The Abyss has cracked open once again, and this time it’s multiplayer. Veewo Games has officially launched Neon Abyss 2 into Early Access on Steam, bringing a frenetic blend of roguelike platforming, outrageous weapon systems, and four-player online co-op to the genre they helped define back in 2020.

Available now for $19.99, the sequel builds on the fast-twitch combat and vibrant synth-soaked aesthetic that made the original a sleeper hit. But while the first game made a name for itself through unpredictable synergies and procedurally generated mayhem, Neon Abyss 2 is looking to double down on everything—with friends, according to a press release.

Online multiplayer is the headline addition, allowing up to four players to dive in simultaneously. Co-op runs don’t just mean more guns on screen; players can split up to explore different rooms within the same map, stack synergistic builds in tandem, and push each other toward even more unhinged chaos. This isn’t just a second lap around the block—it’s a remix designed to push the game’s sandbox sensibility to its limit.

Combat has also evolved. Instead of locking players into traditional shooter archetypes, Neon Abyss 2 introduces a new weapon system that trades predictability for absurd flexibility. Want to run through the dungeon with a saber, a bat, or a carnivorous plant? You can do that. Prefer summoning dragon-like creatures or hatching pet monsters that evolve mid-run? That’s in here too. Everything is fluid, and almost nothing is static—especially not the way players interact with item drops.

Veewo’s synergy system returns with a vengeance, letting players stack random power-ups into unpredictable combinations. There’s no item cap, which means runs can spiral into pure mechanical absurdity in the best possible way. It’s the kind of roguelike that doesn’t just encourage experimentation—it actively dares you to break it.

Fans of the original will also recognize the return of Hatchmons, now more vibrant and customizable than ever. These companion creatures aren’t just cute distractions—they evolve as you play, becoming powerful assets that can alter the flow of a run. Collecting and combining them adds yet another layer of depth to a game that already thrives on variability.

The developers are emphasizing community involvement during the Early Access phase. With public demos and playtests already shaping the title’s development, Veewo plans to continue iterating based on player feedback. A full 1.0 launch—and eventual console ports—are still on the roadmap, but right now the focus is on making the PC version sing.

For now, Neon Abyss 2 is very much a game in motion, but the pieces are already in place. Co-op synergy stacking, chaotic loadouts, emergent meta—all wrapped in a pulsing neon haze. It’s not subtle, and it’s not trying to be. Like its predecessor, Neon Abyss 2 wants to explode—and Early Access is just the spark.