Loop Hero

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  • Summary: The Lich has thrown the world into a timeless loop and plunged its inhabitants into never ending chaos.

    Wield an expanding deck of mystical cards to place enemies, buildings, and terrain along each unique expedition loop for the brave hero. Recover and equip powerful loot for each class of    The Lich has thrown the world into a timeless loop and plunged its inhabitants into never ending chaos.

    Wield an expanding deck of mystical cards to place enemies, buildings, and terrain along each unique expedition loop for the brave hero. Recover and equip powerful loot for each class of hero for their battles and expand the survivors' camp to reinforce each adventure through the loop. Unlock new classes, new cards, and devious guardians on your quest to shatter the endless cycle of despair.    … Expand

Critic Reviews

Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 19 out of 20
  2. Mixed: 1 out of 20
  3. Negative: 0 out of 20
  1. Gaming Age
    Jan 3, 2022
    91
    It’s not exactly the funniest game you’ll ever play, but as your hero interacts with the world around her/him, you’ll constantly find that there’s a lot of care that went into making conversations as enjoyable as possible. Of course, everything about Loop Hero is focused on making it as enjoyable as possible, because it’s just a really enjoyable game. As i learned, whether you’re usually into these kinds of games or not, it doesn’t matter: Loop Hero is fun, and it’s sure to get you hooked.
  2. But Why Tho?
    Dec 9, 2021
    90
    Loop Hero was already a Game of the Year contender for me, but the ability to play it on the go makes it very difficult to keep out of the top spot. It is essentially a role-playing game management simulator, and I mean that in the best way possible. If you have not had the chance to play Loop Hero yet, do yourself a favor and pick this up on Switch as soon as possible. I promise you that you won’t regret it!
  3. App Trigger
    Dec 17, 2021
    90
    While your first glance at Loop Hero will revela what appears to be a barebones game, you’ll soon discover it is a very complex structure that’s simple to learn and an absolute blast to try and master. If you’re looking for a good time killer on your Switch, I can’t think of a better pick up and play than Loop Hero.
  4. Nintenduo
    Apr 19, 2022
    83
    Loop Hero is a title reminiscent of those dice, pencil and notebook role-playing games. Highly addictive and with a very good looking artwork, this game is an indie gem on Nintendo Switch.
  5. GameMAG
    Dec 12, 2021
    80
    Loop Hero remains as charming as ever. It's an easy to pick game, with a fun concept and great execution, and the Switch release gives it a whole new life. Now you can save the world anytime and anywhere.
  6. Pocket Tactics
    Dec 9, 2021
    80
    Possibly one of the most addictive games I’ve ever played, Loop Hero feels great to play and to master, and presents its grim, gloomy world with enough personality to keep you coming back for more. The huge depth and repetition could be overwhelming for some, and I hope minor issues are addressed, but none get dramatically in the way of my enjoyment.
  7. Nintendo Force Magazine
    Mar 7, 2022
    70
    It's a testament to how compelling Loop Hero's core gameplay "loop" is that you never feel punished by putting in the extra time as long as you're in the right headspace. [Issue #57 – January/February 2022, p. 17]
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Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 10 out of 13
  2. Mixed: 1 out of 13
  3. Negative: 2 out of 13
  1. Jam_Cam
    Dec 12, 2021
    10
    Great indie game with a catchy gameplay loop. I'd love to see this on iPad so I can play while watching netflix on the couch.
  2. clippers334
    Dec 26, 2021
    10
    Addicting gameplay that you just can’t put down. Very unique and different but such a perfect gameplay loop. Love it!!!
  4. treif
    Dec 29, 2021
    10
    Don't listen to the kids , who are saying bad graphics.Kiddo go play outside, such games are not about the graphics.It's about gameplay, newDon't listen to the kids , who are saying bad graphics.Kiddo go play outside, such games are not about the graphics.It's about gameplay, new mechanics , uncharted territories and just plain fun.… Expand
  5. Aggregator
    Nov 14, 2022
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Loop Hero stands out in the very crowded indie roguelite space. It’s at a very reasonable price point and offers a novel take on the genre. It’s a relatively relaxing game that you can play on the couch, in bed, or on the go. No talking in circles here: the official AggRev stance is that Loop Hero is worth it.

    Full review:
    https://aggregatorreviews.com/was-loop-hero-worth-it/    … Expand
  6. NindieSpotlight
    Dec 16, 2021
    9
    The thing I tend to love most about indie titles is their ability to surprise with remixes of gameplay elements you’ve never seen before.The thing I tend to love most about indie titles is their ability to surprise with remixes of gameplay elements you’ve never seen before. Sure, it can be risky business, and potentially crash and burn, but without such experiments we’d never see original titles like Loop Hero. Part RPG, part strategy, and part roguelike you won’t have an active role in the combat taking place as your hero makes their way around the ever-evolving pathway of the title. That said, you absolutely will be responsible for their success (or lack thereof) through the careful management of their inventory, the town you’ll slowly build to help support them, and shrewd placement of various tiles along the path that can both help and certainly hinder their chances for survival. The trick is that without carefully consulting a guide (which, in this case, I wouldn’t necessarily recommend) how best to approach these placements is a bit of a mystery, and for the best results will require some experimentation and perhaps some luck as well. For people who enjoy a challenge there’s simply nothing else like this on the system, and while it lacks the satisfaction you’d have if you were actively involved in combat there’s a great element of suspense every time you decide to extend your current run just a little longer, hoping your battered hero can weather the storm and bring back even more loot. It’s unusual, inventive, and absolutely worth checking out.

    https://www.nindiespotlight.com/2021/12/mini-reviews-december-15th-edition.html    … Expand
  7. Zorrofuego
    Oct 15, 2022
    8
    Juego Indie pixel art que parece diseñado para Nintendo Switch.

    Si tuviese que definir este juego sería como: rogelike + juego de mesa.    Juego Indie pixel art que parece diseñado para Nintendo Switch.

    Si tuviese que definir este juego sería como: rogelike + juego de mesa. Entretenido y adictivo juego en el que irás construyendo tu mundo en base a iteraciones sobre el mismo escenario. Para poder finalmente destruir al jefe de turno.

    Las mecánicas básicas son:
    - Selección de personaje con habilidades únicas que desarrollan un estilo de juego diferente.
    - Mejora de tu poblado, el cual permitirá mejoras en el mazo de cartas con el que jugarás.
    - Configuración de cartas con las que jugarás. Siguiendo unas reglas tendrás que configurar el mazo "al que te enfrentarás" en cada uno de tus Loops. Naturalmente irás desbloqueando opciones, combos y mecánicas nuevas a medida que el juego avance.

    - Generación de Loops: Esta es la parte del juego más importante. A través de iteraciones en bucle por un camino, irás desplegando tus cartas en forma de assets en el escenario. Éstas darán bonuses e impedimentos en cada una de éstas iteraciones. El objetivo del juego es: obtener sostenbilidad de vida en cada uno de tus loops y maximizar el ratio recompensa/dificultad en cada uno de los loops. Una vez se hayan cumplido unas condiciones, podremos pasar a la fase del boss y decidir si continuar haciendo loops para poder farmear más, o continuar la historia.

    Fórmula muy adictiva, en la que en cada "run" aprendes algo. Si bien puede resultar repetitivo, la variedad de mecánicas ocultas y momentos "aaaaah" que el juego te proporciona lo hacen merecer la pena.

    - Banda sonora muy chula
    - Pixel art muy bien conseguido
    - Dificultad ajustada (aunque al principio es dificil y al final se rompe)
    - Perfecto en modo portable.
    - Mecánicas muy pulidas.    … Expand
  8. xxx00mlf
    Dec 13, 2021
    0
    A terrible boring game and the game is just not good with bad graphics and totally not good

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