I was well into my double-digit runs and still discovering new weapons. Players also have access to a wider arsenal, including the likes of broadswords, warhammers, and magical spells. The Twinscythe is a longer two-sided scythe that gives players a little more range with their basic attack.
Death’s scythe is a staple in combat, with different variations available. I still think the theme would have been better explored from the point of view of a new employee or an intern, but enough is done here to make Death likable through the campaign.Ĭombat is easy to pick up, feels great, and adheres to many different playstyles. Furthermore, his willingness to accept responsibility for the mess is refreshing. What got me on board was Death’s repeated attempts to clean the mess up himself. Going into Have a Nice Death, I worried about the narrative limitations of exploring burnout from the point of view of the CEO. Even worse, they’ve left Death buried in mountains of paperwork. Their new methods of collecting souls, while efficient, are also unethical. Death’s burnout is the result of his employees, who have started amassing way too large body counts. Magic Design Studios explores the touchy subject of work burnout through the lens of a roguelike. Later runs fail to keep this momentum going as progression falls to the wayside and burnout sets in more and more with each passing run. The game is strong out of the gate with early runs highlighting its snappy combat, challenging bosses, and dark comedic tone.
With your scythe in hand, you’ll make your way through each department, taking on each area’s boss. Playing as Death, the CEO of Death Inc., players set out to reign in their rogue employees and save the company. Have a Nice Death is a 2D action roguelike that proves you can’t escape work burnout, even in the afterlife.
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