All Prismatic Shard Locations in Risk of Rain Returns
As a remaster of the 2013 classic, Risk of Rain Returns brings a host of new additions and upgrades to the roguelike adventure that will delight both returning players and newcomers alike.
While surviving Petrichor V is its own reward, the game also possesses some secrets that will give players extra incentive to hunt them down. One such example is the existence of Prismatic Skins, which adds another variant for the 15 Survivors in the game for players to use. For players hoping to complete the full collection, here’show to get and use Prismatic Shards in Risk of Rain Returns.
What are Prismatic Skins in Risk of Rain Returns?
Essentially, these allow you to play as a particular Survivor, albeit with a special visual look. While it brings no gameplay benefits, it can be a badge of honor just having the skin activated, especially when playing co-op both online and locally.
The most important thing to note is that before you embark on the journey to hunt down the Prismatic Shards for specific characters, is thatthe Survivor has to be unlocked already. Otherwise, the Prismatic Shard will not be able to be obtained.
Getting All Prismatic Shards & Skins in Risk of Rain Returns
Bandit – Tutorial Stage
To get back to the tutorial,head into Settings, Controls, and then choose the option to Replay Tutorial. Once in, headall the way to the left, climb down, and then head to the rightto find the Prismatic Shard.
Commando – Desolate Forest Variant 3
Navigate your way to thefar left edge of the map, and check the floor to find ablueish root. From there,climb all the way down, and eventually, there will be a small area where the Prismatic Shard can be found.
Artificer – Dried Lake Variant 3
On this map, find your way to thetop left areaof the area where thefishing skeletonis. Now,go to the left and climb down, thenhug the wallto fall off the platform and thenmove to the rightto land in the bottom area. Now, head right and whenever you are blocked by the wall,climb down or up and keep moving through the ground. At the end of the non-visible path will be the shard.
Loader – Sky Meadow Variant 2
Head to the location where theArtifact of Spiteis near the left side of the map.Destroy the blockin the large flat area and drop down to reach some platforms below.Jump across themto reach the area where the artifact is supposed to be andlocate a grey gatetowards the left. verify you have thehighest mobilitypossible, looping if needed, in order to make it up there to the shard.
Drifter – Ancient Valley Variant 2
In this variant, thebridge will beintact so players can make their way across. Between the two cliff faces is where you’ll need to be, so get some good mobility beforejumping out towards the middle platformsin the area.Get to the snowmanand the Prismatic Shard will be yours.
Acrid – Boar Beach, Ancient Valley Variant 2
From the previous location, head all the way to thetop leftwhere there will besome bushes. Hold up and it will transition you to Boar Beach. Upon arriving in the new area,go left and climb downthe root. Prepare yourself tojump across some underground platformsto the right to find the shard.
Huntress – Magma Barracks Variant 2
Near thebottom right cornerof the map will be a Lemurian statue, where the log entry can be found. From here,keep running to the rightand it will lead you to another small alcove with a statue.Jump upand find the shard.
Acrid – Final Stage
You will need akeycardin order to open up the area where theCabincan be found. Now, exit to the right andjump up the small pathwayon the top of the structure, where a log entry is. Move past that and to the left will be this Prismatic Shard.
Mercenary – Final Stage
From the previous location,go rightnow anddrop down the cliffwhilemoving towards the leftto reach an area where there are some dancing golems. Keep going left, gaining elevation when needed, andjump towards the platformsbelow to find this shard.
That’s everything to know abouthow to get and use Prismatic Shards in Risk of Rain Returns. Be sure to check out all of our other guides for the game for more help, such aswhat to do with the Strange Batteryor if there’scrossplay.
