Remnant: From the Ashes - Swamps of Corsus Review Summary

A replayable roguelike survival mode, new bosses, and the standout Iskal Queen fight add fun, but the DLC offers little new content and feels overpriced.

Survival mode adds replay value: Survival mode is widely praised as a strong addition that adds significant replayability and forces players to adapt to what they have. Many describe it as something that was truly missing from the game.

Survival mode is fun: A substantial number of players find Survival mode fun and enjoyable for several hours after release. It is consistently described as a good and entertaining addition.

DLC adds new content: The DLC is frequently noted for adding new content such as items and dungeons, and is considered more lively than the main game. It delivers what it promises.

Iskal Queen boss fight: The Iskal Queen boss fight is included and is considered great and amazingly well done. For many, it is the highlight of the DLC and possibly the favorite boss fight in the entire game.

New enemies and bosses: The DLC introduces new enemies that are interesting and keep players on their toes. The new boss fights are impressive and use interesting mechanics.

DLC adds little value: The DLC is criticized for adding minimal content, such as a few achievements and items, without expanding the story or enhancing the experience. It is often described as disappointing and weak.

Overpriced for content: Many reviewers feel the game or DLC is not worth the asking price due to limited content. They describe it as underwhelming and lacking sufficient value.

Survival mode repetitive and shallow: Survival mode becomes dull after a few runs, repeating the same enemies and bosses with only stat increases. It lacks depth and appeal.

Corsus content locked to Adventure: New Corsus content is only available in Adventure mode, not the main campaign, which frustrates players. Some feel it should have been integrated into the base game.

DLC feels like cut content: Many believe the DLC should have been part of the base game or a free update. It feels like content that was removed and sold separately.

Roguelike survival mode: The Survival mode is a roguelike experience where players start with basic gear, run portals, collect loot, and restart upon death. This adds significant replayability.

New bosses added: The DLC introduces several new bosses, including Barbed Terror, Dream Eater, and Iskal Queen. There are also new boss fights and a mode to refight familiar bosses.

Survival mode included: The DLC adds a Survival mode, which is a major new feature. It includes achievements and account-wide items to unlock.

New weapons and gear: The DLC adds new weapons, mods, rings, armor sets, and accessories. This expands player customization and combat options.

New area and dungeons: The DLC adds new locations, dungeons, and items to the game world. It also includes achievements and equipment.

Severe performance issues and lag: Players experience severe lag and general performance problems. One specific example is The Butcher running at only 25 fps in full screen mode.

Mixed reports on bug presence: Some players report that the new mode is not bugged and works fine, while others note that bugs were not present in the beta. The game is also described as barely having bugs that don't overshadow the experience.

Survival mode has game-breaking bugs: Players report that survival mode contains bugs that severely hinder gameplay, including dying while walking and getting stuck in the ground. Some consider these issues game-breaking.

Crashes and freezes during gameplay: The game crashes during survival mode and freezes when equipping items, sometimes accompanied by Steam client crashes. These stability issues disrupt the experience.

Right-click gun draw bug persists: Right-clicking to pull out the gun frequently fails to register, resulting in an unintended melee attack. This bug has existed since the original release and has reportedly worsened.

Wait for a sale: Many reviewers advise against paying full price and suggest buying only on discount. This is the most common recommendation across multiple clusters.

Recommended for base game fans: Reviewers agree the DLC is worth buying if you enjoyed the base game and want more content. It appeals to those who already like the core experience.

Buy Subject 2923 instead: Several reviewers consider the other DLC (Subject 2923) superior and recommend it over this one. Some say to skip this DLC unless bundled with Subject 2923.

Good for hardcore fans: The DLC is recommended for dedicated fans and experienced players who want more challenging content. Casual players may not find it appealing.

Worth it on sale: Reviewers agree the DLC is worth the money when discounted, often citing a price under $5. It offers good value at a reduced price.

Community fair range: $20.00 - $30.00.

Game completion: 2.0h.

Session length: 2.0h.

Endgame: 10.0h.

The DLC mostly fails to click: players report repetitive Corsus content, excessive RNG and rerolling, and little progression, with praise limited to new bosses, mods, and weapons. No clear moment or duration is linked to enjoyment beginning.

Friction: Excessive RNG and repeated rerolling; Repetitive same enemies and environments; Very little new content or character progression; Grindy farming compared with the base game; Unclear event trigger conditions; DLC ownership restriction blocks non-owners from joining a purchased host.

Co-op Devotee: Teams up online with two or more players for campaign, adventure, and endgame content, sometimes mixing solo and co-op. Motivation: To share the game with friends or family in co-op sessions and extend the endgame multiplayer experience. Stance: sale.

Hardcore Roguelike Challenger: Repeatedly starts Survival Mode from scratch, adapts to random gear, and pushes difficult bosses alone or with confident co-op partners. Motivation: To prove personal skill and enjoy repeatable roguelike challenge through randomized Survival Mode runs. Stance: buy.

Time-Pressed Solo Player: Plays mostly single-player, needs pause and save support, and avoids modes built around repeated randomized grinding. Motivation: To enjoy the game in limited, interruption-prone sessions without losing progress or enduring excessive RNG grind. Stance: no buy.

Monetization: The reviewed feedback focuses on the price and perceived value of the Swamps of Corsus DLC. Negative comments concern DLC content, pricing, and packaging, which are traditional expansion complaints rather than evidence of in-game microtransactions. Reviews explicitly state that there is no cash shop and that cosmetics are earned in game without real money. There is no evidence of paid gacha, loot boxes, pay-to-win, boosters, or aggressive FOMO monetization.

External guides: The feedback centers on obscure secrets, hidden mechanics, random-chance discovery, and collectible hunting that push players to use Wikis, Steam guides, Baidu, or QQ groups. There is no primary complaint about farming resources, drop rates, inventory management, crafting, navigation, or bugs. The dominant issue is instructional data dependency: players need external help to learn systems and find content.

DLC Lacks New Content: Many players feel the DLC offers very little new content for its price, with some comparing it to a free update. It does not add significant story or make the game more appealing.

Paid DLC Pricing Concerns: The DLC is a paid addition to the base game, priced around €9.99, and many consider it too expensive for what it offers. Some negative reviews specifically relate to the price when bought separately.

Survival Mode Main Addition: Survival mode is highlighted as the primary new feature, but some feel it is side content and that other additions are not obvious. It requires a single-sitting experience and doesn't feel right being in this DLC.

Unfavorable Comparison To Subject: The DLC is often compared unfavorably to the Subject 2923 DLC, with players saying it is far weaker. It is considered the worst of the two DLCs for Remnant and not recommended by some.

Good Value For Some: Some players find the DLC offers a lot of content for a small price, and it is priced appropriately for what it includes. It is also frequently on sale, making it more affordable.