Jotunnslayer: Hordes of Hel Review - A Solid Roguelike That Keeps You Coming Back (Early Access)

Jotunnslayer: Hordes of Hel Review - A Solid Roguelike That Keeps You Coming Back (Early Access)

By Marcus Chen

January 22, 2025 at 03:39 AM

Jotunnslayer: Hordes of Hel is a roguelike horde-survivor game developed by Games Farm, a renowned Slovak studio with over 20 released titles and multiple industry awards.

Overhead video game scene

Overhead video game scene

The game offers four unique character classes, each with distinct weapons and abilities. Players choose a map (currently two available in early access) and face increasingly difficult waves of enemies while managing a countdown timer.

Fantasy game screenshot with dark atmosphere

Fantasy game screenshot with dark atmosphere

Core Features:

  • Dual progression system: God levels (divine abilities) and Class levels (character-specific skills)
  • Strategic customization with limited ability slots: 3 God autocasts, 2 Class autocasts, and 6 passive abilities
  • Two currency types: Crystals for new weapons and Gold for skill points and ability evolution

Autumn forest woman with leaf hair

Autumn forest woman with leaf hair

The main objective is summoning and defeating the Jotunn through completing sequential objectives. While waiting periods between objectives can slow momentum, they provide opportunities for character development.

Berserker and Thor facing each other

Berserker and Thor facing each other

Strengths:

  • Satisfying progression system
  • Balanced difficulty curve
  • Engaging combat mechanics
  • Meaningful character customization

Areas for Improvement:

  • Timer system can feel restrictive
  • Pacing between objectives needs refinement
  • Could benefit from quick-completion rewards

GameTyrant review score: 8.5/10

GameTyrant review score: 8.5/10

Person approaching modern building exterior

Person approaching modern building exterior

Video game combat scene

Video game combat scene

Child exploring dark underground cave

Child exploring dark underground cave

Person battles dragon in moonlit forest

Person battles dragon in moonlit forest

Dark corridor with text on wall

Dark corridor with text on wall

Boy swinging in forest

Boy swinging in forest

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