Hades

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  1. curzon_dax
    Sep 20, 2020
    9
    The game deserves no less than a 90% score. What it sets out to do for the genre is impeccable and the gameplay is well above average and even the voice acting is amazing. If I were to have some criticism apart from a few glitches in the level design here in there I would say that the main problem is that if you want to complete it once by taking notice of its gameplay once and you don'tThe game deserves no less than a 90% score. What it sets out to do for the genre is impeccable and the gameplay is well above average and even the voice acting is amazing. If I were to have some criticism apart from a few glitches in the level design here in there I would say that the main problem is that if you want to complete it once by taking notice of its gameplay once and you don't want to spend WEEKS grinding for it to see the entire story it's lacking in that you will never see the whole story without extreme grinding.… Expand
  2. cubewars
    Feb 1, 2021
    5
    Completely solid in all aspects, levels of polish and balance that very few games manage to reach.
  3. nismo10
    Sep 25, 2020
    10
    Lo he jugado al rededor de 6 horas y no me canso de jugarlo, me parece una mezcla con lo mejor de Diablo III, Castlevania SOTN y The binding of Issac, simplemente, me encantó
  4. glauciobg
    Sep 22, 2020
    10
    One of the 2020’s most engaging and satisfying games to play just for fun, to get lost in its many chambers with amazing gameplay and bursting personality in its storytelling and art direction. Once more: one of 2020’s finest.
  5. touchofheaven
    Sep 22, 2020
    8
    Supergiant Games опять порадовали. Отличный рогалик в интересном сеттинге, понравились боевка и прокачка, музыка так же неплохая, диалоги достаточно забавные.
    Из минусов - малое разнообразие врагов и локаций, тру концовку получил после 10 успешного забега и к этому времени игра мне все таки поднадоела.    Supergiant Games опять порадовали. Отличный рогалик в интересном сеттинге, понравились боевка и прокачка, музыка так же неплохая, диалоги достаточно забавные.
    Из минусов - малое разнообразие врагов и локаций, тру концовку получил после 10 успешного забега и к этому времени игра мне все таки поднадоела.
  6. Reed618
    Jan 10, 2021
    10
    I wasn't really into bastion or transistor so initially I intended to ignore hades but wow... I had no idea this would become such a phenomenon.
    I'm generally not a rogue like fan. The only one i've finished is moonlighter. I enjoyed dead cells and enter the gungeon but lost interest over time.
    Hades is a ten for me for the art alone... my word... it's such a pleasure to walk around and    I wasn't really into bastion or transistor so initially I intended to ignore hades but wow... I had no idea this would become such a phenomenon.
    I'm generally not a rogue like fan. The only one i've finished is moonlighter. I enjoyed dead cells and enter the gungeon but lost interest over time.
    Hades is a ten for me for the art alone... my word... it's such a pleasure to walk around and take in the sights.
    I'm also very impressed with the voice work and soundtrack accompanying this too. Having all of the characters fully voiced is very impressive and rare in the world of indie games. It helps a lot in building up these characters.
    The combat is also super fun and the boons help a lot in keeping each run feel varied. I also love how progression was designed in this game. I'm not only gaining currency for temporary and permanent character upgrades but also keys for unlocking new weapons and gems for improving and expanding the starting area. Keeping a player motivated to continue can be tough in rogue likes but I think supergiant nailed it.
    All in all... i'm deeply impressed and I'm thinking I should check out pyre too. Congrats to supergiant on making one of the top games of 2020 :).    … Expand
  7. frederik1478
    Jan 2, 2021
    10
    The best game I played 2020 , I have never really liked Randomly generated games But the strong story and combat i got I enjoyed So much that I had to play Until I get the final ending and then the secret ending and then all the characters heart and conversations and I could not get enough of it , And after have played this non-stop for two weeks I would say that my heart is filled withThe best game I played 2020 , I have never really liked Randomly generated games But the strong story and combat i got I enjoyed So much that I had to play Until I get the final ending and then the secret ending and then all the characters heart and conversations and I could not get enough of it , And after have played this non-stop for two weeks I would say that my heart is filled with warm emotions for the theme of family and togetherness in this game , Don't hesitate go out and buy it… Expand
  8. Emrys89
    Jan 7, 2021
    9
    After 15 hours of game-play, over 50 deaths and a whole lot of fun time. I can conclude that this is a magnificent way to spend your time playing.

    Here is a list of things i felt necessary to bring up when it comes to this game: - Music is fantastic, I loved whenever I entered a battle especially a boss that the music would pump me up so good I would be so hyped to play. - Game-play    After 15 hours of game-play, over 50 deaths and a whole lot of fun time. I can conclude that this is a magnificent way to spend your time playing.

    Here is a list of things i felt necessary to bring up when it comes to this game:

    - Music is fantastic, I loved whenever I entered a battle especially a boss that the music would pump me up so good I would be so hyped to play.
    - Game-play is fun and enjoyable. Your build up can be experimental but you can also reset it to rebuild your stats to work for you. There's also the Godmode for those of us who would more like to focus on the story.
    - Story, I truly enjoy the story. Zagreus journey is a blast to enjoy and the mystery is intriguing and kept me going back. The characters we meet is both colorful and enjoyable to interact with.

    - You will die - a lot! And you will have to start over from start over and over again. For many this will be a con. The game-play is rougelike, with the premise that you will die many times as you progress further along. But you will get better as you continue playing and updating your stats.

    - Godmode. This helped me alot. I will admit I haven't been a long time gamer, I have played a few games in my childhood but I mainly play to have an enjoyable time. If the game makes me to frustrated I will either try an easier mode but often Easy mode is never fun to me. It makes it to easy and I always try to play a game on Normal. Godmode helped me here because each time I died in the game I would feel a bit frustrated because I didn't feel like I got any further. Godmode gave me a bit of leeway. Each time I died I would gain 2 % resistance. It will continue to give you this bonus until you cap it of at 80% resistanse damage. This honestly helped me alot. It gave me some breathing space as I progressed through the game, but it did NOT make the rest of the playthrough easier. It allowed me to play on my terms and I could at anytime turn of the god mode. This also allowed me to learn the game mechanics in my own time.

    Who I would recommend this to?
    To you who likes Rougelike games, or would like to try a rougelike game. For us who enjoy a good story to your games and a gameplay which will both frustrate you but also fulfill you.
    If you however find the idea of dying over and over again and starting over at square one everytime. Then I would not recommend this game to you.    … Expand
  9. DrOook
    Jan 5, 2021
    10
    WOW!

    Ilm playing Hades for a more than a month... almost 170 runs... The more I play, the more I'm impressed... the game still renewed itself every 6-8 runs... the dialogues seems to be infinite... There is only love of gaming in this one. Pure love ! This is no game, this is a piece of art. So beautiful, so deep, so everything... I cant understand why this came is sold at this price...    WOW!

    Ilm playing Hades for a more than a month... almost 170 runs...
    The more I play, the more I'm impressed... the game still renewed itself every 6-8 runs... the dialogues seems to be infinite...

    There is only love of gaming in this one. Pure love ! This is no game, this is a piece of art. So beautiful, so deep, so everything...

    I cant understand why this came is sold at this price... îll pay twice what it costed to me for this quality of gaming!

    Wow again!    … Expand
  10. churros
    Jan 15, 2021
    9
    Pros:
    + well balanced
    + weapon variety
    + outstanding progression
    + attention to detail
    + amazing artstyle
    + responsive controls
    + rich lore
    + side content

    Cons:
    - screen can get cluttered
  11. EmCza
    Feb 8, 2022
    1
    Maybe this is first rogue-lite with storytelling but plot is medicore and dialoges are joke of inteligence of the gamers. Gameplay is chaotic and dull. If you want great action rogue-lite choose Dead Cells or Curse of Dead Gods; if you want great story packed with action you can choose RPGs like Witcher and Xenoblade, or choose slashers like Bayonetta and No More Heroes; if you want bothMaybe this is first rogue-lite with storytelling but plot is medicore and dialoges are joke of inteligence of the gamers. Gameplay is chaotic and dull. If you want great action rogue-lite choose Dead Cells or Curse of Dead Gods; if you want great story packed with action you can choose RPGs like Witcher and Xenoblade, or choose slashers like Bayonetta and No More Heroes; if you want both choose Diablo 1 (or 2) ; you can also choose hard, dark, slow action roguelites like Darkest Dungeon or Sunless Sea (both games have great storytelling);

    Hades is very polished game in many aspects, but is not good roguelite game at all    … Expand
  12. lovesushi
    Sep 21, 2020
    10
    I don’t play rogue like games usually but this... this is a really great and addictive game with a beautiful soundtrack. i can’t stop playing, it’s just crazy. absolutely can recommend this!
  13. aberda00
    Jan 6, 2021
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Hades is a perfect showcase of difficultly in video games done well, for all players who play it. I got my first clear 6 hours in, after getting a new weapon and enough darkness to get the three bloodstones. This gentle increase in power as you play the game, alongside knowledge and mechanical skill allows players to break through the end at the point where it feels best. Never dragging it out when it is too easy, and rarely allowing a brick wall when it is too hard. It may take longer to finish for less skilled players, but they are given the opportunity to overcome, to feel balanced challenge, a stark contrast to some other games that follow in the footsteps of Dark Souls. And when you do beat it for the first time, the beautiful scenery and soundtrack that follows makes you feel all the powerful emotions that Zagreus does, making you want to do it again immediately.… Expand
  14. LunaresArienal
    Dec 12, 2020
    9
    Hadès is a great roguelite.

    Not only does it offer a great challenge, continuously improved, but it also provides tons of fun, an overall nice story quite deeper than one would expect from that kind of game. If you're into ancient Greek mythology you'll be pleased at the characterization of all those deities. There are decoration options, relationship options, the variety of builds    Hadès is a great roguelite.

    Not only does it offer a great challenge, continuously improved, but it also provides tons of fun, an overall nice story quite deeper than one would expect from that kind of game. If you're into ancient Greek mythology you'll be pleased at the characterization of all those deities.

    There are decoration options, relationship options, the variety of builds is enormous and I couldn't find boredom in over 45 hours of game. I am convinced I could sink 45 more and not see the end of what Hades has to give.

    Smooth gameplay and great manoeuverability, although - as usual for most Switch games I played - docked and handled mode tend to make a difference in gameplay rythm big enough to make your life more complicated.

    If you're into roguelites, definitely go with this one.    … Expand
  15. mrjyu
    Jan 7, 2021
    10
    I have kept playing The Binding of Isaac on the Switch for over 900 hours. Now a worthy replacement. This game's voice acting is so good and soothing that I can never get mad at failing one run.
  16. AdventureGames
    Jan 11, 2021
    10
    This is an amazing never-ending game.
    Fantastic smooth game play, sets, "cinematic" chats are pretty short and beautiful.
    There are so many things to discover, things to tweak and improve (trying to stay spoiler free) that even if you keep going through the "same" route all the time, with that array of weapons that you have, going through that ever changing maze is never twice the same    This is an amazing never-ending game.
    Fantastic smooth game play, sets, "cinematic" chats are pretty short and beautiful.
    There are so many things to discover, things to tweak and improve (trying to stay spoiler free) that even if you keep going through the "same" route all the time, with that array of weapons that you have, going through that ever changing maze is never twice the same experience.
    Which is probably why I keep going back to it...    … Expand
  17. drlowdon
    Mar 4, 2021
    9
    When Zagrues, the immortal Son of Hades, learns the identity of his real birth mother he attempts to escape from the underworld in order to find out the truth behind his lineage. Unfortunately, Hades has other ideas, and he soon realises he’ll have to fight his way past many angry lost souls along the way.

    Hades is another entry into the crowded ‘rougelike’ genre, but it is arguably the    When Zagrues, the immortal Son of Hades, learns the identity of his real birth mother he attempts to escape from the underworld in order to find out the truth behind his lineage. Unfortunately, Hades has other ideas, and he soon realises he’ll have to fight his way past many angry lost souls along the way.

    Hades is another entry into the crowded ‘rougelike’ genre, but it is arguably the best yet. The combat is excellent, with weapons and upgrades offering endless combinations of play styles to be experimented with, and a variety of enemy types each requiring different tactics. Although death will require players to start again, certain items are retained to allow players to upgrade their weapons and abilities to help with the next attempt, and this goes a long way towards reducing the frustration that games in the genre can generate.

    Add to this an interesting narrative, told by through a humorous and well voiced script, and you have the best game of 2020.    … Expand
  18. Bitek
    Mar 13, 2021
    8
    fun game with many hours of game play. I like how story develops and how the story keeps you playing the game over and over again. The game is short and once it is completed you will need to start it from the beginning to uncover full story of Zagreus. Combat is challenging and you will die a lot ! Weapons , special powers are all cool. Enemies and bosses are tough but there is always "godfun game with many hours of game play. I like how story develops and how the story keeps you playing the game over and over again. The game is short and once it is completed you will need to start it from the beginning to uncover full story of Zagreus. Combat is challenging and you will die a lot ! Weapons , special powers are all cool. Enemies and bosses are tough but there is always "god mode" for less skilled players. overall polished title. if you like dark souls type of game. Games that will challenge your reflexes then this game is for you.… Expand
  19. JoaoRodarte
    Jan 22, 2021
    10
    This is the best Rogue-Like game I have ever played. It is incredibly fun to play and to re-play multiple times. I can't believe how cheap it is for all the quality, content and fun it delivers. On top of the insane gameplay, you also get top level storytelling and best-in-class character development, not mentioning the endless dialog and voice acting efforts that were invested into it.This is the best Rogue-Like game I have ever played. It is incredibly fun to play and to re-play multiple times. I can't believe how cheap it is for all the quality, content and fun it delivers. On top of the insane gameplay, you also get top level storytelling and best-in-class character development, not mentioning the endless dialog and voice acting efforts that were invested into it. For sure this was my favorite game of 2020 and I hope to keep playing it for a while in 2021.… Expand
  20. ShadowofZexa
    Oct 25, 2021
    9
    Hades is truly a great game in every sense of the word the gameplay, story, characters all feel so well done and it feels very unique there is some slowdown on the Nintendo Switch version whenever it gets a little hectic and there's a lot of stuff happening on the screen which ranges to be a little annoying to very frustrating due to the framerate getting you killed. However dying in thisHades is truly a great game in every sense of the word the gameplay, story, characters all feel so well done and it feels very unique there is some slowdown on the Nintendo Switch version whenever it gets a little hectic and there's a lot of stuff happening on the screen which ranges to be a little annoying to very frustrating due to the framerate getting you killed. However dying in this game doesn't feel as punishing since you are learning more and about the story. characters and being able to update your skills. Another awesome feature of this game is the cross saves between PC and Switch and it works excellently. If Switch is the only platform you have and you want to play a solid action game with interesting characters and great story I would 100% recommend this game.
    If you do have other platforms mainly PC(doesn't take much to run this game) I would recommend that version in a heartbeat.    … Expand
  21. jameson95
    Dec 19, 2020
    7
    Fun for a few hours. The more you get into the game, the more grindey it feels. It is quite deflating to finally unlock special upgrades only to find that those upgrades are worthless. Seriously how many hours does this game expect me to play with no plot to speak of, fighting the goddamn same enemies over and over, and same random upgrades? Like why is it so much work to get a diamond? IFun for a few hours. The more you get into the game, the more grindey it feels. It is quite deflating to finally unlock special upgrades only to find that those upgrades are worthless. Seriously how many hours does this game expect me to play with no plot to speak of, fighting the goddamn same enemies over and over, and same random upgrades? Like why is it so much work to get a diamond? I thought this wasn’t a true rogue like, but I can’t even make progress because I stop getting rewarded.

    Combat is also very very straight forward, and a lot of times there’s so many effects on the screen I can’t even tell if I’m about to get hit. What’s up wit h that?

    I would buy if it’s on sale but don’t be surprised when it is not GotY quality.    … Expand
  22. adrenilinmatt
    Dec 3, 2020
    10
    I was fortunate enough to stumble on this game very early in its life. When it had less than 1000 steam reviews. Thus, i have had the distinct pleasure of seeing this game grow into the phenomenal piece of art it is today.

    it deserves every bit of praise it gets. There is truly no game like it.
  23. Laku
    Nov 30, 2020
    9
    Fast-paced brawler combat that is dynamic. The world can get slightly repetitive and thus feels a little small, but the top-tier writing, voices, beautiful world, and dynamic dialogue help with this.

    The difficulty curve is close to perfect. The soundtrack was okay, not mind-blowing (plenty of electric guitar during combat). A good selection of weapons to choose from that all feel    Fast-paced brawler combat that is dynamic. The world can get slightly repetitive and thus feels a little small, but the top-tier writing, voices, beautiful world, and dynamic dialogue help with this.

    The difficulty curve is close to perfect. The soundtrack was okay, not mind-blowing (plenty of electric guitar during combat). A good selection of weapons to choose from that all feel different.

    The reasons to play this game are to experience the great characters / writing, and to experience the dynamic "boon" system where you shape your combat strategy by choosing among three boons after each sub-stage. Boon synergy and the impact of your choices is at the core of this game.

    This game's flaw is that it spaces the weapon / character upgrades out too thin. After finally "beating" the game for the first time, I felt like I only uncovered 70% of the content, and acquired only 50% of it all. The game is long enough and doesn't need to withhold upgrades to artificially add "end-game content."    … Expand
  24. PaleNielsen
    Mar 25, 2022
    10
    I never get tired playing this game when I got addicted to it. Even my girlfriend played it for a long time and she's not even a gamer. Even got interested in speedruns of this game which I never do expect for this game. one of my great switch games purchases of all time. each runs is unique for the first parts cause you need to experiment on a lot of weapons and random powers you obtain.I never get tired playing this game when I got addicted to it. Even my girlfriend played it for a long time and she's not even a gamer. Even got interested in speedruns of this game which I never do expect for this game. one of my great switch games purchases of all time. each runs is unique for the first parts cause you need to experiment on a lot of weapons and random powers you obtain. if you haven't played this game yet you're really missing out.… Expand
  25. indi01
    Jan 20, 2022
    9
    This game genre is not for everyone, but it's incredible what was achieved here. The take on a usually neglected side of greek mythology is so intriguing, and the gameplay is always fresh thanks to all the variations in runs. I was particularly impressed by the music, really fits the whole atmosphere. Maybe I can nitpick some flaws here and there, but overall, a solid choice.
  26. DinoBeam
    Apr 30, 2022
    6
    Hades has a cool idea, and the characters are really lovable and alive, though it is just a glorified grind without much payoff. You can collect an item to level up your relationships with other characters, and I was very excited to see what would happen when I did, though I beat the final boss before anything did happen. Then the game tells you to do it again and again for the 'real'Hades has a cool idea, and the characters are really lovable and alive, though it is just a glorified grind without much payoff. You can collect an item to level up your relationships with other characters, and I was very excited to see what would happen when I did, though I beat the final boss before anything did happen. Then the game tells you to do it again and again for the 'real' ending. Even playing 3 hours more I didn't make progress with any characters, you don't even know if you'll find that item out there, or if the character you want to talk to will even be around!

    The combat is that serviceable and then bland feeling Supergiant combat with that same Deviantart.com art style. The music is the same bland music they always have.

    You feel addicted to wanting to upgrade your relationships, home, and character, and the combat to do it feels like a bland and stressful slog, as it is often a gangbang-bullethell game.    … Expand
  27. Hyph
    Nov 9, 2020
    10
    This game deserves all of the praise it gets.
    Be prepared to be transported to another world when you play.
    Also be warned that this game is CRACK haha once you get going its hard to put down.

    Soon they will be releasing cross-saves so you can own this on PC/Switch and progress on both.
    If you are somehow on the fence with this title....just spend the money and try it out...you will LOVE it!
  28. johanBjorn
    Dec 1, 2020
    10
    Phenomenal. I love the voice acting and art design especially. The gameplay feels like Dead Cells mixed with Transistor, and it just scratches all the right itches.

    Supergiant games has never let me down.
  29. jcboyer515
    Aug 15, 2021
    10
    Totally excellent in every way. Can't recommend this game enough. 2020 goty
  30. elpsycongruent
    Aug 5, 2022
    10
    I don't think it would be exaggerating to call this the perfect roguelike. The gameplay, plot, and characters are all fabulous, and are all integrated perfectly. A true masterpiece.
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  1. Ninty Fresh Magazine
    Dec 21, 2020
    95
    Supergiant knock it out the park once again with a practically flawless game. Love roguelites? Buy Hades. Don’t love roguelites? Buy Hades. You soon will. [Issue #2, p.58]
  2. Pure Nintendo
    Dec 21, 2020
    95
    Hades is a complete package. The writing will make you laugh, the gameplay will make you smile, the bosses will frustrate you, and the art will make you stare in awe. All of which combined makes Hades a must-play, and once you start, you won’t want to stop.
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  3. Hey Poor Player
    Dec 14, 2020
    90
    Despite how long I’ve been ranting here, there’s plenty more I could say about Hades. But honestly, I feel it’s best you discover for yourself why I’m so enamored of Supergiant’s latest adventure. Though the game isn’t quite perfect, it truly earned the accolades it’s been receiving. And honestly, if they decide to implement some additional content later on, most of my complaints would be rendered moot. This is honestly my favorite game yet by Supergiant Games, and easily one of my favorite indies of 2020. If you love rogue and need something new to enjoy, be sure to put this one on your wishlist.
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