Rogue: Genesia

Last updated: 2025-03-15
  • Addictive gameplay loop with satisfying progression.
  • Deep content and character build variety.
  • Roguelike meta-progression adds replayability.
  • Highly recommended and worth the price.
  • Severe performance and optimization issues.
  • Poor visibility due to visual clutter.
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Reviews
(sample size)
846
Helpful reviews
72%
Unhelpful reviews
27%
Protest reviews
1%
Positive points
1331
Negative points
527
Gameplay points
257
Perf. points
60
Rec. points
386
Misc points
63
PointDescriptionImportance
Fun, addictive, satisfying gameplayThe game is highly enjoyable and addictive, with a satisfying gameplay loop, progression system, and power fantasy elements. It combines elements from various genres like roguelikes and bullet heavens, often compared favorably to Vampire Survivors and Slay the Spire, while still maintaining its own unique identity.96%
Deep content, high replayabilityThe game offers a significant amount of content, depth, and replayability due to its numerous mechanics, flexible customization options, and meta-progression systems. Developers actively update the game, adding new content, features, and improvements based on community feedback, ensuring a polished and engaging experience.55%
Variety of builds, charactersThe game features a wide variety of characters, weapons, skills, and upgrades, allowing for diverse character builds and playstyles. The game offers multiple modes and difficulty levels, including challenges that require different strategies and provide unique rewards.36%
Fast unlocks, permanent upgradesThe game offers fast unlocks and a large number of unlockable achievements, characters, and content, providing long-term goals and a sense of progression. Permanent upgrades and a save/resume feature enhance the gameplay loop and allow for short play sessions.12%
Engaging combat, boss fightsThe game features interesting boss fights, unique weapon behaviors, and satisfying combat mechanics. Strategic build choices and the ability to create powerful characters contribute to an engaging and rewarding gameplay experience.10%
Rewarding progression systemThe game features a well-paced progression system, both within and between runs, that provides a satisfying sense of accomplishment. Meta-progression mechanics, such as unlockable power-ups and randomized gear, enhance the gameplay experience and allow players to become increasingly powerful.9%
Top-tier bullet heaven gameThe game is considered a standout title in the bullet heaven genre, often praised for its depth, content, and polish compared to other similar games. It expands upon the core elements of the genre, creating a mini RPG experience with addictive gameplay.7%
Generally enjoyable experienceReviewers generally express positive sentiments towards the game, finding it fun, enjoyable, and satisfying. This cluster primarily reflects general positive feelings without specific details, reducing its importance score.7%
Dedicated, responsive developerThe developer is highly committed to the game, actively engaging with the community, listening to feedback, and consistently providing updates and improvements. This dedication enhances the overall player experience and demonstrates a passion for the game's development.7%