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Hades
PC release Sep 17, 2020Roguelite, Action, Mythology
9.5S
TOPGameX scoreWhy it ranks
Hades ranks highly because it solves the roguelite fatigue problem with strong combat readability, writing, music, and reward pacing.
A fast, elegant roguelite that turns repeated escape attempts into character-driven progression.
Pros
- Combat is sharp, fast, and easy to read
- Story structure makes repeated runs meaningful
- Runs well on a very wide range of PCs
Tradeoffs
- Core loop depends on repetition
- Build randomness can frustrate players who want fixed progression
Score breakdown
Gameplay9.6
Story / World9.2
Visuals / Art9.1
Performance9.8
Longevity9.4
Value9.6
Sources
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