Risk of Rain Returns: All Environment Logs [Locations Guide]

Discover hidden secrets and challenges in each area as you unlock the strategically placed environment logs in Risk of Rain Returns.

Discovering Environment Logs in Risk of Rain Returns can be an exhilarating experience. These items, strategically placed across Risk of Rain Returns, provide an in-depth look at the stage map. Unveiling the location of these logs might initially pose a challenge due to their concealed or challenging placements. However, rest assured, as unraveling the mystery and obtaining these logs is a task that only demands a bit of extra consideration.

Key Takeaways
  • Environment Logs serve as more than collectibles; they are valuable tools to uncover hidden lore and view the complete map.
  • Risk of Rain Returns features a total of 56 Environment Logs scattered across diverse environments, providing players with a comprehensive exploration challenge.
  • Strategic exploration is key: Look for concealed paths, hidden vines, and interesting walls to find these logs.
  • Certain logs may require specific items or skills, but with experimentation, they are never entirely out of reach.
  • To access logs in Risk of Rain Returns, players can navigate to the main menu, select Logs and Unlockables, and then choose the environment of interest.

Desolate Forest

Risk of Rain Returns Environment Logs - Desolate Forest
Environment Logs – Desolate Forest (screen captured by me)

Following is a table detailing all the environment logs in the Desolate Forest area:

Environment Log Number Location Description
1 A ladder in the middle of the map leads to a walk-through wall.
2 Easily accessible at the map’s center, there’s a walk-through wall next to a geyser. A straightforward jump will take you there.
3 Located at the bottom right, close to a ladder and geyser, a walk-through wall leads to the log positioned at the far right bottom of the map.
4 In the bottom far left corner, a ladder provides access to a walk-through wall.
5 Positioned at the map’s center, hug the wall to enter a walk-through wall easily.
6 On the far left side of the map, reach it by hugging the wall, leading to a walk-through wall.

Dried Lake

Risk of Rain Returns Environment Logs - Dried Lake
Dried Lake in Risk of Rain Returns (screen grab by me)

Following is a table detailing all the environment logs in the Dried Lake area:

Environment Log Number Location Description
1 Positioned at the far right of the map, a walk-through wall is present, requiring some mobility to access.
2 Located at the left of the map, adjacent to a bridge. You’ll need mobility to reach the ledge containing the log.
3 Situated at the right of the map, the log demands mobility skills or items for access.
4 In the bottom center, behind a walk-through wall that can be reached by hugging the wall and falling.
5 At the map’s center, a ladder leads to a walk-through wall. Visit the area to find the log.
6 At the bottom far right of the map, two ladders provide access to walk-through walls.

Sky Meadow

Risk of Rain Returns Environment Logs - Sky Meadow
Environment Logs – Sky Meadow (screenshot captured by me)

Presented below is a table outlining the location details of environment logs within the Sky Meadow area:

Environment Log Number Location Description
1 Found on the right side of the map, accessible from the lower opening. Requires a few additional jumps to reach.
2 Positioned at the top center of the map, clearly visible but demands mobility for access.
3 Located at the map’s center, reachable via a ladder and a walk-through wall.
4 Situated in the top-left corner of the map, accessible by using a ladder.
5 Located at the far right of the map, concealed within a cavern accessible through a walk-through wall and ladder. Mobility is crucial for reaching the ledge.
6 Positioned at the far right and center of the map; essential mobility skills/items are required. Alternatively, you can jump off higher ledges to reach if your mobility is insufficient.

Damp Caverns

Risk of Rain Returns Environment Logs - Damp Caverns
Damp Cavers in Risk of Rain Returns (image by me)

Here is a table with the details for environment logs in the Damp Caverns area:

Environment Log Number Location Description
1 Positioned at the map’s center, accessible with mobility.
2 Located at the top right of the map, reaching it involves hugging the wall while falling to access a walk-through wall.
3 Situated at the top right of the map, reachable by ascending a ladder leading into a walk-through wall.
4 In the bottom left of the map, accessible with mobility, in conjunction with a geyser.
5 Found at the top right of the map, reachable either through a walk-through wall using a mobility item/skill or a high jump requiring more mobility.
6 At the far left of the map, a ladder can be reached, but some mobility is necessary. An alternative method without items is to utilize Loader’s Hydraulic Gauntlet skill at the green circle to access the ladder.

Ancient Valley

Risk of Rain Returns Environment Logs - Ancient Valley
Environment Logs – Ancient Valley (screen grab by me)

Following is a table detailing all the environment logs in the Ancient Valley area:

Environment Log Number Location Description
1 Found at the bottom right corner of the map, accessible through a walk-through wall.
2 Positioned at the far right side of the map, reachable via a walk-through wall.
3 Located at the far right side of the map, reachable through a walk-through wall and a fall inside the mountain. Descend on the right side of the hole, then jump over to grab the log.
4 At the center of the map, around the bottom, a walk-through wall contains the log. Requires either a mobility skill or item to reach.
5 Situated at the middle of the map, on the bottom right edge of the mountain in the middle of the stage. The log can only be reached from the far right side of the map with numerous extra jumps and movement speed, or from below with even more extra jumps.
6 At the far right bottom of the map, there’s a walk-through wall that can be reached either by mobility or jumping off the ladder.

Sunken Tombs

Sunken Tombs
Sunken Tombs in Risk of Rain Returns (screen captured by me)

Following is a table detailing all the environment logs in the Sunken Tombs area:

Environment Log Number Location Description
1 Positioned at the top right corner of the map, accessible from below. Requires a couple of extra jumps to reach.
2 Found at the bottom left corner of the map, reachable by falling into the pit and then jumping back up towards the log. Additional jumps are needed for access.
3 Right at the center of the map, hug the wall while falling to encounter a walk-through wall.
4 At the bottom right corner of the map, accessible through a walk-through wall. Can be entered by dropping from the ledge above the entrance.
5 Located at the far left of the map, just before entering the water. Hug the wall to walk into a walk-through wall.
6 At the bottom middle of the map, reachable by a ladder. Some movement speed might be necessary to reach all the way to the log.

Magma Barracks

Magma Barracks
Environment Logs – Magma Barracks (image captured by me)

Exploring the Magma Barracks, where Miner can be found in Variants 1 and 2, reveals the following hidden environment logs scattered across the area:

Environment Log Number Location Description
1 Located at the bottom right of the map, a lava-covered path leads to an Elite Elder Lemurian that must be defeated. On the right-hand side of the area, the log awaits, requiring mobility.
2 Positioned at the center of the map, there’s a walk-through wall accessible by hugging the walls while descending.
3 In the middle of the map, reachable through a walk-through wall.
4 At the top left corner of the map, accessible from below using extra jumps. No walk-through walls nearby, making the below entrance the sole path to the log.
5 Right in the center of the map, mobility is necessary to reach it.
6 Found at the bottom left corner of the map, accessible through a walk-through wall.

Hive Cluster

Hive Cluster
Hive Cluster in Risk of Rain Returns (screenshot captured by me)

Navigating through the intricacies of the Hive Cluster provides a unique challenge, with the following strategically placed environment logs awaiting discovery:

Environment Log Number Location Description
1 Found at the bottom middle of the map, reachable by a ladder.
2 Positioned at the bottom left of the map, accessible by a ladder.
3 Located at the top left of the map, a ladder leads to a walk-through wall. The log is somewhat challenging to discern due to its appearance.
4 At the far right of the map, in the center, there are ladders to climb and a bit of platforming. Ascend the second ladder to reach the log.
5 At the far left bottom of the map, climb a few ladders to reach the log.
6 Positioned at the top middle of the stage, reachable through a walk-through wall. The Dissonance Artifact’s nearby area can also be utilized to more easily enter the walk-through wall.

Temple Of The Elders

Temple of the Elders
Environment Logs – Temple of the Elders (image by me)

Embarking on the exploration of the Temple of the Elders reveals the following hidden environment logs:

Environment Log Number Location Description
1 Positioned at the very far left of the map, outside the building. Accessible by going on top of the roof and descending on ledges. No mobility is required, but caution is advised to avoid fall damage.
2 Found at the top left corner of the map, above the regularly accessible part. Requires numerous extra jumps to reach, specifically from the right.
3 Located at the top left corner of the map, reachable from the right with numerous extra jumps.
4 At the very top of the far right of the map. Either entrance can be used, but the right is easier due to less distance between the roof and the floor. Requires mobility skills or items.
5 Positioned at the top middle of the map, necessitating numerous extra jumps to reach.
6 At the bottom left corner of the map, reachable using some mobility and extra jumps. Loader’s Hydraulic Gauntlet can also be employed to reach it.

Risk Of Rain (UES Contact Light)

Risk of Rain (Stage)
Risk of Rain Stage in Risk of Rain Returns (image captured by me)

Following is a table of all the environment logs that you can find in the Risk of Rain stage:

Environment Log Number Location Description
1 & 2 In the Cabin room, outside of it, there is a ledge that demands a considerable amount of mobility to access. Navigate to the perch, then proceed left.
Note: Both the logs can be found at the same location in both variants of the map.

The quest for Environment Logs unfolds as an exciting and rewarding adventure. These strategically placed logs not only grant a deeper understanding of the stage maps but also offer a unique challenge in their discovery. Make sure to read this Reddit thread where people have discussed if there are any ways to increase the chance of environment logs appearing.

How To Get Environment Logs In Risk Of Rain Returns

Risk of Rain Returns Environment Logs
Environment Logs (image captured by me)

Acquiring most Environment Logs often involves moving into walls that may seem off at various angles.

The rooms housing these logs are typically reachable through a concealed path or a hidden vine that you can climb up or down. Locating these paths or vines might not be immediately apparent, requiring a bit of trial and error to uncover their whereabouts.

  • Certain logs might pose a challenge to reach unless you possess the right items.
  • A handful of them are tucked away along concealed paths that necessitate certain items to ascend to greater heights.
  • It is essential to note that although these logs may seem impossible or very hard to get, they are never entirely out of reach.
  • A bit of experimentation, coupled with the appropriate set of items, is usually all it takes to access them.

Accessing Environment Logs

  1. To access these logs, head to the main menu and click on Logs and Unlockables.
  2. Navigate to the fourth icon, which resembles a mountain with a flag at the top.
  3. Select the specific environment you’re interested in and click Expand.

This allows you to explore every stage and its variants that you’ve unlocked up to that point. Each variant has 1 unique environment log, each with a total of 6 logs for 6 variants for every stage.

Navigating through concealed paths, climbing ladders, and utilizing mobility skills, players can unlock the mysteries hidden within each environment. The journey to obtain these logs may require a bit of experimentation, but with the right set of items and a keen eye, players can unveil the secrets that lie within Risk of Rain Returns.

As players embark on the thrilling quest for Environment Logs, they can enhance their overall gaming experience by checking out Asad Ahmed’s insightful review of Risk of Rain Returns and exploring its legendary return to the indie scene. Additionally, for those seeking guidance on maximizing their gameplay, delve into a comprehensive guide on the top-performing characters in Risk of Rain Returns, uncovering strategic insights for a more rewarding adventure.

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