Hades

This is the most complete and flawless game I've ever played. Throughout my time I have never once been frustrated to have to go through the same dungeons over again. Each "run" through the game's dungeons can be entirely different based on your character's build, though different weapons, abilities, and skills called "boons" that you obtain from the different Greek gods. Combat is smooth, impactful, and very satisfying. It's very responsive and is one of the best among isometric ARPGs. This game can be enjoyed by everyone; no matter if you play games for the story or if you are a hyper competitive speed runner. Honestly I can't find any fault in this game.

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.

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.

A wonderfully packaged title that provides on all fronts. Excellently voiced, rich gameplay, beautiful scenery, and enthralling story are all present. Hades' most redeemable quality is in its replayability with "one more run" a common feeling to experience. A wide and vast assortment of boons, weapons, and keepsakes you gather along the way make the journey feel fresh even in the later stages of the game with "up the ante" style conditions to make a more challenging run. Death is inescapable, but with Hades it is how you learn. It's very rewarding to conquer what cut you down on a previous run and you'll feel that throughout your progress. Occasionally the RNG can frustrate, but that hardly detracts from the overall experience. With plenty of cosmetic flare, friends to make, and heat challenges to conquer! Hades will pull you in and you'll be glad it did with a confirmed sequel in the near future.

*My first rougelike experience* Played on PC - 84 hours - every achievement.

Looking forward to Hades II.