Rogue Loops: A Hades-Inspired Roguelike with a Twist
The upcoming indie roguelike, Rogue Loops, is generating excitement with its striking resemblance to Hades in both art style and core gameplay loop. However, Rogue Loops introduces a unique mechanic that sets it apart. While a release date isn't yet confirmed, it's slated for PC release in early 2025. A free demo is currently available on Steam, offering players a sneak peek.
The roguelike genre's recent surge in popularity has seen numerous interpretations, from action-packed titles like Returnal to classic dungeon crawlers reminiscent of Hades and its early-access sequel. Rogue Loops clearly draws inspiration from the latter, featuring a repetitive dungeon with randomly generated loot and ability upgrades, viewed from a top-down perspective.
Though comparisons to Hades are inevitable, given its Steam trailer and demo, Rogue Loops distinguishes itself with a compelling twist: ability upgrades come with significant downsides.
This mechanic echoes Hades' Chaos Gates, which provide powerful upgrades at the cost of detrimental effects. However, in Rogue Loops, these "curses" are more impactful and varied, potentially affecting the entire playthrough.
The narrative centers around a family trapped in a deadly time loop. Players navigate five floors of dungeons, each filled with unique enemies and bosses. As expected from a roguelike, each run unlocks procedural upgrades, allowing for diverse character builds through a combination of beneficial and detrimental effects.
While a precise release date remains elusive, the Steam page indicates a Q1 2025 launch. Until then, the free demo (offering access to the first floor) and other similar titles like Dead Cells and Hades 2 provide ample entertainment.
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