Hades

Rogue-like games are a genre I never previously enjoyed, but Hades is superb and has become one of my all-time favourites. Dying during a run in Hades never frustrates me because there are no downsides to it.

I have been playing video games for 45 years and have high standards. After nearly 400 Hades runs, I can honestly say that the artistic style, voice acting, design, gameplay, music and software testing are worthy of high praise.

P. S. If you play this on a PC boyo, do yourself a favour and use a programmable gaming mouse with a thumb button, or a compatible gamepad. The game is still excellent without one, but a programmable thumb button for the game's Special move is very helpful.

I originally downloaded this game with the intention of using it as a time filler. Little did I know I would be addicted to this game like I've never been before. To preface this I'm not a regular rougelike player and usually don't find them fun. When I started playing this one I couldn't stop! Such a great story leaves you a little excited if you die early in a "run". Tons of variety every time you decide to try and escape, it's almost like a different game every time. In short this game will latch onto you, and make you want to try over and over to escape the house of hades until you can finally make it!

Hades is a wonderfully done rogue-like game that tells the story of Zagreus escaping his father's domain for good; except the underworld is an ever-shifting labyrinth of confusion, random power-ups and endlessly ruthless henchmen preventing your escape however possible the measures they can muster.

This is a video game that rewards overcoming hardships very well, and is an oddly ideal introduction to the rogue-like genre of gaming as a whole, thanks to its multi-faceted modes, its dense story, and the world-building complementing the 'going around, coming around' architecture the game was built on. It's a deceptively ingenious way of making the repetition less monotonous that it otherwise could have been in another game type.

Hades is great for anyone playing with a controller, and since it's on almost ALL the major systems now, there's no real reason to miss out on this classic-in-the-making thanks to its wonderful gameplay and lenient pricing to match its humble backdrop too. It succeeds where some AAA-multi-million-dollar'd games fail: its fun-factor and not overthinking the immersion.

Everything in this game just works. Though it may take some newcomers time to get accustomed to the rogue-like experience, Hades is probably gonna be the ideal introduction for this gaming convention. It's an ideal square-one and rewarding experience for anyone curious in rogue-like, Greek Mythology or gaming in general. Give this one a shot.

4.5/5 stars is what this fan-fave gets. It's great stuff.

I love this game, great story and characters! At first I thought that it will be repetitive, but honestly I could not stop playing it!

An outstanding roguelike dungeon crawler that blends fast-paced combat with a compelling narrative. Not to mention the striking art style and dynamic soundtrack, which create a vibrant and immersive experience. The combat is fluid and responsive, with a wide variety of weapons and abilities that keep each run fresh and engaging. The progression system is well-balanced.

One of standout features of Hades is its storytelling. Through repeated attempts to escape, players uncover rich character interactions and backstories, making each run feel purposeful. The voice acting and dialogue are top-notch, adding depth to the mythological setting.