Ever played Sonic and thought, “What if this were a super stylish roguelike?” Honestly, it’s not such a wild idea. There’s just something magical about that feeling of the world whipping past you, and while Sonic may be the undisputed champ of speed, a few indie games manage to capture that same thrill in their own unique ways. The latest? Haste.
Haste is all about one thing: outrunning the end of the universe. And yeah, you’ve gotta be really fast to do that. Luckily, you are. Beyond your regular sprint, you can hold down the run button to pause for a second, then blast off like a rocket. You’re so fast, in fact, that a huge part of the game is built around launching off ramps for huge air time, then sticking the landing to keep that sweet momentum flowing.
It only gets better as you progress. You’ll unlock and master slick abilities, like a killer surfboard that cranks your speed even higher, and gather items to fine-tune your build. By the time you’re deep into a run, you’re gliding across the landscape like wind. Even early on, though, you’ll feel smooth and fluid, like water just finding its path.
There aren’t many games that can make you feel totally in control while tearing through the world at breakneck speeds—but Haste nails it. The wind roars in your ears, the scenery becomes a blur, and yet you can still see what’s ahead, weaving through danger like you’ve done it a hundred times. And the best part? It’s a roguelike—so once it gets its hooks in you, there’s always a reason to go back for just one more run.
