Players Like...

❤ Procedural Skill Tree

Players praise the unique procedurally-generated skill tree system at the core of the gameplay loop. Each run starts with players selecting a set of skills to include in the skill tree, which then dynamically expands and changes as they progress through the levels. This allows for a high degree of build variety, as no two runs will have the same skill tree or progression path. Players can tailor the skill tree to synergize with their chosen character and weapon loadout, creating increasingly powerful and specialized builds.

❤ Weapon and Character Builds

In addition to the skill tree, players can choose from a variety of melee and ranged weapons, as well as different playable characters, each with their own unique stat bonuses and abilities. Combining these elements allows players to experiment with a wide range of playstyles, from slow but hard-hitting melee builds to fast-paced ranged bombardment strategies. The ability to customize both the skill tree and the character/weapon loadout is a core source of the game's replayability and depth.

❤ Challenging Gameplay

Players describe the gameplay as a challenging, bullet-hell style experience. Enemies and boss fights provide a significant threat, requiring players to dodge and weave through waves of projectiles while managing their skill usage and positioning. The difficulty scales over time, with later waves and boss encounters becoming increasingly complex and overwhelming. This sense of constantly increasing challenge motivates players to keep refining and optimizing their builds in order to progress further.

❤ Progression and Unlocks

As players progress through runs and unlock new skills, weapons, and characters, the available options for future runs expand. This meta-progression system encourages players to continue playing, as they work towards unlocking new and potentially game-changing abilities. The ability to carry over some progress between runs, such as unlocked skills and modifiers, helps to alleviate the sting of permadeath and provides a sense of steady advancement over time.

❤ Community and Competitive Elements

The game features online leaderboards and a system for creating private leagues, allowing players to compete against each other for the highest scores. This competitive aspect, combined with the game's depth of build customization, has resonated with players who enjoy the challenge of optimizing their runs and comparing their performance against others.