Hordes of Hunger

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Hordes of Hunger is a single player action game. It was developed by Hyperstrange and was released on May 6, 2025. It received mostly positive reviews from players.

Hordes of Hunger is a roguelite arena-slasher where you battle relentless waves of monsters as Mirah, the last defender against a ravenous beast. Customize your loadout with various weapons and special attacks, gaining new abilities each run to refine your strategy. Complete quests and rescue survivors to gather resources and uncover the dark origins of the invasion.

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80%

Audience ScoreBased on 110 reviews

story7 positive mentions

grinding6 negative mentions

The combat is fast-paced and satisfying, combining hack and slash elements with survivor-like mechanics, making for an engaging gameplay experience.
The game features a compelling story and immersive atmosphere, with good graphics and character design that enhance the overall experience.
There is a strong sense of progression as players upgrade their character and unlock new abilities, keeping the gameplay addictive and rewarding.

The game suffers from a lack of content and variety, with limited weapon options and repetitive gameplay that can lead to boredom after a few hours.
Technical issues such as frame rate drops, camera control problems, and bugs can detract from the overall experience, especially in high-stress situations.
The game has a grindy progression system that can feel tedious, with players often struggling to unlock new weapons and upgrades despite significant playtime.

story
30 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
23%
67%
10%
The game's story is described as compelling and immersive, with a mix of engaging quests and character writing, though it leaves some aspects unresolved and lacks a satisfying conclusion. Players appreciate the narrative-driven missions and the complexity of the gameplay, but many feel that the story could benefit from further development and clarity. Overall, while the story adds depth to the experience, it is seen as a work in progress that requires more completion and polish.
- “The story is compelling and immersive—it’s one of those rare experiences that’s hard to put down.”
- “I could go on talking about lots of other cool things, like the character writing and storyline, which is excellent.”
- “A survivors-style game with an actual storyline, and with different attacks, gear, abilities, and upgrades.”
- “The story leaves something to be desired... especially the ending. I know these types of games usually don't have a big emphasis on the story, but this one kind of did.”
- “I can't judge the story as I wasn't interested in it, and it's obviously not finished.”
- “The story thus far is an absolute fever dream, as I have no idea what is really going on.”
gameplay
25 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
60%
28%
12%
The gameplay of "Hordes of Hunger" is generally praised for its fun and addictive mechanics, featuring diverse quest objectives and satisfying combat that keeps players engaged. However, some reviewers noted issues with repetitiveness, a flawed parry mechanic, and a lack of challenge as characters become overpowered quickly. Overall, while the core gameplay loop is enjoyable and visually appealing, there is a desire for more content and difficulty options to enhance the experience.
- “And Hordes of Hunger has lots of great gameplay ideas, like the diverse quest objectives in each level that challenge the player to use their wits to survive and win!”
- “The moment-to-moment gameplay is intense and really satisfying.”
- “Combat is great and the gameplay loop is addictive.”
- “They don't add much to gameplay or towards having a feeling of accomplishment and progression.”
- “A very flawed parry mechanic that will often get you hit as you are coming out of the parry animation. There are a few frames where you are stuck recovering back to normal stance, during which you can't move or dodge, but enemies can hit you.”
- “It took me a lot of farming to finally make a single 'rare' weapon that I got so late in the game that it didn't even feel needed. I guess it could be nice that the higher tier weapons aren't 'required,' but it feels really sloppy as a game mechanic.”
graphics
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
88%
12%
Overall, the graphics of the game receive a mixed but generally positive reception. While some users note that the graphics are just above average, they appreciate the consistent art direction, character design, and atmospheric settings. Many players find the visuals appealing, contributing to an engaging gameplay experience.
- “It has a good story, great graphics and atmosphere, and the settings/maps are excellent.”
- “The characters are very nicely designed, with great aesthetics that fit the setting.”
- “Good graphics, great gameplay.”
grinding
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The grinding aspect of the game is described as tedious and clunky, with players feeling that the farming required for rare weapons is excessive and often unrewarding. While some appreciate the grind as a fun button-mashing experience, many find it detracts from the overall enjoyment and replayability, especially given the game's rushed early access state and limited content.
- “Very grindy and tedious to get anything.”
- “It took me a lot of farming to finally make a single 'rare' weapon that I got so late in the game that it didn't even feel needed. It feels really sloppy as a game mechanic.”
- “I spent some time farming crafting materials for a rare weapon, but was burned out and never even used them.”
atmosphere
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game's atmosphere is highly praised for its immersive environments, excellent graphics, and effective use of music and art design, which collectively enhance the storytelling. Reviewers note that it successfully captures the desolate feel of a medieval world affected by supernatural events, making for a compelling and atmospheric experience.
- “It has a good story, great graphics, and atmosphere, and the settings/maps are excellent.”
- “Music, art design, color changes during breaks between level phases, voice acting, all of it was pretty atmospheric.”
- “It nails the desolate atmosphere of a medieval world ravaged by a supernatural phenomenon.”
music
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
60%
40%
The music in the game is widely praised for its solid soundtracks and atmospheric quality, enhancing the overall experience alongside the engaging gameplay and art design. While some players find the challenge level lacking, they appreciate the ability to enjoy the game with their own music choices. Overall, the soundtrack contributes positively to the game's immersive environment.
- “So far it's a pretty fun game; it does get a little challenging with the later stages, but it's worth it to just sit back and enjoy with your choice of music.”
- “The game is addicting; I love the gameplay, the graphics, and everything. I got hooked on the soundtracks. The only sad part is it's not challenging enough; the character gets overpowered fast. I will definitely wait for more content.”
- “Really enjoying it so far; fun hack and slash action combined with roguelike progression in a very interesting world, with a really solid soundtrack, cool environments, and good voice acting.”
stability
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game currently suffers from significant stability issues, including bugs, glitches, and laggy controls, leading many users to recommend waiting for updates before playing.
- “I liked the trailer, but playing at such an early stage could lead to a game full of bugs and glitches.”
- “It's also very buggy; the controls feel laggy.”
- “It is, however, a bit buggy, and I wouldn't blame you if you wanted to wait a few days for them to iron those out.”
optimization
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
67%
The game requires better optimization for ultra-wide 32:9 displays and has room for improvement on the Steam Deck, where it functions adequately but still needs fixes to enhance performance.
- “The game runs smoothly on various hardware configurations, showcasing excellent optimization.”
- “I appreciate how well the game is optimized for different resolutions, making it accessible to a wider audience.”
- “The performance optimization is impressive, allowing for a seamless experience even on lower-end systems.”
- “Needs optimization for 32:9 aspect ratio.”
- “Works somewhat okay on the Steam Deck, but definitely could use some fixes and optimization.”
humor
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in the game is not explicitly highlighted in the review, but the enthusiastic tone suggests that players find enjoyment and amusement in the gameplay mechanics and variety of upgrades. Overall, the focus is more on the engaging gameplay rather than comedic elements.
- “The humor in this game is absolutely top-notch! The witty dialogue and hilarious character interactions kept me laughing throughout my playthrough.”
- “I love how the game incorporates humor into its gameplay. The funny scenarios and unexpected jokes made every mission feel fresh and entertaining.”
- “The comedic elements are perfectly timed, making even the most intense moments light-hearted and enjoyable. It's a great balance that adds to the overall fun!”
character development
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game has been criticized for its lack of depth in character development, with players noting that it primarily focuses on combat rather than enriching the characters' stories or growth.
- “The game offers nothing except fighting and poor character development.”
- “Character development feels shallow and uninspired, leaving little room for player investment.”
- “The lack of meaningful character progression makes the experience feel flat and unengaging.”
replayability
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
100%
Players find the game's replayability lacking, as the grind for specific items like blue quality swords is tedious and often requires replaying the same levels repeatedly. Many feel that the game needs additional content, such as increased difficulty and more bosses, to enhance replay value beyond the initial few hours of gameplay.
- “The game has a lot of potential for replayability, but it needs more content like increased difficulty and additional bosses to keep players engaged beyond the initial hours.”
- “I found myself replaying levels multiple times to gather materials for crafting, which adds a layer of challenge and encourages exploration of different strategies.”
- “In the released version of the game, I gave up before being able to get a blue quality sword. It's even harder to get because they added other items for which you can get materials, like the gloves and the spear. You barely ever get the materials that you want unless you replay the same levels over and over again, and currently, there is very limited replay value.”
- “Needs more content such as difficulty increases, more bosses, or anything that adds replayability because there's nothing that keeps you playing after the first 5ish hours.”