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Hades vs Portal 2
Hades
64 positive (81%) · 11 mixed (14%) · 4 negative (5%)
Trust + time weighted: +76%
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Hades is widely regarded as a benchmark in the roguelite genre, frequently praised for its exceptional soundtrack, art direction, and a narrative that integrates seamlessly with its gameplay mechanics. It is often cited as a premier 'gateway' game for those who typically dislike roguelikes due to its accessible difficulty curve and rewarding progression system.
Pros
- Exceptional 'god tier' soundtrack and art direction
- Strong narrative integration with unique dialogue that persists across many runs
- Accessible difficulty curve that eases players into the roguelike genre
- Excellent performance on less demanding hardware like the Nintendo Switch and laptops
Cons
- Visual readability can suffer during intense encounters due to particle and projectile clutter
- Limited variety in boss fights and alternate paths compared to other genre heavyweights
- The 'Heat' difficulty system can feel repetitive for some players in the late game
Top excerpts
it would make a big difference on games like Hades or Ori that are less demanding but still gorgeous.
And compare +20% attack speed to enemies dropping fish, especially since food isn’t very rare to come by. You can get really shafted by the Tarot selection, even worse than getting the dreaded Boot in Slay the Spire. ... (think Boons in Hades, or Relics in Slay the Spire)
Parent context: The Bastion soundtrack is still in my active listening rotation to this day. Simply a god tier OST. Reply: Same as Hades, easily some of the best tracks of the decade.
I liked the aesthetic of Hades but didn't get far at all.
In a genre packed with heavyweights like *Hades*, *Dead Cells*, and *The Binding of Isaac*, this game tends to fly under the radar—and that’s a shame.
Portal 2
21 positive (91%) · 1 mixed (4%) · 1 negative (4%)
Trust + time weighted: +87%
Top excerpts
We really didn't know how good we had it in 2011, huh? Portal 2, Uncharted 3, TES5: Skyrim, oh and a little game called Deus Ex: Human Revolution (DXHR). What a year! A real high water mark in the medium
I thought great now I know how to play Portal, Portal 2 should be a cinch. ... Not sure why it just clicked, but it's been known to happen with people who return to something after extended time. I'm going to finish it soon. So far, I'd give it a 8.5/10 Great
Parent context: It’s a perfect game. There’s probably 5-10 games I consider perfect, and this is one of them. Reply: Any time the game is brought up, I reiterate that this is one of the funniest pieces of media ever.
It’s a perfect game. There’s probably 5-10 games I consider perfect, and this is one of them.
Parent context: It’s a perfect game. There’s probably 5-10 games I consider perfect, and this is one of them. Reply: My only complaint is that it's too short! But I suppose it's better to leave people wanting more than overstay your welcome.