Deeper Than Hell

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Deeper Than Hell is a single player and multiplayer role playing game with a fantasy theme. It was developed by SadOnionDev and was released on December 4, 2024. It received positive reviews from players.

Deeper Than Hell invites you to embark on an online cooperative adventure set in a fantastical world teeming with menacing monsters. This action-packed roguelike platformer challenges players to explore the forgotten temple, the gateway to an ominous path leading deeper than hell, rumored to safeguard an unimaginable treasure. While a handful of brave adventurers have ventured forth, none have ret…

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86%Audience ScoreBased on 14 reviews

graphics1 positive mentions

Fun and engaging roguelike gameplay with fast, accessible combat and a satisfying progression loop.
Cooperative multiplayer mode adds lively, dynamic interaction and enhances replayability.
Good balance of challenge and simplicity, with enjoyable build management and randomized level generation.

Multiplayer mode is buggy or sometimes nonfunctional, negatively impacting the cooperative experience.
Lack of polish and refinement, including technical issues, balance inconsistencies, and occasional frustrating mechanics like unreliable wall cling and missing dodge i-frames.
Boss fights feel anticlimactic with minimal animation and rewards, reducing the sense of accomplishment.

gameplay
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The gameplay is fast-paced and accessible, focusing on movement, timing, and positioning, but lacks depth and variety as it doesn't introduce many new mechanics over time. The absence of permanent upgrades and limited resources can lead to frustration, especially in multiplayer and during tough boss fights. Overall, it offers a modest roguelike experience that is enjoyable but somewhat repetitive and occasionally unbalanced.
- “Early runs often feel straightforward, but as the layers of upgrades accumulate, the gameplay becomes more dynamic, giving players a sense of ownership over how their character evolves.”
- “Combat is fast and direct, relying on movement, timing, and positioning rather than complex mechanics.”
- “The gameplay is smooth and enjoyable, but there are some frustrating issues.”
- “No permanent upgrades. It can get frustrating when you die after a long run and want to go again, only to realize that you’re starting from scratch every time. This usually makes me quit playing for a few months even though I love the gameplay.”
- “While later encounters introduce tougher enemies and denser situations, the underlying mechanics remain largely unchanged, which can make extended sessions feel repetitive.”
- “My main gripes are that if you play with friends there may not be enough health potions to keep everyone alive, bosses have massive health pools making it difficult to deal enough damage, and there doesn't seem to be a proper dodge mechanic. There is a dash, but it lacks invincibility frames or is hard to time.”
atmosphere
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The atmosphere is functional but minimal, with audio design offering basic feedback that doesn't notably enrich the overall experience.
graphics
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The graphics feature a cool art style that enhances the overall experience, and the visual design effectively supports the management of your build.