Ragnar

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Ragnar is a single player role playing game. It was developed by Fimbulwinter Games and was released on November 27, 2025. It received overwhelmingly positive reviews from players.

Ragnar invites you to journey through the nine realms of Yggdrasill, each with unique challenges and atmospheres, from icy labyrinths to enchanted forests. Battle giants, face legendary foes, and forge bonds with Norse gods like Thor and Freyja, while customizing your path through dynamic progression and permanent upgrades. Choose your difficulty and discover mysterious dungeons in this epic saga.

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96%

Audience ScoreBased on 23 reviews

gameplay5 positive mentions

music3 negative mentions

Ragnar offers smooth and satisfying combat with a variety of weapons and abilities, making each run enjoyable and engaging.
The art design is visually appealing and well-balanced, contributing to a polished experience even in Early Access.
The game has a promising roadmap and shows significant potential for future content and improvements, keeping players excited for what's to come.

Some graphics and enemy designs feel out of place, detracting from the overall Norse mythology theme.
The game can be quite challenging, especially for new players, with a steep learning curve and difficulty spikes.
Customization options for controls are limited, which may hinder accessibility for left-handed players or those with specific preferences.

gameplay
13 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay is highly praised for its smooth mechanics, variety of weapons, and engaging combat, drawing comparisons to "Hades" in its structure and visuals. Players appreciate the unique features like a build system and execute mechanic, which enhance replayability and overall enjoyment. Despite some minor difficulties, the game offers a rich and fun experience with a solid gameplay loop and minimal bugs.
- “There's great variety in weapons, enemies, and abilities, the combat mechanics flow smoothly, and I haven't run into any bugs so far.”
- “Gameplay is silky smooth, graphics are gorgeous, and bosses are tough.”
- “It really is Hades in most of its mechanics, gameplay, and even visuals.”
- “The gameplay loop is the same as Hades; you complete runs, defeating bosses and gathering resources to complete meta progression back in the hub.”
- “Fantastic game; not the greatest graphics, but gameplay is really good.”
graphics
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
60%
40%
The graphics of the game show promise, with some users praising their beauty and smoothness, particularly in relation to gameplay. However, there are concerns about inconsistency, as certain elements appear out of place, and while the visuals are generally appealing, they are not universally regarded as top-tier. Overall, the graphics contribute positively to the experience, but there is room for improvement.
- “Gameplay is silky smooth, graphics are gorgeous, and bosses are tough.”
- “From a non-gamer point of view, this is exactly the kind of game I was looking for: adventure, roguelike traits, meta progression, good graphics, Hades-like combat... everything.”
- “It really is Hades in most of its mechanics, gameplay, and even visuals.”
- “Fantastic game, not the greatest graphics, but gameplay is really good.”
music
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
67%
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The music in the game features AI-generated voices and tracks, which some players find off-putting, though they can be skipped. Overall, many reviewers feel that the soundtrack lacks the quality and charm found in previous titles like Hades, diminishing the overall experience.
- “The voices and some music are AI, but they can be skipped if that bothers you.”
- “Too much of what makes Hades good—the art, the music, the characters—just isn't here.”
- “The voices and some music are AI-generated, but they can be skipped if that bothers you.”
- “The soundtrack feels repetitive and lacks variety, making it hard to stay engaged.”
- “The music doesn't match the game's atmosphere, which detracts from the overall experience.”
humor
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in the game is noted for being responsive and engaging, providing players with a funny and intriguing experience that enhances overall enjoyment.
- “The humor in this game is both responsive and intriguing, keeping me engaged throughout.”
- “I love how the game blends humor with gameplay, making every moment enjoyable.”
- “The witty dialogue and clever jokes had me laughing out loud!”
optimization
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Overall, the game's optimization is solid, with impressive visual effects and smooth performance on platforms like the Steam Deck. Players anticipate further improvements with future updates.
- “The visual effects are impressive, and the optimization is solid right now. It'll probably get even better with updates.”
- “I've been playing it on my Steam Deck, and it runs smoothly out of the box.”
story
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The story in the early access game shows promise, leaving players eager for more content and future developments. However, it currently lacks the depth and narrative build that fans expect from similar titles like Hades.
- “It is of course early access and there isn't much to it, but it left me wanting more, and I can't wait to see how the developers execute the new areas and story.”
- “It's also not going to give you the little bit of story build that makes the Hades games work.”
- “It is of course early access and there isn't much to it, but it left me wanting more and I can't wait to see how the developers execute the new areas and story.”
grinding
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players often mention grinding as a necessary activity for leveling up, indicating that it is a common and expected part of the gameplay experience.
replayability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players appreciate the game's strong replayability, noting that its extensive content and engaging, fast-paced gameplay keep them coming back for more, especially considering its affordable price.
- “For its price, it offers a lot of content and replayability, with smooth and fast gameplay that hooked me from the first run.”