Deserves every bit of praise for blending different genres in a convincing manner. I'm not the biggest fan when it comes to Metroidvania style games but the hectic pace of Dead Cells won me over. Mowing down enemies is satisfying, weapons are fun to use for the most part and the tight gameplay is backed up with a phenomenal art direction.

This great roguevania experience is unfortunately hindered by an unjustifiably slow progression that makes a lot of runs feel less rewarding.
I mean, the fact that a forty minute run might only result in gaining a new outfit is disheartening to say the least. Very slipshod game design if you ask me.