Hades

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8.8

Generally favorable reviews- based on 1667 Ratings

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  1. andrew9
    May 4, 2022
    9
    Hades .
  2. pmasterfunk
    Apr 8, 2021
    9
    Hades does a lot of things exceptionally well. The game's visuals are amazing, the voice acting is some of the best ever, the story is pretty interesting if the pace a bit slow, but what makes it so addictive is the gameplay loop.

    It's amazing how easily I get caught up "doing one more room", thinking "oh, this is a great build" or "Is that Artemis up next?". Even though I should be    Hades does a lot of things exceptionally well. The game's visuals are amazing, the voice acting is some of the best ever, the story is pretty interesting if the pace a bit slow, but what makes it so addictive is the gameplay loop.

    It's amazing how easily I get caught up "doing one more room", thinking "oh, this is a great build" or "Is that Artemis up next?". Even though I should be bored at this point, going through only 4 levels, having to play about 25 minutes at a time (approximately the time of a run) to get a tiny drip of story, the idea of having a tiny bit of exposition revealed by running into one of the gods is incredibly tempting. "Oh, Artemis is up! I wonder what she'll say this time".

    The countless "sidequests" are so well integrated into the gameplay and story that it's hard to think of them as sidequests. The rewards are also quite good, so the incentives are both materially useful and thematically satisfying. Chatting up Artemis and getting all her boons gets you gems and access to a weapon's secret form? Sign me up for a Zoom call right now.

    Considering how varied the skills can be, it's actually pretty amazing how narrow the gap is between a bad run and a good run. Sure, a 2% increase in critical hit chance from Artemis doesn't seem like much, but add in her skill that shoots out tiny arrows with every attack - also seemingly useless - and the damage can rack up surprisingly fast. Thanks again, Artemis!

    More seriously, I have some minor issues with it. Sometimes I wish I could get more story without going on a full run. I wish I there were an auto-kill to go back to the beginning instead of continuing on a doomed run or just letting myself get killed (which can take a lot of time with a few Death-defiances left). I wish I could run into Artemis more often without using her trinket. But really, that's about it.

    One thing that people don't mention is how quick the game flows. The only loading in the game happens at startup, a few seconds here and that's it. Zero loading otherwise. After playing FF15, Hades feels incredibly refreshing. The gameplay is super tight and responsive and fun. Picking up stuff is easy, fishing doesn't take forever, every interface is extremely efficient. The fact that I can jump in and out almost instantly is very beneficial to keeping the ultimately repetitive nature of the game fun.

    So yeah, Hades is an amazing game. It has a compelling story and characters, an enjoyable and addictive gameplay loop, beautiful visuals, great voice acting, tons of side content that is actually rewarding, and all this executed superbly with no basically no load time. A+

    Now I need an Artemis spin off game.    … Expand
  3. yusuf_dgn
    Jul 9, 2022
    9
    Gameplay : 10
    Story : 8
    Art design : 9
    Musics : 9
  4. smarf
    Mar 5, 2021
    10
    One of my new favorite games of all time. A masterpiece. Trailers don't do it justice. Play it.
  5. LakiTheGreat
    Oct 2, 2021
    10
    This is one of the best games I have played in a long time, and not just from indie pool of games. Hades has more worth, more charm and personality then most of the new AAA games. It is build with passion and because of that it is literally a work of art!

    This is one of the few games i gave max review score in my life.
  6. Wodzu_Andzej
    Dec 18, 2022
    10
    One of the best roguelike. The story, music, graphics and combat are top-notch. You have to play, satisfaction guaranteed. A true breath of freshness.
  7. MartinEzy225
    Mar 15, 2021
    10
    I went into the game not really knowing what to expect. I am not a big fan of top-down RPG games or roguelike games as they do not feel interactive and are very grindy. However, Hades has been very addictive and fun with its interesting storytelling and its combat and boon mechanics. Although there is a grind, it is always satisfactory every time you escape.
  8. edxtan
    Jul 31, 2023
    9
    Hades' art style is striking, the gameplay is addicting, and the dialogue you receive after every death makes it less frustrating, but the advancement of certain plots is heavily based on luck and the ending is drawn out and anticlimactic.
  9. Shadran
    Mar 10, 2023
    10
    Masterpiece of "Get Good Simulator". Just like Hollow knight this is really good starting game for its genre. Game mechanics are not that hard, but its much easier if you have mouse with 5 buttons to utilize whole arsenal of abilities faster while moving around a lot. Progression system is great and simple. Its the perfect "easy to play hard to master" system with "play more to win more"Masterpiece of "Get Good Simulator". Just like Hollow knight this is really good starting game for its genre. Game mechanics are not that hard, but its much easier if you have mouse with 5 buttons to utilize whole arsenal of abilities faster while moving around a lot. Progression system is great and simple. Its the perfect "easy to play hard to master" system with "play more to win more" progresion. Graphics are good, music is good, Voice acting is nice since you get to hear so many charming voices especially your characters. I like this game a lot.… Expand
  10. ZINAIT
    Aug 17, 2021
    9
    I am not a fan of rogue-like games, but I love this game! It looks amazing and has amazing voice acting!
  11. Victormelo17
    Dec 27, 2021
    10
    definitely for few to finish (I didn't make it myself), but the experience of always wanting more from Hades and for all it has to offer is what makes it not just another game, but one of the best of the decade.
  12. Vulgrim
    May 26, 2021
    10
    The best 2k20 premiere by far. I usually write in reviews, but in this case it would not make sense - although I would try very hard, I do not find any flaws in this game. Someone might say that they don't like the graphic style, but it's a matter of taste; for me it's brilliant.
    It's the kind of perfect croissant where we already think we've done everything, and then suddenly another set    The best 2k20 premiere by far. I usually write in reviews, but in this case it would not make sense - although I would try very hard, I do not find any flaws in this game. Someone might say that they don't like the graphic style, but it's a matter of taste; for me it's brilliant.
    It's the kind of perfect croissant where we already think we've done everything, and then suddenly another set of items to unlock and unfold appears around the corner.    … Expand
  13. disneypanya
    Jul 9, 2021
    10
    This game is so freaking good. Story, gameplay, and graphics are just perfect. This game deserved game of the year.
  14. szarywilq
    Jun 15, 2021
    10
    Story: A-
    Gameplay: A
    Graphics: A-
    Audio: B+
    Lengh: Infinite. 100h+ hours for main story full progress.

    Roguelite masterpiece.

    I completed the game.
  15. Magicalhapak
    Jul 11, 2021
    10
    Truly an outstanding game. The visuals are beautiful and the gameplay is challenging and addicting. Would definitely recommend it to anyone who likes Rogue-likes!
  16. Piruz
    Apr 27, 2022
    8
    Quite charming and funny game. Fighting system is quite good, all side elements are good, voice acting is amazing. This game probably not among the best of all times, but it is excellent. Maybe one of today's best
  17. metesuzuk
    Jan 14, 2022
    9
    The art, voiceovers and gameplay are impeccable. I loved the weapons and the variety of gameplay.
  18. robonix50
    Aug 31, 2022
    10
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  19. NoSkinPotato
    Apr 19, 2021
    9
    I have never been a roguelike fan but this game really got me into it. Let's separate some of my points here
    STORY
    There are rarely or even any roguelike games that ever told a story in anyway but Hades takes the cake with this. The characters you meet in this game is memorable, funny, mean, and every other personality one would have. I have played this game for 40-50 hours now and there    I have never been a roguelike fan but this game really got me into it. Let's separate some of my points here
    STORY
    There are rarely or even any roguelike games that ever told a story in anyway but Hades takes the cake with this. The characters you meet in this game is memorable, funny, mean, and every other personality one would have. I have played this game for 40-50 hours now and there are still new dialogs to find and I don't know how these voice actors even manage to keep quality and quantity at the same level. The story and the gameplay compliments each other very well and you will never see any sort of dissonance.
    VISUALS
    The visuals in this game is very underrated. The animations and the art style of every part of the world is memorable and just beautiful. It's like a really high quality anime.
    GAMEPLAY
    The gameplay in Hades is very fast paced. The game barely gives you anytime to breath and you just gotta keep going and it's always addicting. The amount of weapons and how different they felt really increased the replayability of this game and the mode you get after completing your quest is a nice cherry on top.

    NEGATIVES
    There isn't really much negatives that I could really say. The biggest thing probably for me is that the game gets tedious at times and I just got really bored after 20 hours and I left the game without finishing it. A couple days later I felt like I wanted to go back to the game and so I did and I continued to love it. It might not be a game for everyone but I feel like anyone who buys it will not regret it.

    CONCLUSION
    JUST BUY THE GAME    … Expand
  20. imherv
    Jun 16, 2021
    10
    The game is amazing! I can easily say it's my favorite indie game, the soundtrack, the voice acting, the sense of humor given to the game itself is completely perfect. The replay factor of the game is involving and makes you want to play more, the weapons even if they are few, there are still variations of them that you unlock over time.
  21. mnjak47
    Jun 19, 2021
    9
    Super amusing game.
    I always play AAA games but this game made me playing it more than so many of those AAA games.
  22. NotSteve
    May 10, 2021
    10
    It's not exactly a hot take to say that Hades was one of the best games to be released in a long time. Even amongst a sea of Triple-A titles in past years, this game really shines through in every aspect that matters: Good story, top tier voice acting, addictive gameplay, plenty of replay-ability, and an amazing soundtrack. The death theme being tied to Dies Irae is a wonderful touch.It's not exactly a hot take to say that Hades was one of the best games to be released in a long time. Even amongst a sea of Triple-A titles in past years, this game really shines through in every aspect that matters: Good story, top tier voice acting, addictive gameplay, plenty of replay-ability, and an amazing soundtrack. The death theme being tied to Dies Irae is a wonderful touch.

    One of the things that really makes it stand out is that, as games continue to push limits of realism in graphics, Hades takes a more refined approach, letting a rich and colorful environment keep the eyes busy during the fast paced top-down gameplay, while boasting an attractive art style and character design that helps push the narrative parts of the game.

    This game reignited my love for Greek mythology through some refreshing re-imaginings of classic characters in a way that seems to pay respect for the origins while also offering new perspectives on a handful of Olympians and others of note.

    Now for my actual hot take: I feel like Hades is possibly the best example I've seen in being "woke" without feeling like pandering at all. The lack of AAA production keeps a level of soullessness out of the equation, allowing for the storytellers to represent LGBTQ+ characters as a natural part of the world without it feeling forced. There are gay, bisexual, polyamorous, and non-binary characters, just as you find in the mythology on which its based, and the inclusion of those themes alongside and intertwined with the story beats around family, love, and loss is refreshing.

    With over 70 hours invested so far, I'm starting to feel addicted.
    There is no escape.    … Expand
  23. BakerBran
    Sep 21, 2021
    10
    Such an amazingly addictive game! Greek mythology with a twist, rouge-lite with great action and replayability. Well done
  24. BobbyTarantino
    Jun 23, 2021
    10
    a man goes to the doctor. says he's depressed. he says life seems harsh and cruel. says he feels all alone in a threatening world where what lies ahead is vague and uncertain. the doctor says "the treatment is simple. the great clown pagliacci is in town tonight. go and see him, that should pick you up." the man bursts into tears. he says "but doctor... i am pagliacci."
  25. S3XU4LH34L1NG
    Jul 6, 2022
    10
    Well I won't sing any of the praises because you can read the overwhelmingly positive traits in other critiques. The only negatives i can find are minor nitpicks. First off I think the games falls off a bit after around 50 to 60 hrs for the last stretch if you are going for 100%. The last bit is rng to trigger random events. The gameplay is still great but the narative is hitting theWell I won't sing any of the praises because you can read the overwhelmingly positive traits in other critiques. The only negatives i can find are minor nitpicks. First off I think the games falls off a bit after around 50 to 60 hrs for the last stretch if you are going for 100%. The last bit is rng to trigger random events. The gameplay is still great but the narative is hitting the brakes hard. Secondly the aspects could be balanced a bit better especially after heavy investment.… Expand
  26. LCRG
    May 27, 2021
    10
    I truly don't fear saying Hades is one of the bests game I've ever played. The graphics, that soundtrack, the characters, the wonderful gameplay... Hades is a really good game, even when you don't like roguelite games, Hades can be a really good game, and surely onde of the best games ever made.
  27. ErayTellezi
    Feb 27, 2021
    8
    Roguelike türünü çok sevmem insanı fazla zorlar ve benim gibi hikaye ve hikaye sunumu odaklı bir oyuncu için çok da ideal bir tür değildir. Ancak mesela Children of Morta güzel bir örneğiydi. Hikayesinin sürekli akması tekrar hissini kırıyordu. Farklı karakterler ve combat şekilleri de bunda etkiliydi. Bölümü geçince harita da değişiyordu ama düşmanların saldırı şekilleri hep aynıydı.Roguelike türünü çok sevmem insanı fazla zorlar ve benim gibi hikaye ve hikaye sunumu odaklı bir oyuncu için çok da ideal bir tür değildir. Ancak mesela Children of Morta güzel bir örneğiydi. Hikayesinin sürekli akması tekrar hissini kırıyordu. Farklı karakterler ve combat şekilleri de bunda etkiliydi. Bölümü geçince harita da değişiyordu ama düşmanların saldırı şekilleri hep aynıydı.

    Hades oyunu ise hem hikayeyi çok iyi aktarmış, dünyasında dolaşırken bile keşfedebileceğiniz bir kaç yer koymuş, hem de combat çeşitliliğini inanılmaz bir yere çıkarmış. Bunları yaparken düşmanların da gelişmesini ve değişmesini sağlamasıyla oldukça keyifli bir iş çıkarmış. Her öldüğünüzde, evde şimdi nasıl muhabbetler dönecek acaba diye düşünerek meraklanıyorsunuz mesela. Oyunun hikayesi türüne çok iyi uyuyor. Ölüp ölüp dirilmenin, Hades'i yer altı dünyasından kaçmaya çalışmanın mantığı hikaye ve oynanışla uyumlu.

    Combat çeşitliliği şimdiye kadar bir oyunda gördüğüm en üst seviye olabilir. 6 tane yakın ve uzak mesafe silahın yanında, büyü ve kaçınma vuruşlarınız da var. Tüm bunlara tanrıların rastgele verdiği özellikler ve onların komboları da eklenince neredeyse her oynayışınızda farklı şekilde ilerliyorsunuz. Farklı farklı tanrılar çoğu zaman farklı farklı hediyeler vererek sizin oynayışınızı derinden etkiliyor. Üstelik bunlar sadece silahın gücünü artıran yüzde artışları falan değil. Çoğu zaman direkt oynama şeklinizi değiştiren özellikler. Oyun ilerledikçe size yeni özellikler ve geliştirmeler sunmaya devam ediyor. Tek eksi yanı aynı yeri 10 defa bitirmek zorunda olmanız. Evet yer altında 10 defa çıkmanız gerekiyor hikayeyi bitirmek için. İlkinde çok tatmin etse de diğerlerini aynı şevkle oynayamıyorsunuz maalesef. Sonraki seferlerde düşmanlar biraz değişse ve güçlense de temelde aynı şekilde davranıyorlar. Oysa bunun yerine Children of Morta'nın yaptığı gibi yeni harita ve görsel olarak yeni düşmanlar olabilirdi. Böylece hikayede verilen bu ilerleme hissi görselle de desteklenmiş olurdu.
    Oyunun görsel yanı çok çok iyi. Böyle hızlı bir oynanışa rağmen asla karışıklık yaşanmıyor. Müzik ve seslendirmeler de yine çok güçlü. Supergiant Games'in Bastion ve Transistor oyunlarını oynamıştım ama Hades her açıdan onlardan çok daha üstün.

    Oyun credits'ten sonra bile devam ediyormuş ama ben orada bıraktım. Sonuçta 25-30 saate yakın oynamış oldum. Her silahı kasmayla uğraşmak istemedim. Netice itibariyle oynadığım en iyi indie yapımlardan birisi oldu.    … Expand
  28. FirstSpawn
    Jun 5, 2021
    9
    Действительно можно сказать, что разработчики не поленились и проделали огромную работу, в которую вложили много души и любви!
  29. LeoCoelho
    Apr 28, 2021
    9
    AQUI TEM PRA TODOS OS GOSTOS

    Super Massive Games já é uma das minhas produtoras favoritas, simplesmente porque ela não tem medo de fazer um jogo focado em ter uma alma, um motivo para ser feito além de meramente lucro, é fácil achar os seus Títulos que são cativantes e viciantes como Transistor, Bastion e outros, com Hades a produtora finca a bandeira de uma das melhores em minha lista    AQUI TEM PRA TODOS OS GOSTOS

    Super Massive Games já é uma das minhas produtoras favoritas, simplesmente porque ela não tem medo de fazer um jogo focado em ter uma alma, um motivo para ser feito além de meramente lucro, é fácil achar os seus Títulos que são cativantes e viciantes como Transistor, Bastion e outros, com Hades a produtora finca a bandeira de uma das melhores em minha lista pessoal.
    Hades é um jogo que a mera proposta já mostra que estamos fora da caixinha, com o protagonista tendo uma rodada para chegar até a superfície com Buffs aleatórios, mas que a cada vez pode ser gerenciado de forma melhor, com isso é difícil o jogo se tornar repetitivo, porque dessa proposta, existem várias coisas que podem ser feitas, e parte disso só se pode se experimentar jogando, mas não é apenas na jogabilidade que jogo triunfa, mas nos visuais, nas mecânicas, nas coisas simples que se aprende, mas demora se para domina las completamente, na História que não termina quando o jogador termina de primeira vez o game. Hades é um jogo que há muito tempo não se via, uma completa experiência que vai agradar a muitos, se não todos que puderem ter o prazer de ter esse Jogo.    … Expand
  30. Alexius92
    Sep 24, 2021
    10
    Excellent one of a kind fun gameplay with replayability and also a great and deep story and characters.

    Well worth the pricepoint!
  31. tensioly
    Jun 6, 2023
    9
    Hades es uno de los mejores juegos indie que han salido hasta la fecha. Este roguelite ha llegado a ser uno de los mejores exponentes de su género gracias a su exquisita jugabilidad, sistema de progresión y curva de dificultad. La manera en la que cambia cada partida según el arma que elijas, las bendiciones que utilices y las decisiones permiten que el juego se haga muy entretenido deHades es uno de los mejores juegos indie que han salido hasta la fecha. Este roguelite ha llegado a ser uno de los mejores exponentes de su género gracias a su exquisita jugabilidad, sistema de progresión y curva de dificultad. La manera en la que cambia cada partida según el arma que elijas, las bendiciones que utilices y las decisiones permiten que el juego se haga muy entretenido de jugar, ya que cada partida que realices va a ser totalmente distinta a la anterior. Aquí entra el único punto débil del juego: la repetición de los enemigos para llegar hasta el final del juego. Tras finalizar la primera run, hasta llegar al final del juego hay que volver a pasárselo un número significativo de veces y, a pesar de que tras este final se añaden algunos enemigos e interacciones nuevas (incluso algunas mecánicas nuevas que dificultan el juego a cambio de una mayor recompensa), se hacen bastante escasos para la cantidad de veces que se te pide finalizar la run para llegar a los créditos. Esto provoca que las últimas runs que se realicen se hagan un tanto repetitivas ya que, además de este factor, las bendiciones ya no son sorprendentes y la repetición se hace notar demasiado. Añadiendo a este problema las interfaces poco intuitivas y mejorables, este juego es perfecto en todo lo demás. La historia me parece muy buena, intrigante y que consigue a través de su sencilla premisa que sea fácil de seguir y que te enganche. Cabe destacar que los arcos argumentales entre los personajes, que a su vez todos ellos son excelentes, son cada cual mejor y los hilos que se generan entre ellos generan que la historia sea muy completa y coherente. A esto se le añade el sistema de regalos, lo que permite profundizar sobre todos ellos. La mitología griega está perfectamente implementada en el juego, mediante diálogos, interacciones, intervenciones del narrador y descripciones de personajes y enemigos; siendo este uno de los pilares fundamentales del mismo. A nivel artístico es increíble, con personajes y escenarios memorablemente bellos; y la banda sonora también es excelente. He tardado unas 30 horas en pasármelo pero la duración puede variar mucho según la destreza del jugador. Un juegazo recomendable para todo el mundo. 9,2/10
    (12/2021)    … Expand
  32. Darkin_49
    Mar 22, 2021
    10
    This game is a masterpiece. Mechanics gameplay is so good. It's so fun to play. How can I say just try it.
  33. WasabiWarrior
    Apr 16, 2022
    10
    I love this game, and I don't even like roguelike games. It's a great smooth gameplay, likeable characters and great music and sound. Art style is amazing
  34. dpagkali
    Jun 6, 2021
    10
    Beautiful game , I am not fun of this genre but this takes it to another level , so no one can ignore .
  35. Juli01223
    Aug 3, 2021
    8
    Boa dublagem,bons dialogos,gameplay rapida e fluida e viciante,perfeita pra um rogue like. Boa historia,algumas coisas sobre a mitologia grega... Um final muito recompensador e muito bom(ainda mais com aquela musica fantastica que toca no fim). 8.5/10
  36. ReviewThangs
    May 23, 2021
    9
    My first rogue-like and I was sold on the genre only to try other ones and realize that this is as good as it gets. Gameplay, visuals, audio, and characters are all great. Being a rogue-like, your experience may be very different, but I found myself getting sick of the game by the time the final boss came around. There was story incentive to replay it past that point but I just had enoughMy first rogue-like and I was sold on the genre only to try other ones and realize that this is as good as it gets. Gameplay, visuals, audio, and characters are all great. Being a rogue-like, your experience may be very different, but I found myself getting sick of the game by the time the final boss came around. There was story incentive to replay it past that point but I just had enough by then. Presentation is above and beyond any indie you'll experience and elevates the game.… Expand
  37. karahangke267
    May 19, 2022
    9
    Delightful. I loved the gameplay and the scenario. Dialogues were amazing. Definetly recommend.
  38. Ak4i
    Apr 8, 2021
    10
    Cốt truyện mới lạ.
    Cách chơi, góc nhìn tuyệt với.
    Game có tính thách thức nhưng không quá khó nên không bị ức chế.
    Đáng tiền!
  39. ertyz
    Jan 13, 2022
    8
    not bad after all
    nice game if I need to compare among all other games by the way.
  40. ReviewHype
    Mar 11, 2021
    10
    ANOTHER KILLER GAME!
    absolutely outstanding, mechanics are terrific, artwork is super and its originality is almost unsurpassed.
  41. alivemau5
    Mar 12, 2021
    10
    Let me just tell you that anyone leaving this game less than a perfect score either didn't understand the game or didn't take the time to understand the genre. Yes you will die.. a lot, but the game will keep you coming back for more. Let's not even talk about the story.. this is how you do good dialogue!! GOTY for me for sure, i loved it so much that i went to the trouble of making a metaLet me just tell you that anyone leaving this game less than a perfect score either didn't understand the game or didn't take the time to understand the genre. Yes you will die.. a lot, but the game will keep you coming back for more. Let's not even talk about the story.. this is how you do good dialogue!! GOTY for me for sure, i loved it so much that i went to the trouble of making a meta critic account just so i can write about it.… Expand
  42. tufekciero
    Mar 12, 2021
    9
    ALTIN zzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzz
  43. elefsar
    Apr 22, 2021
    9
    Good story, game play, mechanics, repeatable. Weapon diversity is a bit lower than other games.
  44. Rozzlington
    May 26, 2021
    8
    One of the best of it's genre, will be seen as a classic soon enough and is already a must play for anyone even remotely interested.
  45. Bushido95
    Nov 24, 2021
    8
    Веселая, динамичная игра с превосходной стилистикой и при том даже хорошими диалогами. Советую всем хотя бы попробовать.
  46. KeroQuero
    May 6, 2021
    10
    This game is in my top 3. Awesome game, it doesn't feel to repetitive unlike most rouge-lite games. The story is absolutely amazing. None of the dialogues repeat themselves which makes the game more interesting and fun. Dying is not a problem at all! All the weapons are different than each other and there is no such thing as over-powered weapon. I really suggest buying this game if youThis game is in my top 3. Awesome game, it doesn't feel to repetitive unlike most rouge-lite games. The story is absolutely amazing. None of the dialogues repeat themselves which makes the game more interesting and fun. Dying is not a problem at all! All the weapons are different than each other and there is no such thing as over-powered weapon. I really suggest buying this game if you haven't already. It's worth every penny.… Expand
  47. Araujoz
    May 6, 2021
    9
    jogo muito bom com uma trilha sonora ridícula de boa e com um ótimo fator replay, apenas peca no pós game, que fica bem repetitivo.
  48. Kaspi
    Aug 14, 2021
    10
    The reviews don't lie. this game is fantastic. Good action, Good art, GREAT music, and even though it's a rouge-lite, a fantastic story
  49. Atecno
    May 24, 2021
    9
    I really like how every run the plot progresses which makes it even more motivating to keep playing in comparison to other games where there is no actual reason to.
  50. DarkDestroyer11
    May 30, 2021
    9
    Loved it. A great time sink and the gameplay is amazing. Obviously it can feel a repetitive but in the genres case I can deal with it.
  51. Andrexis
    Jul 3, 2021
    9
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  52. lukgouvea
    Jun 11, 2021
    10
    Uma verdadeira obra prima, não vejo a hora de ver o crescimento da franquia com o vasto tema que eles exploram com fidelidade e dedicação em cada detalhe impressionante, comprei o jogo com certa expectativa, e me surpreendi maravilhosamente mais e mais. Perceptível o carinho dos desenvolvedores em vários momentos. Criei a conta no site para avaliar de tão gratificante que está sendo jogarUma verdadeira obra prima, não vejo a hora de ver o crescimento da franquia com o vasto tema que eles exploram com fidelidade e dedicação em cada detalhe impressionante, comprei o jogo com certa expectativa, e me surpreendi maravilhosamente mais e mais. Perceptível o carinho dos desenvolvedores em vários momentos. Criei a conta no site para avaliar de tão gratificante que está sendo jogar Hades.… Expand
  53. Wondux
    Sep 6, 2022
    8
    I would consider this a masterpiece in the roguelike genre. The story and lore were so well incorporated into the gameplay that the essence of roguelike games, dying over and starting, became a part of the story and felt very natural. You are a godly entity living in the underworld, which rationalizes coming back to life after dying and starting over. Zagreus' speech was very well written.I would consider this a masterpiece in the roguelike genre. The story and lore were so well incorporated into the gameplay that the essence of roguelike games, dying over and starting, became a part of the story and felt very natural. You are a godly entity living in the underworld, which rationalizes coming back to life after dying and starting over. Zagreus' speech was very well written. There are many small details that make the game and the story as a whole become more natural and real. By seeing Zagreus guessing which one of the sisters he's going to face next, or trash-talking against his enemies, we feel that he is a real person with emotional capabilities. The existence of an aim to exit the place over and over again gives meaning to the repetitiveness of the game, and the small cutscenes after every escape make each attempt interesting. I wouldn't say that the story was great or special, but it was perfectly good enough for a roguelike game. The presentation of the story was extremely well. The art, voice acting, cutscenes, and small jokes of the narrator; everything were very well-polished.
    The gameplay was very smooth and enjoyable. I liked the variety of the upgrades and weapon choices. I love how they are mostly Greek mythology accurate. The variety of enemies and bosses on the runs was also sufficient in my opinion.
    The reason I'm breaking off a point (my max is 9, so it makes this an 8) is that after I first beat Hades, the game stopped being challenging. Especially the extra lives made me immortal. After I first beat Hades, I never died again and beat the game with a 10 streak within a few hours. Some fixes for this that I would have liked to see are different boss patterns, new enemies, new dungeon types/traps, and more difficulty. However, the gameplay was so smooth and easy on the eye that I was not bored not even a second.
    I also have to appreciate the art department. The music and illustrations were pretty amazing.
    Very brilliantly made game. I DO NOT recommend it to people who are expecting a non-repetitive and linear action game. I DEFINITELY recommend it to people who are familiar with roguelike games. You will love it.    … Expand
  54. Italack
    Jun 19, 2021
    10
    boi, look at these desing arts, what a beautiful thing, the gameplay is very fun, the soundtrack is incredible, the narrative with the greek mythology is very good, the voice perfomances is great. This game is practically perfect in everything it do. 10/10
  55. Jirentix
    Jul 16, 2021
    9
    Hades, set in the mythological universe, was a rogue-like game, but it was surprising that they made the story so solid. The only flaw in the game is that it is very boring after a point to finish the story of the game completely. I think most people have deleted the hades in 3-4 kills, which should not end in 15-16 kills.
    Apart from that, the music is good and innovations are constantly    Hades, set in the mythological universe, was a rogue-like game, but it was surprising that they made the story so solid. The only flaw in the game is that it is very boring after a point to finish the story of the game completely. I think most people have deleted the hades in 3-4 kills, which should not end in 15-16 kills.
    Apart from that, the music is good and innovations are constantly being brought to you in order to keep you enjoying the game, and this part gave me a good motivation to go to the final. It is obvious that the character designs are cared for, and the candidate of the year 2020 was already chosen.    … Expand
  56. aalrif
    Aug 1, 2021
    9
    Hades adalah game roguelite pertama yang ku tamatin. Gameplay hades sangat menantang dan sulit namun masih doable, karena semakin banyak kamu mati semakin ter upgrade karakrernya. Build dan level di hades lumayan beragam, prize yang didapat dari encounter random, jadi sulit untuk dapat boons yang kamu mau. gameplay nya bisa agak repetitif kalau pakai build dan senjata yang itu itu aja,Hades adalah game roguelite pertama yang ku tamatin. Gameplay hades sangat menantang dan sulit namun masih doable, karena semakin banyak kamu mati semakin ter upgrade karakrernya. Build dan level di hades lumayan beragam, prize yang didapat dari encounter random, jadi sulit untuk dapat boons yang kamu mau. gameplay nya bisa agak repetitif kalau pakai build dan senjata yang itu itu aja, mending ganti ganti karena setiap senjata punya karakteristik nya masing masing. (walaupun beberapa senjata cuma tinggal dash-attack-dash-attack). item untuk crafting ada banyak. karakter nya ada banyak, mereka punya ceritanya masing masing. Art style dan musik nya bagus. cerita nya simpel namun juga menceritakan lore yang cukup dalam. Hades is a great game
    8.8/10    … Expand
  57. MrJPrime
    Mar 2, 2022
    10
    Without a doubt one of the best games ever made.
    Tough as nails, rewarding combat
    Brilliant voice acting
    Deep story that unfolds over time
    Very rarely have I spent soo much time on a game.
  58. KP1994
    Aug 17, 2021
    9
    Not a bad game for multiplatformisms kinda remind me to Sekiro for some reasons.
  59. F3T1W
    Aug 27, 2021
    8
    Cool setting, great pumping, dynamics, bosses, everything is on top, only I advise
  60. Browncoat_Loki
    Aug 20, 2021
    10
    I can not reccomend this game enough. It is the best game of its genre I have played and probably one of the best games I have played in a long time. Sound, art, and dialog are amazing. Progression is fluid and rewarding and the challange is just right. Should have gotten more rewards than it did.
  61. Junkreviewer
    Aug 22, 2021
    9
    Love this game. Pure side scrolling addiction. So well thought out. The ever changing rooms, different types of help (if you know) and perks keep it feeling fresh. The combat is great too.
  62. Victor_JM8
    Sep 17, 2021
    10
    Simply a masterpiece, both for the game-play and for its story and characters. He also has a great mood!
  63. GTromp
    Jun 28, 2022
    10
    Just the best roguelike ever made to this day, this game should be a role model for the genre. The gameplay is amazing and very fun, the story is quite good for a roguelike, and the replayability is huge. Definitely worth the price and if they ever launch a DLC for this game I'll gladly buy it.
  64. Fidelito
    Oct 7, 2021
    10
    INCREIBLE, cada maldita cosa en este juego es espectacular, el arte, los personajes, la jugabilidad, la musica, todo, probablemente uno de los mejores si no es ke el mejor juego independiente de todos los tiempos

    AMAZING, every single thing about this game is fcking amazing, the art, the characters, the gameplay, the music, everything, probably one of the best indie games of all time
  65. zexred
    Aug 12, 2023
    10
    best rouge lite in the history of games ... thoroughly enjoyed the gameplay and the storyline
  66. VikiSH
    Oct 30, 2021
    10
    Still the best indie game. Because it has a charming art style, fast and fun hack and slash gameplay, cool story and soundtrack, and is challenging. 10/10 Masterpiece
  67. Mene0
    Nov 15, 2021
    10
    There is little justice to be made trying to review Hades in text form like this. The game's story, gameplay and music are so concise that you can't really explain it without experiencing yourself. Probably the best of it's genre and a must play overall.
  68. ShtillD
    Nov 21, 2021
    9
    A real work of art of the gaming industry. A strong plot with a good line of development, which is interesting to reveal.
  69. Pride1991
    Dec 1, 2021
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Hello everyone, I don't understand people who give a rating of 4 -2 or 0 and write these are monotonous locales, mobs of guys are roguelike and developers have provided you with a variety of weapons and gods, you are in general in courses that you can make combinations of gods and it's incredible every race is unlike another.… Expand
  70. beyyko
    Sep 2, 2022
    10
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  71. Gliphy
    Oct 7, 2022
    10
    Не ожидал настолько интересной истории от рогалики. Теперь не могу представить, как я раньше жил в мире, где у рогаликов почти нет сюжета.
  72. joaopoc1998
    Oct 30, 2022
    8
    Amazing gampley.
    Good looking graphics.
    I really enjoyed every minute i spent in this game
  73. sathvik_
    Aug 1, 2023
    8
    I didnt really like rougelikes in the begining and this is what got me into em.
  74. bub156
    Feb 9, 2022
    10
    The game has a really satisfying gameplay loop combination of fluid combat mechanics that feel great, a mix of intrinsic rewards from mastering the mechanics and having bosses that used to kick your butt end up being a cakewalk later on, as well as extrinsic rewards by upgrading your mirror, boons, and various weapons. These upgrades certainly change how the game feels to play but areThe game has a really satisfying gameplay loop combination of fluid combat mechanics that feel great, a mix of intrinsic rewards from mastering the mechanics and having bosses that used to kick your butt end up being a cakewalk later on, as well as extrinsic rewards by upgrading your mirror, boons, and various weapons. These upgrades certainly change how the game feels to play but are never breaking in their own right and the game still rewards player skill.

    Perhaps most impressively the game has figured out a way to make dying less of a slog. Each time you die and return to the underworld you get new dialogue with characters that are beautifully voice acted and complex and my initial wave of frustration I felt when dying quickly turned into excitement as I looked forward to what new things the characters would have to say.    … Expand
  75. ferolajr
    Apr 6, 2023
    10
    A roguelike, a dungeon crawler and a hack n slash with a awesome cast of characters, beautifiul art style and smooth gameplay mechanics? All in one game? Yeah, this is a masterpiece.
  76. liquidthing
    Feb 14, 2022
    10
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  77. jorge1102
    Feb 24, 2022
    10
    The character's attack can easily hit the enemy.

    Blessings and weapon combinations make the gameplay very rich.
  78. guicalistrato
    Mar 4, 2022
    10
    Fantástico, simplesmente fantástico. Hades tem uma gameplay incrível, uma trilha sonora muito bem feita e uma história boa. Os personagens são bem construídos e as lutas, dos chefões a encontros comuns, são todas bem trabalhadas. Na minha opinião, o melhor jogo Indie da história.
  79. deepfriedkitkat
    Mar 28, 2022
    8
    I dislike roguelikes. The starting over every time is just not for me. Some friends managed to convince me to try this out as it was on sale. Months later I still find myself going back to it for just one more run. Apart from the fantastic soundtrack, the brilliant art style and the top tier voice acting; this game integrates the roguelike aspect perfectly into the narrative of the gameI dislike roguelikes. The starting over every time is just not for me. Some friends managed to convince me to try this out as it was on sale. Months later I still find myself going back to it for just one more run. Apart from the fantastic soundtrack, the brilliant art style and the top tier voice acting; this game integrates the roguelike aspect perfectly into the narrative of the game that just keeps unfolding. The mechanic is used to tell the story as your keep progressing. If you generally don't like roguelikes, you might want to try this one. If you do, you should own this already.… Expand
  80. sconeeee
    Sep 11, 2022
    9
    Probably the best roguelike/lite out there, voice acting was amazing, story was perfect and the gameplay is like nothing I've played before it from a top down perspective, it reminds me of how I thought Diablo play in the future yet here we are.
  81. nfs7379
    Sep 4, 2022
    10
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  82. MrVali
    Apr 12, 2022
    9
    Here is a must-play game. Don't waste your time reading reviews, get it and play.
  83. CoffeePot
    May 23, 2022
    10
    My first review was negative so I'm writing this review to balance things out. Hades is a bonafide masterpiece of a game, with replay value that extends beyond merely beating the game. Every single weapon is fun to use and offers significant difference in the gameplay from each other. And if that weren't enough, each weapon has three variations, all of which feel like they can be used toMy first review was negative so I'm writing this review to balance things out. Hades is a bonafide masterpiece of a game, with replay value that extends beyond merely beating the game. Every single weapon is fun to use and offers significant difference in the gameplay from each other. And if that weren't enough, each weapon has three variations, all of which feel like they can be used to wreak havoc. The combat itself shines and never feels boring - I only stopped playing on Switch because I felt needed to start playing other games, then I bought it on sale on PC and started it all over. Enemies are fun to repeatedly mow down and are just varied enough to never feel like you're fighting too much of the same thing. If not for the clamp-tight gameplay, you could take your pick from the art style, music score, or characterization of actual figures from ancient Greek mythology as the star of the show. All are amazing to look at and listen to, and contribute heavily to this game's legendary status.

    If you enjoy exhilarating fast-paced combat, this is a must-buy. I was not an ancient Greece aficionado before I played this game, but I assume those people would also be pleased since the game covers nearly all of them, and in a manner that would make perfect sense. My feelings for most of these characters is complex, but nearly all of them boast great performances from their voice actors and smashing dialogue. Hades is the one character I mostly don't like, but that's exactly what the game wants. I'll let you pick your own favorites when you play *wink*

    I don't know what I could feasibly criticize about this game. There are things I haven't even spoken of that greatly enrich the experience. Your experience will change every run-though, and frequent death is inevitable, but the game grows and evolves as you do. It's brilliant game design, and the only reason why I haven't delved further into rogue-lite games after this is because I'm afraid Hades is just so much better than the rest.

    Absolute steal at $25, and even moreso when on sale. Buy it if you haven't yet    … Expand
  84. Gornostai
    Jun 25, 2022
    10
    Очень интересный, динамичный рогалик. Есть сюжет и его, для рогалика, много. Картинка радует глаз. Хотелось бы еще оружия (зажрался). Главный минус - Афродита. Она нарисована ужасно, похожа на переодетого мужчину (хотя является богиней красоты).Очень интересный, динамичный рогалик. Есть сюжет и его, для рогалика, много. Картинка радует глаз. Хотелось бы еще оружия (зажрался). Главный минус - Афродита. Она нарисована ужасно, похожа на переодетого мужчину (хотя является богиней красоты).
  85. Divy_01
    Jun 11, 2022
    10
    If you're looking for one of the best roguelikes out there Hades is for you.
    Amazing gameplay, amazing story, incredible audio, pretty cartoon ish graphics, amazing longevity (I sinked hundreds of hours into this game and still haven't 100% it).
    This is one of the best if not the best price/quality roguelike game out there, definitely recommend it.
  86. timelord777
    Jul 1, 2022
    9
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  87. SinWolzart
    Jul 14, 2022
    9
    great game! great story, great chracters, great writing, great music, great action.
    the game is requires grinding (would recommend god mode for succession)
    the later part after first escape should have been more diverse gameplay wise
    still is quite addictive
    this game has left an everlasting impression on me and would be regarded as a legendary title befeting of its grandness
    Hail lord Hades!
  88. TheDuner13
    Aug 6, 2022
    10
    goooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooood
  89. yepitslap
    Aug 8, 2022
    8
    I generally enjoy most of the rogue-like (or, in this case, rogue-lite) games, and Hades happened to be one of the last of the most popular titles I've played. It's not really based on the luck, unlike other countless examples of the genre, yet it's satisfying to play, and hard to master, which makes it, formally, a rogue-like game. But the dialogues and the art style really sold the game to me.
  90. bullwinky
    Aug 25, 2022
    10
    This game is awesome, the depth of storytelling is insane. I have been playing for 250 hours and still getting new dialogue and story missions.
    Each run is now under 30 mins for me and as soon as it finishes you want more, but you first get to check in with all the characters at home before you pick another weapon and go out again.
    People complaining about the repetitive gameplay    This game is awesome, the depth of storytelling is insane. I have been playing for 250 hours and still getting new dialogue and story missions.
    Each run is now under 30 mins for me and as soon as it finishes you want more, but you first get to check in with all the characters at home before you pick another weapon and go out again.
    People complaining about the repetitive gameplay clearly don't understand what roguelite is, becaue it is so awesome to find all of the ways that boons can be combined with weapons etc to create powerful combinations.    … Expand
  91. Nat_Why
    Aug 26, 2022
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I don't know what exactly drew me to Hades. Whatever it is, I have to thank it for brining me one of the best roguelike experience in my entire life. I am genuinely, pleasantly surprised by how good this game is. At first, it felt a bit overwhelming, and repetitive, but the more I played it, and the longer I gave it a chance, the more I started to adore and enjoy every single aspect of it. The story is on point. It's not too long, and it doesn't take a long time to beat it once one fully grasps the mechanics of this game. The plot and the characters are amazingly written, and I cannot complain about the number of missions and specific interactions from some characters you may encounter during your playthrough. The game doesn't end as quickly as I thought it would. This game is a true masterpiece in terms of its promising gameplay, as well as a sense of pride once you are "fully" done with it.… Expand
  92. DarthJ
    Aug 28, 2022
    9
    That is my first experience of playing roguelite genre. And i find this game absolutely marvelous by doing what a classical game experience should dose.
  93. edceatsrice
    Sep 15, 2022
    10
    I'm reviewing it based on my enjoyment/cost ratio. This game is an absolute banger. This is the type of game that you can go home to from a long day and just spend an hour on it and destress. Growing up I wasn't exposed to video games as much as the others (strict parents), there are so many little details in this game that make a rogue-lite game like this so fun that I didnt know wasI'm reviewing it based on my enjoyment/cost ratio. This game is an absolute banger. This is the type of game that you can go home to from a long day and just spend an hour on it and destress. Growing up I wasn't exposed to video games as much as the others (strict parents), there are so many little details in this game that make a rogue-lite game like this so fun that I didnt know was possible. If i'm buying games solely based on youtube trailers and graphics I wouldve never picked this game up. But I really can see myself coming back to this game regularly for the foreseeable future.… Expand
  94. ThePercival
    Jan 9, 2023
    9
    Hades is a game that still proves how great and diverse the indie games field is, offering a unique take on the genre of rogue-lites, it introduces the story of Zag, son of Hades, who tries to escape the Underworld, his father's realm, and escape to Olympus, through his journey, Zag meets all the gods of Olympus and the Underworld, whom either poses themselves as allies, or threats.
    The    Hades is a game that still proves how great and diverse the indie games field is, offering a unique take on the genre of rogue-lites, it introduces the story of Zag, son of Hades, who tries to escape the Underworld, his father's realm, and escape to Olympus, through his journey, Zag meets all the gods of Olympus and the Underworld, whom either poses themselves as allies, or threats.
    The visuals are something else, which I must say because of Supergiant's style of making games, that can be seen in Bastion too, although for Hades, every aspect of the visuals contributes to make the player as immersed as possible, the Underworld emits a scary yet comic feels to the player, the design of the enemies is varied, and the animations are nothing to ignore as well, swift, smooth and above all well made.
    The gameplay is also great, each weapon has its own style and way of use, (Personally I like the Spear), although some might feel unbalanced and useless in certain levels or rooms, the varied perks and abilities are also great, but sometimes the Special attack feels completely useless or too slow for the fast paced fights, but still, that adds up to the challenge Hades poses as any other rogue-lite.
    The music is great, memorable and quite good to be honest, and it plays quite a part in immersing you into the game's diabolical atmosphere.
    Now the voice acting and dialogue, that was my favorite part, the execution is top notch, the comic and hilarious dialogues of some of the Gods is great, some are too good at annoying you as well like Dionysus and his vainglorious behavior, Hermes and his fast way of speaking, Zeus and Poseidon at being the good ol' dumb but good hearted uncles, etc... The emotions that each actor emits through their dialogue is honestly something I've never seen in any other game but rarely, and for that Hades earns a special place in my heart.
    In summary, Hades is a great game for those who thrive a fun journey into the realms of hell, all while meeting all the different characters from Greek mythology, so if you're a fan of fast paced gameplay, great visuals and good story telling, this game is right up your alley.    … Expand
  95. Federatie
    Nov 17, 2022
    9
    Awesome roguelite with a great twist on the genre. Building up relationships with characters around the underworld as you go. The gameplay can feel repetitive but it's what you make of it. With many different weapons and ''upgrades'' that you can change each time you die it's on you to change things up.
  96. turgaysenturk
    Dec 16, 2022
    10
    It is one of the best games I played. Great level design, excellent gameplay, fun characters, superb story, perfect soundtracks and more. It shares the title "the best the best rogue-like game" with Dead Cells. I spent 140 hours and it was never boring. I loved everything about this game.
  97. Josle
    Nov 26, 2022
    10
    Such an amazing game, this game redefines what you can get from a rougelike game storywise. Every other rougelike I have played after is pretty unfulfilling compared to Hades. The other great thing to mention is how they balance the difficulty. They start pretty basic, but difficult at the time, and after you complete the run you can then scale up the difficulty manually by changing enemySuch an amazing game, this game redefines what you can get from a rougelike game storywise. Every other rougelike I have played after is pretty unfulfilling compared to Hades. The other great thing to mention is how they balance the difficulty. They start pretty basic, but difficult at the time, and after you complete the run you can then scale up the difficulty manually by changing enemy health, enemy speed, shop item costs, variation on bosses etc. Upscaling the difficulty gets you more resources that can make you more powerful, but also progresses the story, which makes you want to challenge yourself even more.… Expand
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    Nov 27, 2022
    9
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  99. alexwhywaite
    Dec 6, 2022
    10
    In my first playthrough of Hades, I made some clear gameplay mistakes however the biggest mistake I made had nothing to do with gameplay. I completely underestimated how much I would fall in love with the story, the art, the characters, and I think I know why. If you have played the gambit of Rogue-Like games then the story isn’t what you play for. Binding of Isaac doesn’t have a story arcIn my first playthrough of Hades, I made some clear gameplay mistakes however the biggest mistake I made had nothing to do with gameplay. I completely underestimated how much I would fall in love with the story, the art, the characters, and I think I know why. If you have played the gambit of Rogue-Like games then the story isn’t what you play for. Binding of Isaac doesn’t have a story arc that you get lost in, it’s just there. Hades is so very different, and for fans of rogue-lites who don’t embrace that element of the game, they will miss the best parts of what makes this game a masterpiece.

    You are thrusted immediately into the action fueled gameplay, but there’s a subtle difference in the story delivery that I didn’t notice at first even though it was in front of my face. Prince Zagreus is narrating his distasteful thoughts of his father, the brutal god of the underworld Hades from the first moment you take control of him. From there, you find an orb on the ground you interact with that plays a message from the goddess Athena. Zag talks back to it. Supergiant Games found a way to make every single fight, interaction with the environment, gameplay enhancement, and dialogue between characters all tie into the story they were telling.

    I didn’t pay attention however, because this was a rogue-lite and I just wanted to move fast and break things. The gameplay was so action packed and fast, that it didn’t feel like I had a moment to spare to appreciate the uniquely woven story into the fabric of each of my runs.These games are about cool builds, getting stronger each run you play, and seeing if you can climb further than ever before, or so I thought. After eight hours of gameplay I learned the hard way that this game was much deeper, and I already wanted to replay through those same 8 hours to pick up on story tidbits I had been skipping the whole time. So I did.

    I made a new save and started fresh. I had only done twenty or so runs, so this was no big deal to me, because the gameplay had engaged me enough to this point. In other rogue-lites beating the final boss is merely a gameplay victory that nothing of consequence hinges on. This was different. I wanted Zagreus to escape, because he deserved it. I wanted Hades to lose. My escape mattered and suddenly that meant understanding Zag’s relationships to everyone else in the House of Hades. That’s when I began to first notice the game's relationship system unlocked by gifting Nectars, each time opening new dialogue. I also noticed that with each death suddenly there was a new dialogue option with each character also. They talk about your attempted escape, and your relationship with your father. They are all invested in your success or failure. It all came together like a quilt of unique pieces of cloth. Each square was a different unique nugget I hadn’t seen before.

    The game won’t satisfy most rogue-lite die-hards. The gameplay variation in builds, boons, classes, and items pales in comparison to some of the other games in the genre. The layouts and enemies aren’t nearly varied enough to capture your attention alone, and quite frankly your first clear is relatively easy in the end. You are just going to eventually be strong enough to win on raw character power rather than skill. This would leave the typical rogue-like fanboy thirsting for challenge rather unsatisfied, but there is plenty of endgame after unlocking the pact of punishment and hell mode, with endless difficulty scaling. The challenge is there, you just have to speed run to it if you don’t want the story, but try not to for once.

    Hades is a perfect game, and a unique title with so many subtle unique features I’d need a few more pages to discuss them. None of them on their own are mind-blowing, but it’s the experience they all work towards that is. You can spend 4 hours sitting and playing, swapping weapons(classes), growing in power and skill. Every time you do experience changes in gameplay, it will be accompanied by seamless storytelling narrated by a host of characters that you can’t help but care about, and want to learn more about. The single unique element of Hades, is that there isn’t a single thing in the game I can think of that isn’t relative to the narrative, and that’s a feat of immersion no other game I’ve played has ever accomplished. If you miss that part, you missed out on one of the best games and stories of the last 5 years.    … Expand
  100. MeAndMyGamertag
    Dec 26, 2022
    10
    Perfect story. Perfect soundtrack. Perfect gameplay. Perfect acting. etc etc
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#2 Best PC Game of 2020
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#16 Most Discussed PC Game of 2020

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93

Universal acclaim - based on 58 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 58 out of 58
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  1. GRYOnline.pl
    Apr 15, 2022
    95
    Do you know what I'm going to do after writing this review? Play Hades again - for fun. It's just so damn good. Maybe I'll be able to escape hell, maybe not, but I'll be happy to try again.
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  2. IGN Japan
    Jul 6, 2021
    90
    As with previous titles from Supergiant Games, Hades features stellar artwork and music, masterfully creating a world of Greek mythology. The fast-paced action feels great, and the roguelike elements create a synergy with the game’s story, resulting in a truly addictive experience.
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  3. GameSpace
    Feb 17, 2021
    100
    Hades is a roguelike action RPG developed and published by Supergiant Games. It set a new bar for roguelike games with amazing visuals, character development, and storyline. Hades does have a few minor issues that plague most roguelikes. But these don’t impact the overall experience of an amazingly great game.
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