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Deathless. The Hero Quest

Xbox Series X|S, PC (Microsoft Windows), PlayStation 5, Nintendo Switch • 2024

Should you play it?

In Deathless, elements of a collectible card game, roguelike, and turn-based strategy combine seamlessly. Build a unique deck of cards, discover unusual relics, and defeat legendary bosses. No two journeys will ever be the same with endless Path. Crush the Evil and save the world!

What works
  • Beautiful art and animations
  • Engaging slavic folklore setting
  • Deep strategic deck building
  • Varied heroes with unique mechanics
  • High replayability and progression
Things to keep in mind
  • Randomness can frustrate players
  • Final boss difficulty and balance issues
  • Limited story and narrative depth
  • Slow combat animations without fast-forward
  • No multiplayer or social features

What to play next

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Hidden Gems

Less popular games with surprisingly high similarity

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  • CD 2: Trap Master

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Deathless. The Hero Quest: A very typical example of its motivational profile. Motivations that often define this kind of title include Fellowship, Violence, Cooperation, Survival. Here, the score leans higher than usual among comparable games on Relaxation, Expression. It leans lower than usual among comparable games on Leadership.

Why this game works

A motivational profile of the game, with the closest similar game for each player motivation.

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