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1.

Roguelikes and Roguelites: "Permadeath is the Best Death"


If you ask me, one of the most satisfying (and rage-inducing) experiences in gaming is the
roguelike genre. This is the genre that punishes you for every mistake but rewards you for
every successful run. Roguelikes are characterized by procedural generation, meaning each
playthrough is different, and "permadeath," where death means starting over with nothing but
the lessons you’ve learned from your last run. It’s brutal. It’s exhilarating. And when you finally
make it to the end? There’s no feeling quite like it.

The defining example of the genre for me is “The Binding of Isaac” by Edmund McMillen. The
game is a masterclass in procedural generation, offering players new layouts, enemies, and
power-ups with each run. Every time you dive into the basement (or deeper) as Isaac, the
stakes feel fresh and intense. And sure, you die a lot—but those rare moments of victory, when
you’ve unlocked new items or conquered an insanely difficult boss, make it all worth it. There’s
this loop of failure, improvement, and success that keeps you coming back for more, no matter
how much you want to throw your controller at the screen.

Then there’s “Dead Cells,” a more recent entry that blends the roguelike formula with elements
of Metroidvania exploration. The game is fluid, fast-paced, and endlessly rewarding. The sense
of progress, even in the face of repeated deaths, is addicting. Every new run feels like you’re
getting closer to mastering the game’s mechanics. Plus, the art style and music? Chef’s kiss.

Now, while true roguelikes are all about starting from scratch after death, roguelites are a bit
more forgiving, offering players permanent upgrades that carry over from run to run. Games like
“Hades” really nailed this balance. The narrative of “Hades” itself is an outstanding feat, as it
blends the grind of roguelike mechanics with a fantastic storyline and character development
that unfolds as you continue to fail and retry. The game’s characters—Persephone, Zagreus,
and even the Gods themselves—become more fleshed out the deeper you get into the
dungeon, and the story actually progresses in a meaningful way each time you die.

2. Open World: "Go Anywhere, Do Anything"


If roguelikes are about intense, fast-paced runs, then open-world games are the exact
opposite: sprawling, immersive universes where you can lose yourself for hours or days,
completely at your own pace. The genre that truly captures this sense of freedom, for me, is the
open-world RPG, where you’re not just playing a game; you’re living in another world. You can
explore at your leisure, tackle quests in any order, and immerse yourself in the rich lore that
surrounds you.

The gold standard for open-world games, in my opinion, is “The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim.” It’s
a game that almost everyone knows, and for good reason. The amount of detail in Skyrim’s
world is staggering. Every time I think I’ve explored every nook and cranny of Tamriel, I find a
hidden cave or a new NPC with a side quest I’ve never seen before. The ability to join factions
like the Dark Brotherhood or the Thieves Guild, or even just to wander around exploring, is an
experience that never feels like it runs out of steam. The music, the atmosphere, and the
freedom of choice—Skyrim remains a timeless classic that I keep returning to even after all
these years. I mean, who doesn’t love shouting at dragons with a voice imbued with the power
of the Thu’um?
Then there’s “The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt,” which might just be the epitome of modern open-
world RPGs. CD Projekt Red took everything I loved about Skyrim and made it even better—
deeper, richer, and more detailed. The world-building is unmatched, and the way your choices
impact the narrative gives the game a level of replayability that I can’t get enough of. The
combat feels fluid, the side quests are full of rich storytelling, and Geralt of Rivia is, well, the
best monster hunter to ever wield a sword.

Oh, and I can’t forget “Breath of the Wild.” The way it revolutionized open-world exploration is
something that has influenced almost every game that’s come after it. Its physics-based
puzzles, open-ended quests, and sheer beauty are still things I can’t stop gushing about. The
freedom to approach problems however you see fit, the lack of hand-holding, and the joy of
discovering something new around every corner make it an unforgettable experience.

3. Soulslike: "You Will Die... A Lot"


I have to admit, I’ve developed a bit of a masochistic love for the Soulslike genre, which
includes the dark and punishing games from FromSoftware—the Dark Souls series,
“Bloodborne,” and “Sekiro: Shadows Die Twice.” These games are hard, and I mean
HARD. They demand precision, patience, and a mindset that understands failure as part of the
learning process. The combat is deliberate, the exploration is tense, and the sense of
accomplishment when you finally topple a boss that has destroyed you for hours is unmatched.

Let’s start with “Dark Souls,” the game that helped define this genre. When I first played it, I
had no idea what I was getting into. There’s no hand-holding, no easy way out, and no quick
fixes for mistakes. Every death feels like a setback, but every victory feels earned. The
interconnected world of Lordran is brilliantly designed, and the minimalistic storytelling—told
mostly through item descriptions and environmental cues—adds to the atmosphere of mystery.
It’s the ultimate "get good" experience, and there’s a satisfaction to learning every boss pattern,
every enemy placement, and every shortcut like the back of your hand.

“Bloodborne” is a fast-paced, gothic twist on the formula. The game is more aggressive than
its predecessors, encouraging you to fight back immediately after taking damage, which leads to
a much more frenetic style of play. The world of Yharnam is dark, terrifying, and deeply
fascinating. And then there’s “Sekiro,” which, while still part of the Soulslike family, takes a
completely different approach by incorporating stealth mechanics and focusing on precision
timing for combat, especially during parries. It’s a game that requires you to learn, adapt, and
embrace your failures in a way that is both challenging and rewarding.

4. Strategy Games: "Plan. Outthink. Dominate."


And finally, I can’t leave out strategy games. Whether it’s real-time strategy (RTS) or turn-
based tactical games, strategy has always been a core part of my gaming diet. “XCOM 2” is
one of my all-time favorites, a game that blends tactical combat with a narrative-driven
resistance movement. The thrill of commanding your squad through tough, high-stakes battles
and then facing the consequences of your decisions in the form of permanent character death is
something I absolutely love. The tension of knowing that any move could be your last, yet you
still push forward, knowing that each successful mission brings you closer to beating back the
alien threat, is just... so satisfying.
Another standout is “Total War: Shogun 2.” The blend of real-time tactical battles and grand-
scale turn-based strategy makes for a dynamic, unpredictable game. Watching an army of
samurai clash on the battlefield, while you control the ebb and flow of the larger campaign on a
world map, is deeply engaging. The level of detail in the strategies you have to employ, both on
and off the battlefield, keeps me hooked for hours.

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