Hades and Dead Cells, both games published by Motion Twin, have managed to achieve commercial success due to their compelling features and unique atmosphere. However, there are many aspects in which the two games seem similar, yet they are different in many ways. If you’re trying to decide whether to get Hades or Dead Cells on your PS4 or PC, the following article will help you make the right choice!

Introduction to Hades

A look at how Hades compares to its predecessor, Dead Cells. From its leveling system to new weapons, items, areas, monsters, and bosses you’ll find lots of reasons why it’s definitely worth another playthrough! One year after its release, Dead Cells has seen a plethora of updates, patches, and improvements.

To stay relevant in today’s market as well as support their latest game (Hades), Motion Twin decided to go back to their roots with a new iteration on one of their oldest games; by giving Dead Cells a massive update. This included adding an entirely new chapter filled with content such as weapons, items, enemies, and areas – essentially doubling down on what made Dead Cells so special in the first place!

Hades Features

1. A unique multiplayer experience where players can play against each other in real-time.
2. Players can choose from over 20 different characters and customize them with various weapons and armor sets.
3. Each character has unique skills that they can use to help defeat opponents.
4. There are two modes of gameplay: Story Mode and Free Play mode.
5. In Story Mode, players take control of a group of heroes who fight against the forces of evil.

Introduction to Dead Cells

Indie Developer Motion Twin’s latest game, Dead Cells is a perfect balance of everything one could ask for in a roguelike title. With elements of genres like Dark Souls and Rogue Legacy, Motion Twin has created something special with Dead Cells. The developers were kind enough to give out beta keys to players who showed genuine interest in their game. I was lucky enough to get my hands on a key before its release.

Dead Cells Features

• A unique puzzle game that combines elements from Tetris and Plants vs Zombies!
• Use your brain power to clear blocks and save the world from a zombie invasion!
• Play through 50 levels across 5 worlds!
• Unlock over 100 achievements!
• Compete against players around the world using leaderboards!
• Earn coins to buy cool items!
• Customize your character with tons of different skins!
• Collect awesome powerups like shields, bombs, and lasers!
• Enjoy beautiful hand-drawn art style!
• Free updates coming soon!

Key Differences Between Hades and Dead Cells

• Fighting Mechanics: The biggest difference between Hades and Dead Cells is their level of complexity. The latter is considerably more complex than its predecessor, which can be attributed to it being a more tactical game. With three distinct character classes available—out of a possible four—as well as procedurally generated levels, there’s no shortage of opportunities for experimentation, which makes for a much deeper and replayable experience.
• Level Design: I played both Hades and Dead Cells recently, which got me thinking about what separates them from one another. I loved my time with both games, but there are a few things that set them apart. While they’re similar in many ways, they have enough unique elements of them to keep you interested if you enjoy platformers. If you’re looking for something new to play on your PS4 or PC, these two titles should be at the top of your list!
• Graphic Styles: Reviewing a game, both of these games are tactical roguelikes in which players must outmaneuver enemies. At first glance, it would seem as though there isn’t much difference between them. However, once you dive deeper into these games, you’ll see that they have distinct differences between them.

Additional Differences & Similarities

To see how Hades and Dead Cells differ, take a look at a list of games inspired by Dark Souls but currently in development, including Hollow Knight and Code Vein. Both games are similar to From Software’s masterpiece, but they also diverge in their ways. For more information on these games, check out our Developer Diaries.

Conclusion

Dead Cells is an excellent roguelike in its own right. If you are looking for a more intense challenge from a game, then both it and Hades will delight you with their challenging gameplay. However, if you want to experience a deep strategic combat game that allows for a wide range of character builds, then I would highly recommend choosing Hades over Dead cells due to its interesting upgrades system, along with hundreds of pieces of powerful equipment.