A great successor to RAD1 but incredibly grindy
Reputation ranks
Ranks only ever go up; points can drop but your rank stays.
About reputation ranksUsing ProjectMMO as the crux of its leveling system with a lot of returning mods and some new mods, RAD2 is a refreshing experience.
However, it is incredibly grindy, as ProjectMMO tends to be. I can see this being a plus for a lot of people, but not for me. I find myself going an hour or two out of my way just to level something up.
RAD2 also includes Apotheosis, whose gem system and other RPG elements are a slippery slope that can become quite unbalanced if not handled with care. It can be overstimulating for some and clogs the inventory, but all things considered I believe RAD2 does a decent job handling this.
Lastly, bring friends if you can! They really enhance the experience, especially because ProjectMMO encourages you to specialize.