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Vampire Survivors is a thrilling time survival game with roguelite elements. In a world overrun by devils, your only goal is to survive as long as possible. Collect gold to buy upgrades and aid future survivors. This indie phenomenon offers bullet hell action and now features local co-op for up to 4 players. With support for multiple input methods, Vampire Survivors is an addictive and immersive experience that will keep you on the edge of your seat!
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Dive into the thrilling world of Risk of Rain 2, a 3D roguelike game filled with challenging monsters and enormous bosses. With over 110 powerful items to discover and eleven unique characters to play, you'll never run out of strategies to try. Whether you're playing solo or teaming up with friends online, you're in for an endlessly enjoyable experience.
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Hades is a thrilling action-adventure game that takes you on a journey through Greek mythology, where you play as the son of Hades trying to escape from the underworld. With its addictive gameplay, memorable characters, and stunning visual design, you'll be hooked from the start.
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Cult of the Lamb is an eerie triumph of dungeon crawling and society-building. As the titular Lamb, your job is to gather devotees to worship an imprisoned elder-god and defeat four heretic bishops. You will wield a randomly chosen weapon and uncover tarot cards to power up. You need to manage your cult, keep them faithful and make sure they are fed, cleaned, housed and preached to.
What we like:
Unique two part gameplay with dungeon crawler and cult management simulator elements
Darkly cute art style
Sharp gameplay
No choice in weapons or power ups for each run so no two runs are ever the same
What could be improved:
Short time limit in labyrinths to ensure that dead bodies are buried and prayers offered or risk dissent among followers
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Loop Hero is a rogue-like adventure RPG strategy card game featuring a top-down deck & dungeon-building auto-battler with resource and settlement management systems. The player must traverse an ever-looping route to defeat rivals and build the world around them while managing their resources, equipment and buffs.
What we like:
Easy to understand mechanics
Aesthetically minimalistic package
Procedurally generated path
On-the-fly item management
Resource management systems
8 bit 80's goth flair soundtrack
What could be improved:
Dusty blue & orange colour palette may not be to everyone's taste
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Balatro is a thrilling blend of poker and roguelike deck-building that will keep you on the edge of your seat. Master the art of poker hands and harness the power of unique Joker cards to outsmart your opponents. Explore a dazzling world filled with challenges, upgrades, and the addicting rush of unlocking new strategies with every play. Are you ready to take on the ultimate card battle?
What we like:
Unique blend of poker and roguelike mechanics
Deep customization with Jokers and booster packs
Engaging boss mechanics that add to the game's challenge
High replay value with endless run and challenge modes
Accessible to newcomers while offering depth for veterans
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Dead Cells is a challenging and rewarding roguevania game that offers a variety of weapons and spells to choose from in a nonlinear progression world. With every run being different, the game's tough but fair combat promises hours of fun and excitement. The game also offers regular free updates, making it a must-play for anyone who loves rogue-like or metroidvania games.
Wizard of Legend is a fast-paced dungeon crawler with rogue-like elements that will have you addicted from the very first level. Battle through challenges, collect spells and relics, and build your magical arsenal to fit your playstyle. With over 100 unique spells and items, there are endless possibilities for creating devastating combinations. Get ready for some spell-slinging action!
What we like:
Fun and satisfying gameplay
Variety of builds and playstyles
Inexpensive game from small developers
Collecting spells adds replay value
Online mode coming soon
What could be improved:
Extremely difficult and punishing
Lack of information on item descriptions and cursed relics
Map design can artificially increase difficulty
Bosses and enemies become drastically harder as levels progress
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Dicey Dungeons is a unique and addictive roguelike game that features charming artwork and a funky soundtrack. The game offers six different classes and throws players into dungeon-crawling adventures where luck and strategy are equally important. With dozens of enemies and an endless replay value, Dicey Dungeons is a must-play for anyone looking for a fast-paced deckbuilding roguelike game with a unique twist.
What we like:
Charming and unique visual section
Phenomenal soundtrack
Simple to learn gameplay loop with enough versatility
Lots of replay value
Interesting and creative proposal in the deckbuilding roguelike genre
What could be improved:
Lack of player agency
Heavy reliance on random generation
Unsatisfying experience due to lack of meaningful decisions
Shallow enemy roster with few chances to augment equipment
Spelunky 2 is a difficult but rewarding roguelike game that builds upon the original with new mechanics, biomes and challenges. You must navigate through biomes while trying to gather treasure and rescue animals to gain health. With many changes from the first game, it’s sure to test your skills and keep you on your toes.