Ahead of sequel, stunning 98%-rated roguelike is cheaper than ever

There's a difference between good hard games and bad hard games. When difficulty is at its worst, you feel frustrated, and like it's impossible to make any meaningful progress. But when the greatest roguelikes get it right, your deaths and losses become a fundamental part of your emotional experience. Punishment as a mechanic. Game over as a reward. You lose weapons and resources, but you gain insight, and the joy of a gaming journey that's all yours. As Hades 2 draws near, its superlative predecessor remains a must play, and is now cheaper than ever.

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