep Dive Q&AAether Studios2024-10-10 | Join us for a Q&A as we answer player submitted questions after our Deep Dive video premier.Rivals of Aether II Deep Dive: Currencies and CosmeticsAether Studios2024-10-10 | Let's talk about currencies and cosmetics in Rivals II! Join studio lead Dan Fornace for the second video in our three part Deep Dive series. We'll be holding a live Q&A immediately afterwards on YouTube and Twitch.
Support the game by wishlisting Rivals of Aether II on steam at rivals2.com/wishlistMoveset Spotlight 125 - Loxodonts Back AirAether Studios2024-10-07 | Loxodont's Back Air is a quick and powerful attack, perfect for finishing off opponents! Swing the axe to clean up stocks, send foes offstage, or to put your enemies on the back foot at low percent.
An early look at some in-development character moves for Rivals 2 - coming 2024. Wishlist today at rivals2.com/wishlist #shorts #indiegame #behindthescenesMoveset Spotlight 124 - Maypuls Down StrongAether Studios2024-09-30 | Maypul's Down Strong is a powerful, sweeping vine whip that is perfect for finishing stocks. Use this quick strong attack to catch landings, wrap opponents, and send enemies offstage!
An early look at some in-development character moves for Rivals 2 - coming 2024. Wishlist today at rivals2.com/wishlist #shorts #indiegame #behindthescenesMoveset Spotlight 123 - Orcanes Forward StrongAether Studios2024-09-23 | Orcane's Forward Strong uses a burst of water to send opponents flying! This move can be great for securing stocks and can be empowered by absorbing a puddle off of the ground.
An early look at some in-development character moves for Rivals 2 - coming 2024. Wishlist today at rivals2.com/wishlist #shorts #indiegame #behindthescenesRivals of Aether II | Official Release Date TrailerAether Studios2024-09-18 | Rivals of Aether II launches on Steam October 23rd! The official release date is finally revealed. Wishlist Rivals II today and get ready for launch here: store.steampowered.com/app/2217000/Rivals_2
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Rivals 2 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!
Every Character Will Be Free: On top of a launch roster of 10 iconic Rivals, all future characters will be added to the game for free and customizable with an expanding library of awesome cosmetics.
Clobber Friends And Foes: Duke it out against CPUs, embarrass your friends locally, or hop online with reliable rollback netcode - all in either 1v1, 2v2, or Free-for-All battles.
Easy To Play, Fun To Master: Customizable controls and expansive, genre-original gameplay mechanics make this a multiplayer brawler that anyone can enjoy
The Aether Adventure Continues: In post-launch updates, experience an engaging and living world full of special event updates, new characters, additional modes, and exciting customizations and lore.Moveset Spotlight 122 - Clairens Up StrongAether Studios2024-09-16 | Clairen's Up Strong is a potent tool that is great for ending stocks and chasing opponents with a DACUS. Use this move to follow up from weak launchers, or catch enemies trying to land!
An early look at some in-development character moves for Rivals 2 - coming 2024. Wishlist today at rivals2.com/wishlist #shorts #indiegame #behindthescenesRiptide 2024 | Rivals 2 HighlightsAether Studios2024-09-11 | Highlights from Rivals 2 at Riptide 2024. This special pre-release event broke records as as our most stacked event yet capped at 256 entrants! Highlights edited, compiled, and generously provided by LilFox15. Full bracket (spoilers) here: start.gg/tournament/riptide-2024-5/event/rivals-2-singlesMoveset Monday 121 - Loxodonts Neutral AirAether Studios2024-09-09 | Loxodont's Neutral Air covers him on both sides with a whirling axe strike. Hit with it twice for a built in combo, or cancel after the first hit to mix things up. #indiegame #rivalsofaether #rivals2Moveset Spotlight 119 - Clairens Down TiltAether Studios2024-08-26 | Clairen's Down Tilt is a low, disjointed poke that can keep enemies at a distance! Use this move to push opponents away, set up for edgeguards, or safely punish them for recovering above the ledge.
An early look at some in-development character moves for Rivals 2 - coming 2024. Wishlist today at rivals2.com/wishlist #shorts #indiegame #behindthescenesMoveset Spotlight 118 - Loxodonts Down TiltAether Studios2024-08-19 | Loxodont's Down Tilt is a violent stomp that leaves a magma puddle behind. Opponents struck by the sweetspot will get spiked, while those hit by the sourspot will get launched into the air. Try combining this move with his Neutral Special rock as a creative outlet for your aggression!
An early look at some in-development character moves for Rivals 2 - coming 2024. Wishlist today at rivals2.com/wishlist #shorts #indiegame #behindthescenesDev Ticket Tournament - AugustAether Studios2024-08-17 | Dev Ticket Tournament - AugustMoveeset Spotlight 117 - Orcanes Down TiltAether Studios2024-08-12 | Orcane's Down Tilt is a quick move with low recovery that is great for combos! This attack has a sweetspot that will pop opponents into the air, and a weak hit towards the end of his tail that will push them away.
An early look at some in-development character moves for Rivals 2 - coming 2024. Wishlist today at rivals2.com/wishlist #shorts #indiegame #behindthescenesMoveset Spotlight 116 - Maypuls Forward AirAether Studios2024-08-05 | Maypul's Forward Air is an angled spike that can be great for dunking opponents offstage or bringing foes back to the stage for tech chases. Look to send enemies into Lily for some advanced set-play!
An early look at some in-development character moves for Rivals 2 - coming 2024. Wishlist today at rivals2.com/wishlist #shorts #indiegame #behindthescenesMoveset Spotlight 115 - Clairens Dash AttackAether Studios2024-07-29 | Clairen's Dash Attack has her leap through the air and swipe at her enemies. This attack's tipper can be a powerful combo tool, while her weak hit sends opponents further away.
An early look at some in-development character moves for Rivals 2 - coming 2024. Wishlist today at rivals2.com/wishlist #shorts #indiegame #behindthescenesMoveset Spotlight 114 - Orcanes Down StrongAether Studios2024-07-22 | Orcane's Down Strong is a quick blast of water from his feet! This strong attack's speed is perfect for tech chasing and catching opponents off-guard. Combine it with a puddle to reach new heights!
An early look at some in-development character moves for Rivals 2 - coming 2024. Wishlist today at rivals2.com/wishlist #shorts #indiegame #behindthescenesRivals 2 Orcane Moveset BreakdownAether Studios2024-07-20 | Orcane returns to Rivals 2. Originally shown live on the #evo2024 main stage, here's the deep dive into his moveset narrated by Studio Lead, Dan Fornace.
Learn more and support the game at: rivals2.com/wishlist Music by RESOFORCE: resoforce.bandcamp.comRivals 2 Orcane Character Reveal TrailerAether Studios2024-07-20 | Orcane is back for Rivals 2! The Puddle Jumper returns as the 9th Rival (out of ten) slated for our launch roster. Revealed live on the #evo2024 main stage. Learn more and show your support for the game at rivals2.com/wishlist #rivalsofaether #rivals2 #indiegameMoveset Spotlight 113 - Zetterburns PummelsAether Studios2024-07-15 | Zetterburn's Pummels force opponents to guess whether or not he will strike them for extra damage, or light them on fire. His special pummel can set up K.O.s directly out of throws, while landing either pummel will reward him with a re-grab opportunity.
An early look at some in-development character moves for Rivals 2 - coming 2024. Wishlist today at rivals2.com/wishlist #shorts #indiegame #behindthescenesJuly Dev Ticket TournamentAether Studios2024-07-12 | Inhouse and dev ticket backers tournament that we hold monthly! Streamed for your entertainment and as a good place to do game Q&A.Chatting Workshop Contest + More HighlightsAether Studios2024-07-11 | There were so many incredible entries in the Workshop contest that we can't resist gushing about it some more. Join Giik, SBS, and Etalus for a casual dev stream where we highlight more great characters and chat about the contest.Moveset Spotlight 112 - Wrastors Getup SpecialAether Studios2024-07-08 | Wrastor's Getup Special is a tricky option after a missed tech. Enemies will have to account for multiple timings as Getup Special can be tapped or held for longer windows. If your opponent is getting greedy, you can time your move and use invulnerability frames to beat their attacks.
An early look at some in-development character moves for Rivals 2 - coming 2024. Wishlist today at rivals2.com/wishlist #shorts #indiegame #behindthescenesRivals Workshop Contest: Winner Revealed!Aether Studios2024-07-03 | Last year we kicked off a contest for players to create their own original characters for the Rivals 1 Workshop, with the winner being chosen to eventually become a full-fledged character in Rivals 2. Today, on the one year anniversary of the contest, we're revealing the winner and 4 runner-ups!
We were incredibly impressed with the over 80 submissions we received featuring creators' own fun and well-thought-out characters. We could clearly see the love that went into them and want to thank everyone who entered. Make sure to try them yourself by downloading them for free on Steam: steamcommunity.com/workshop/browse/?appid=383980Moveset Spotlight 111 - Fleets Down StrongAether Studios2024-07-01 | Fleet's Down Strong fires a wind arrow directly at the ground in front of her, causing a strong initial hit to have a weaker lingering hitbox that can be great for covering techs. Keep your opponents offstage and finish them off with this powerful strike!
An early look at some in-development character moves for Rivals 2 - coming 2024. Wishlist today at rivals2.com/wishlist #shorts #indiegame #behindthescenesMoveset Spotlight 110 - Loxodonts Down AirAether Studios2024-06-24 | Loxodont's Down Air is a powerful stomp that can snuff out the flame of his enemies! Use this move to punish crouch cancels, send opponents back to stage for tech chases, or finish off foes in the blastzone.
An early look at some in-development character moves for Rivals 2 - coming 2024. Wishlist today at rivals2.com/wishlist #shorts #indiegame #behindthescenesMoveset Spotlight 109 - Kraggs Up StrongAether Studios2024-06-17 | Kragg's Up Strong is a large sweeping move that can cover landings and be a devastating finisher if your opponent doesn't have perfect DI. Use this move to keep enemies on their toes and launch your foes to another plane of existence!
An early look at some in-development character moves for Rivals 2 - coming 2024. Wishlist today at rivals2.com/wishlist #shorts #indiegame #behindthescenesMoveset Spotlight 108 - Clairens Down AirAether Studios2024-06-10 | Clairen's Down Air is a versatile move that allows her to take advantage of any hitbox. Space your attack in a variety of ways for combos, stage carries, or to send your foes to the depths!
An early look at some in-development character moves for Rivals 2 - coming 2024. Wishlist today at rivals2.com/wishlist #shorts #indiegame #behindthescenesMoveset Spotlight 107 - Maypuls Forward StrongAether Studios2024-06-03 | Maypul's Forward Strong has far range and incredible kill potential. Landing a hit while your opponent is marked will wrap them, letting you extend the punish further or to finish them off!
An early look at some in-development character moves for Rivals 2 - coming 2024. Wishlist today at rivals2.com/wishlist #shorts #indiegame #behindthesceneDev Ticket Tournament - AprilAether Studios2024-05-30 | Dev Ticket Tournament - AprilDev Ticket Tournament - MayAether Studios2024-05-30 | Dev Ticket Tournament - MayMoveset Spotlight 106 - Fleets Forward SpecialAether Studios2024-05-27 | Fleet's Forward Special is a single shot that can be angled up or down with a delayed tornado projectile that follows its path. Use this move to tech chase, ledge trap, or control space and trap your opponents by covering their escape options!
An early look at some in-development character moves for Rivals 2 - coming 2024. Wishlist today at rivals2.com/wishlist #shorts #indiegame #behindthescenesMoveset Spotlight 105 - Zetterburns Down SpecialAether Studios2024-05-20 | Zetterburn's Down special is a fiery dive that explodes on impact with the surface and can be used in different ways to defeat your foes. Pressing dodge will perform a flip with less endlag that can be canceled with a walljump, while burning the full duration of the standard variant will let you get your double jump back! An early look at some in-development character moves for Rivals 2 - coming 2024. Wishlist today at rivals2.com/wishlist #shorts #indiegame #behindthescenesMoveset Spotlight 104 - Loxodonts Up AirAether Studios2024-05-13 | Loxodont's Up Air is a mighty swing that starts behind his head! This attack is stronger at the beginning of the swing and has a sweetspot on the blade, allowing players to aim for specific hitboxes as they carry their foes to their demise.
An early look at some in-development character moves for Rivals 2 - coming 2024. Wishlist today at rivals2.com/wishlist #shorts #indiegame #behindthescenesMoveset Spotlight 103 - Clairens Up AirAether Studios2024-05-06 | Clairen's Up Air is a disjointed sweep above her head that is perfect for mid to high percent combos and as a finisher once her opponents are launched. Master the spacing and choose the right hitbox for the job.
An early look at some in-development character moves for Rivals 2 - coming 2024. Wishlist today at rivals2.com/wishlist #shorts #indiegame #behindthescenesMoveset Spotlight 102 - Maypuls Up AirAether Studios2024-04-29 | Maypul's Up Air is full of surprises! Her helicopter-like attack helps her gain extra height after a jump and can be fantastic for juggles, combos, and recoveries alike. If her opponent is marked, using Tether after an Up Air can extend punishes all the way to the top blast zone!
An early look at some in-development character moves for Rivals 2 - coming 2024. Wishlist today at rivals2.com/wishlist #shorts #indiegame #behindthescenesMoveset Spotlight 101 - Fleets Up AirAether Studios2024-04-22 | Fleet's Up Air is a sweeping attack that has a powerful sweetspot at the start of the move. Up Air is great at juggling and launching opponents; but, a well spaced Up Air can combo into pretty much anything you want!
An early look at some in-development character moves for Rivals 2 - coming 2024. Wishlist today at rivals2.com/wishlist #shorts #indiegame #behindthescenesMoveset Spotlight 100 - Loxodonts Dash AttackAether Studios2024-04-15 | Loxdont's Dash Attack is a great burst option that can help him extend punishes, catch landings, or even cancel into an Up Strong! Use Dash Attack on a lava pool to throw magma at opponents and extend the active frames with a weak hitbox.
An early look at some in-development character moves for Rivals 2 - coming 2024. Wishlist today at rivals2.com/wishlist #shorts #indiegame #behindthescenesMoveset Spotlight 99 - Clairens Up TiltAether Studios2024-04-08 | Clairen's Up Tilt is the perfect move to keep opponents at sword length. Use it to anti-air enemies, keep a juggle going, or set up for a deadly finisher with either the tipper or non-tipper.
An early look at some in-development character moves for Rivals 2 - coming 2024. Wishlist today at rivals2.com/wishlist #shorts #indiegame #behindthescenesLoxodont Moveset Breakdown and Q&AAether Studios2024-04-04 | Dan, Trevor, and George show off some more of Loxodont's design from concept to completion.Chef Loxodont - An April 1st Skin RevealAether Studios2024-04-04 | While there was no Direct this year, we still cooked a little something for you. Presenting the almighty Chef Loxodont skin coming to Rivals 2 later this year. aetherstudios.com/news/what-are-the-devs-cookingChef Loxodont - April 1st Skin RevealAether Studios2024-04-03 | While there was no Direct this year, we still cooked a little something for you. Presenting the almighty Chef Loxodont skin coming to Rivals 2 later this year.what are the devs cooking?Aether Studios2024-04-01 | what are we cooking?Moveset Spotlight 98 - Kraggs Forward StrongAether Studios2024-04-01 | Kragg's Forward Strong is one of the most powerful moves in the game. Throw your weight around and finish off your enemies, break shields, and strike fear into their hearts.
An early look at some in-development character moves for Rivals 2 - coming 2024. Wishlist today at rivals2.com/wishlist #shorts #indiegame #behindthescenesMoveset Spotlight 97 - Fleets Up TiltAether Studios2024-03-25 | Fleet's Up Tilt is a disjointed multi-hit move, perfect for juggles and beating out landing options from opponents. Use it to keep your enemies at a healthy distance, then finish them off with your arrows!
An early look at some in-development character moves for Rivals 2 - coming 2024. Wishlist today at rivals2.com/wishlist #shorts #indiegame #behindthescenesLoxodont Moveset Breakdown and Q&AAether Studios2024-03-21 | Dan, Trevor, and George show off some more of Loxodont's design from concept to completion.