Loop Hero

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  • Summary: The Lich has thrown the world into a timeless loop and plunged its inhabitants into never ending chaos. Wield an expanding deck of mystical cards to place enemies, buildings, and terrain along each unique expedition loop for the brave hero.

Critic Reviews

Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 40 out of 42
  2. Mixed: 2 out of 42
  3. Negative: 0 out of 42
  1. Hooked Gamers
    Mar 17, 2021
    98
    There is much more to praise this game for: the complexity of it’s deckbuilding and tile placements and how these can be a test of knowledge to maximise their potential; the superb blend of gameplay mechanics intertwined with the theme of entropy and destruction as well as the open-design methodology towards accessibility with a series of optional aids. But to talk about these more would be a disservice to the rewarding experience of discovering these mechanics for yourself, so here’s where I’ll leave it...I can think of no higher praise than to admit that even as I write this review, I have Loop Hero playing in the background. My adventurer, step by step, ticking away at his sisyphean struggle to restore the world.
  2. PC Invasion
    Mar 5, 2021
    90
    Thought it seems simplistic at first, it doesn't take long to see the true depth of Loop Hero. Thanks to its very approachable design and killer gameplay hook, this is the kind of addicting and engrossing experience that can steal whole weeks from your life. Just don't say we didn't warn you!
  3. Twinfinite
    Mar 12, 2021
    90
    Loop Hero is yet another stunning gem that fans of the rogue-lite genre will enjoy. It’s a blend of so many different types of games that it becomes a completely unique entity on its own, and it’s hard to think of anything else that offers an experience quite like this one. It’s a game that forces you to trust in your own decisions, commit to them, and either reap the rewards or face the consequences. There’s no control, and that’s the beauty of this game.
  4. Vandal
    Mar 10, 2021
    85
    Quotation forthcoming.
  5. Meristation
    Mar 9, 2021
    82
    Challenging, intelligent and a superbly designed game full of surprises.
  6. PC Games
    Mar 9, 2021
    80
    Loop Hero may not be for everyone, but once you get the hang of it, you will find an experience that feels unique, relaxing and unreasonably addictive.
  7. 4Players.de
    Mar 11, 2021
    68
    Loop Hero delivers an entertaining flow, has a certain esprit and the card placement is a neat idea. But the visuals are bland, there is too little tactical impact and the constant repetition gets tiring.

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Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 8 out of 11
  2. Mixed: 0 out of 11
  3. Negative: 3 out of 11
  1. d3ck3r
    Mar 5, 2021
    10
    Immaculate design, tight balance and gorgeous art, sound, and music make Loop Hero a no-brainer for the price. Rogue-lite gameplay cyclesImmaculate design, tight balance and gorgeous art, sound, and music make Loop Hero a no-brainer for the price. Rogue-lite gameplay cycles between building your town and auto-battling on a closed loop road that you play cards onto, to add buildings and such, which increases the complexity and brings more enemies into the fold at your own pace and to your own taste. I won't say anything about the story since it's fun to discover, but it's solid and plays out at a pleasant pace, with an ethereal fantasy theme. There is tension, close calls, strong comebacks and power fantasy all in perfect balance. If you like games, you will like this game.… Expand
  2. elotrofausto
    Mar 15, 2021
    10
    One more loop and I will go to sleep, but without sleeping.

    Totally worth the €12 I paid for it on Steam. It kinda reminds me of playing    One more loop and I will go to sleep, but without sleeping.

    Totally worth the €12 I paid for it on Steam. It kinda reminds me of playing Arkham Horror board game, mixed with Magic.    … Expand
  4. MonkeyDunk
    Mar 7, 2021
    10
    Amazing. Entirely unique, utterly addicting, deceptively simple. This game is a near masterpiece. If it weren't for the garbageAmazing. Entirely unique, utterly addicting, deceptively simple. This game is a near masterpiece. If it weren't for the garbage dialogue/storytelling, I would say that it's a perfect game. But don't let that deter you. The story is hardly the focal point here. Which is why it still gets a solid 10 from me.… Expand
  5. Dyspo23535
    Mar 11, 2021
    10
    This game is so addicting. You just want to keep playing it even after each failed run.
  6. Blathenberg
    Mar 13, 2021
    9
    Sometimes i just feel grinding but overall very unique and suprising game. Already played more than 30 hours, so addictive.
  7. cottandy
    Mar 14, 2021
    8
    A great example of brilliant realization of an idea.
    If you don't try it, you will surely miss numerous hours of gaming.
    You need to build    A great example of brilliant realization of an idea.
    If you don't try it, you will surely miss numerous hours of gaming.
    You need to build the world from the ashes, and you either fail, succeed or need to grab your self out of it before night ends.
    The worst positive aspect of the game is it's too addictive because of the gameplay. Nice art and music too. Everything is fine with this game.    … Expand
  8. ZelaS
    Mar 9, 2021
    0
    Beautiful, original, simple and extremely repetitive and grindy Skinner box. For those who love to kill time!

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