Dead Cells

Its an overall fun and challenging game which fits perfectly with how some games should be while being playable and customizable.

Игра способна удивлять. Но только если вы любите рогалики и игры, где вас убивают по кд. На одном дыхании ее не пройти

Great game honestly. My most played game, i have 106 hours on it in just 2-3 weeks. I highly suggest it BUT PLEASE FOR THE LOVE OF GOD BUFF DEATH'S SCYTHE PLEASE!!

Amazing game. The pixel art looks great, the levels look awesome, especially the Castlevania levels.

You unlock every run something new. Some is useful, some is cosmetic, some is just fun, but it's always rewarding.

It is not too hard, but also not easy. It's just fun to try again and again. To find all the hidden stuff and cameos.

I am playing on Steam Deck and this game is a match made in heaven.

It is a great game. One of the ideal rouge-lites out there. Lots of replay-ability.

This was the first roguelike I ever played. It's hard, but so addictive. I like feeling myself improve. I also appreciate all of the accessibility and custom features so you can play the game how you want.

Fan of solo or rogue like games, thanks for the developers making this game and still havent completed the game yet. still sad no more updates or dlc's coming to this game.

So, I've played this game a fair bit and I must say, it's quite nice! The enemies are cool, the weapon diversity is there and the synergies you can make are really something. There is one MASSIVE issue however. This game has the most tragic, disgusting and heart wrenching interractions with steam cloud. It is not a joke, but a crazy bullshit issue. If you for some reason go play it without internet, or just uninstall it while offline and download again online, your save file is gone, reduced to atoms, obliterated even, no chance of getting it back. I've tried, and i've failed, 3 hours of research to no avail, it was a 150h save too. After some time i decided to give the game a try yet again, played for a fair bit, internet thing, bang, my save is gone. Like I said, the game is really good and skill expressive, but if you want to play it, REMEMBER to go into properties and turn steam cloud off so you don't make the same mistake I did.

very fun roguelike. Kind of a hard difficutly curve but not too bad

I'm only on 3BSC as I write this review yet I can easily say that out of all the roguelikes I've played, dead cells is a strong contender for my favorite. It oozes with style, the gameplay has a ridiculous amount of skill expression while maintaining that "This broken build will carry me through the run" vibe. You dont even need the dlc to have enough fun with the game, but they're also great to have.

Seriously, get it. Dead cells fucking rules

Love this game! It's challenging, but somehow you still wanna play more. The style of the pixel art is really nice; the backgrounds are especially beautiful. I bought some DLC, and they tend to add quite a bit and are usually worth the money.

love the art style, every weapon just feels good to use, love all the different weapons and their effects, the bosses and just the locations and monsters, its fun to play and has interesting mechanics, the only somewhat downside is how its sometimes overwhelming with effects(i have little hours coz i originally pirated it but since then i stopped doing that and bought the games i pirated and loved)

Amazing game - metroidvania that you get one shot at per run. Lots of blood and main character is a bad azz.

THIS GAME IS CRACK - This was my first Rogue like game and it was amazing. I'm really upset there's no more update but this game is so addicting.

(I have broken few many keyboard, call me dada to make me feel better)

great game. really hard at first buut geats super fun after, i 100% reccomend getting the dlcs

If you want a good metroidvania-like 2D action roguelike with great progression and a bunch of content, this is it.
The most important aspect of games like this, for me, is to have pixel perfect control of your character, and Dead Cells achieves this better than any other action roguelike that I know of.
There's certainly a lot of dying, but every time you can feel like you had control and know what you could've done to prevent it. Frustrating game that teaches you your limitations.

Some negatives is that, getting it now, there's a bunch of DLCs that you kind of want. You don't "need" them, and the game feels complete without them, but if you want it all, there's 4 DLCs to buy apart from the base game itself.
To clear the game requires to play on hardest setting. I failed to stupidity in my runs, but thankfully, there's an assist-mode that you can use and abuse to let you progress further, be it "continues", disabling traps, or simply making yourself invincible. All up to you.

funny a lot of secrets and a little brutal but fun to play cool animations and more stuff to check out!

gotta be the best action platformer ever. super fast-paced combat and so many items that the replay value feels pretty much endless. gorgeous art and a fun sense of humor throughout the game. also... punishingly hard until you get the hang of it. killer music.

i really wanted to like this game,
the art style is great, the combat feels decent at first,
but that's kinda it
after a while the combat feels stale,
while there is quite a long lis of weapons to choose from, they simply do not feel much different from each other, which just hurts the roguelike part
on top of that, many bossfights are just simply boring
the bosses tend to be unnecessarily tanky, which mixed with the mediocre combat is just not a lot of fun
normal enemies do lack in variety as well, but it's not that bad
last thing is the zones
I like the idea of being able to choose which regions you go through each run, but some of them just dont feel unique whatsoever and its like they're there for the sake of variety

it is definitely a decent game and I can see why lots of people do like it, but for me the cons outweigh the pros way too hard

I accidentally bought a Steam Deck launch animation with this game's theming, but I don't own a Steam Deck.

If you took the brutality of Dark Souls, the speed of a Metroidvania, and the roguelike randomness of Hades, then drenched it all in pixel-art gore, you’d get Dead Cells.

You play as a reanimated pile of cells possessing a headless corpse, waking up in a constantly shifting, ever-changing dungeon of death. There’s no hand-holding, no easy way out—just fast, fluid combat where every mistake can (and will) get you killed. But don’t worry—dying is just part of the fun.

The combat is insanely satisfying. Every weapon feels different—whether you’re slashing through enemies with twin blades, firing explosive crossbows, or setting everything on fire with firebrands. You can dodge, roll, parry, and chain attacks like an absolute ninja. And when you get the perfect build going? Pure chaos.

The level design is randomly generated but always rewarding. Every run feels fresh, whether you’re slicing through poisonous sewers, dodging traps in ancient castles, or fighting mutated nightmares in the depths of the island. And let’s not forget the brutal, adrenaline-pumping boss fights that will wreck you repeatedly until you learn their patterns like a true warrior.

The game’s progression system is what keeps you hooked. Even when you die, you keep unlocking new weapons, abilities, and shortcuts, making every attempt feel like you’re getting just a little bit closer to victory. Plus, there are so many secrets, hidden rooms, and alternative paths that no two runs feel the same.

The art and music? Beautiful. The fluid animations make every dodge and attack look amazing, and the soundtrack slaps, especially when you're in the middle of an intense fight.

It’s challenging, addicting, and brutally fun—the kind of game where you tell yourself “just one more run” and suddenly, it’s 3 AM.

9/10 perfect dodges. Would die a thousand more times again.

From graphics to movement - it's as good as it can get. Wonderful game and quickly became a classic for me.

This was my first ever roguelite and "metroidvania", I would like to recommend this to others. What I love about this game is its unique art style and its mechanics. The weapons is what brings life to the game with each having unique features as well as allowing you to have your own unique playstyle. Yes you will die again and again but thats the point, you learn from it and I think thats what makes this game neat in my eyes.

Dead Cells stands out for its incredibly fluid and responsive movement, letting you dash, dodge, and traverse environments with ease. The wide variety of weapons and builds keeps combat engaging and dynamic. However, it can become repetitive over time, and the DLCs don’t add much to the core mechanics. Still, it's a solid roguelite with metroidvania elements that's definitely worth playing.

By far the best action-platformer rogue-like game I've ever played.

It feels perfect. I personally have issues getting into a game because of player input issues. I press wrong buttons and it drives me crazy, but this game feels so natural.

I didn't understand the game mechanics at all (I played Hades and other rogue like games, didn't get this one)...

This game fucking sucks I hate it!

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Ok originally I wanted this to be just a joke review but in all honesty its a good game. But if I would sit here and say "Oh its perfect its great its lovely" I would be lying. This game requires attention and patience. Mostly the latter.

If you play this game without thinking you wont go anywhere.
If you are greedy and stupid you wont get anywhere either.

The biggest issue this game has is that it has a skill ceiling. And I have yet to reach it without putting my hands on a cursed fricking chest! ITS JUST 10 KILLS! HOW CAN THAT BE HARD TO GET RIGHT? LOL IM JUST GONNA DIE REPEATEDLY CAUSE I HIT ROLL TOO LATE!

Is this game what republicans think abortion clinics do with the fetuses

One of the best games in its genre.

I have played Dead Cells from its Early Access, and to this day, I'm still loving the gameplay loop.

There's a bit of everything in this game: hundreds of weapons, abilities, and cosmetics to unlock, challenging enemies and bosses, and very cool levels that are all special in their own way.

This is a roguelike for the ages.

Dead Cells is a masterful blend of roguelike and metroidvania gameplay, featuring fluid combat, gorgeous pixel art, and endless replayability. Every run feels fresh, making it an absolute must-play.

-> start the game
-> oh this is actually a banger
-> get to 4BC
-> play 30min only to be 1HK by a random zombie
-> oh this is actually a banger

This is exactly what a videogame should be: endless replayability, fresh and energetic gameplay, explosively challenging and fun, visually enticing pixel-art, semi-permadeath, which makes every attempt unique and engaging, allowing you to learn a little bit more of it every single time. I have been playing games for more than 20 years, and I rarely feel this vortex of 'just one game more' taking over me, forcing me continue playing instead of quitting, and that's a great sign that you're playing an amazing videogame. I've played for less than 10 hours and I already know this game will not be uninstalled from my PC, for it's the type of game you never really stop playing. In addition, both free and paid DLCs are lovely, the constant references to other metroidvanias are hilarious, and they even allow you to experience them with weapons that emulate said games, which is absolutely awesome.

This is clearly a 10/10, worth buy full price.

A game that would be great if you were trapped with it in a desert island and couldn't have any others.

"An Absolute Masterpiece!"

Dead Cells is one of the most addictive, thrilling, and rewarding games I've played in years! From the moment I picked it up, I couldn't put it down. The gameplay is fast-paced, fluid, and constantly evolving as you explore randomly generated levels filled with new challenges and enemies.

The variety of weapons, abilities, and power-ups keeps every run fresh, and the progression system feels rewarding without ever being overly grindy. Each death feels like a learning experience rather than a setback, and coming back stronger with new gear or upgrades is incredibly satisfying.

The art style is gorgeous, and the soundtrack is a perfect match to the action. The devs have truly poured their hearts into this game, and it shows in every detail. It's the perfect blend of roguelike and Metroidvania, and I can't recommend it enough. Whether you're a seasoned gamer or a newcomer to the genre, Dead Cells is a must-play.

If you haven't already, do yourself a favor and pick it up. You won't regret it!

A flawed gem. If a metroidvania roguelite appeals to you then this will scratch the itch, at least for a couple days. However, only 7 hours in I am starting to get bored and annoyed with the game. Possibly the most annoying thing is that they have worked DLC ads into the gameplay. In almost every run I find myself exploring towards the edge of a map thinking I am nearing the exit only to find a door that says I must purchase DLC to enter it. How did anyone think this was a good idea? I payed for a full game but I feel like I'm playing what should be a free to play game that's putting a paywal in front of the full experience. Especially not okay in a game that rewards fast finish times, this ruins most speed runs I go on.

And the overall game has a very arcade like feel, which can be good or bad depending on if you are expecting a deeper experience. It's best to consider this a casual game as the random rogue-lite elements and limited enemy variation will become quite familiar after just a few hours.

There's still a lot to like here and the polish of controls, graphics, and mechanics are commendable but don't expect this to feel as deep as a true Metroid or Castlevania game.

fun but freezes a lot, might just be my computer, can be pretty frustrating

This game deserves every positive review it gets. From the combat to the art design, this game's a masterpiece.
Plus the DLCs are also worth buying :steamthumbsup:

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A very well done rogue lite. I play this on my Steam Deck mostly and it is a TOP notch experience.

The game is "easy to play, difficult to master" so keep that in mind as you won't be "leveling-up" to get stronger between runs. Each run is more or less entirely reset from every previous run. They have a handful of upgrades across each play session but nothing amazing to write home about.

its a fun comfort game. Tons of replay ability.

It was fun for a bit. I think I prefer a more standard story in my metroidvania though.

great game. one of my top 3 personal favorites of all time. sad that i beat it because that means i cant play it for the first time anymore.

Great game to kill time. I have over 700 hours on Xbox and recently started playing on the PC, and while this game IS/CAN BE difficult, but very, VERY fun to learn and master.

A great platformer, I waited until a discount was applied to it and took it with all the dls. Definitely have a collection for fans of platformers.

This is one of my fav games of all time. Played it a lot on the switch and got it on pc to actually feel like I 100% the game with actual achievements

My FAVOURITE rouge like and I really recommend to those who love starting new rouge like games with unique selling points with a great story filled with lore and humour 10/10

I think the replay-ability is the best thing about Dead Cells. I think using different builds with your character is probably the most satisfying. It allows you to optimize your character against different enemies and bosses. If you lose and start over, then you just try a different build to see how far you can get. Having a variety of costumes and hidden places/paths makes it fun to replay as well. Also the levels changing there layout and where enemies are places is also great. Fantastic Game! Would highly recommend!

best action rogue-like ever, can't change my mind and never be, other rogue-likes are cool too but this is by far the most enjoyable to me.

buy this game, play it, unlock a bunch of shit, AND THEN get the DLC or else it may be overwhelming and you can go down the 'wrong' path and feel cheated out of a good run by going through castlevania instead of deadcells