Upcoming Roguelike Has Big Hades Vibes

Rogue Loops: A Hades-Inspired Roguelike with a Twist

The upcoming indie roguelike, Rogue Loops, is generating buzz with its striking resemblance to Hades, both visually and in its core gameplay loop. However, Rogue Loops introduces a unique mechanic that sets it apart from the pack. While a release date hasn't been officially announced (currently slated for Q1 2025), a free demo is available on Steam, offering players a sneak peek.

The game features a recurring dungeon structure, complete with randomly generated loot and ability upgrades. But here's the twist: each upgrade comes with a distinct downside, significantly impacting gameplay strategy. This mechanic echoes Hades' Chaos Gates, but in Rogue Loops, these "curses" are more impactful and potentially persistent throughout an entire playthrough.

The narrative centers around a family trapped in a deadly time loop. Players navigate five floors of increasingly challenging dungeons, battling unique enemies and bosses. Classic roguelike elements are present, with procedurally generated upgrades allowing for diverse character builds, leveraging both beneficial buffs and detrimental debuffs.

While a precise release date remains elusive, the Steam page indicates a Q1 2025 launch. Until then, players can explore the first floor via the free demo. In the meantime, other excellent roguelikes like Dead Cells and Hades 2 provide ample entertainment.

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Key Features:

• Hades-inspired art style and gameplay loop.
• Recurring dungeon with randomized loot.
• Ability upgrades with significant downsides.
• Five-floor dungeon with unique enemies and bosses.
• Procedurally generated upgrades for diverse builds.
• Free demo available on Steam.
• Expected PC release in Q1 2025.

Where to Find It:

• Steam
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