Attacks | Strafes with Laser Fire (all)

Learn about the Strafes with Laser Fire attack in Risk of Rain Returns. This guide covers its mechanics and how to deal with it effectively. Get the edge you need!

Alright, let's talk about one of the more annoying attacks you'll run into: Strafes with Laser Fire. You'll see this from a few different enemies, and it can really mess with your flow if you're not careful.

Basically, when an enemy uses this, they'll start strafing side-to-side while firing a continuous beam of laser energy. It's not just a quick burst; it's a sustained attack that covers a good area. The key here is that they're moving while they shoot, making them a harder target to pin down and also making that laser beam track you to some extent.

The biggest pitfall is trying to stand still and just shoot back. You'll likely get chipped away by that laser. Your best bet is to keep moving yourself. Try to strafe *with* them, or at least in a way that makes you a difficult target to hit. Sometimes, you can even use their strafing pattern to your advantage, dodging one pass and then closing in when they're recovering or repositioning.

Keep an eye on the enemy's animations; they usually have a tell before they start this attack. Learning those tells will give you a heads-up to either dodge or prepare to counter. Good luck out there!