Sometimes a game just lingers in your head, practically trying to pilot you like a mech suit while you’re busy working, taking care of your kids, or trying to sleep. He is Coming could be that game for you. It’s a roguelike auto-battler where your main goal is to optimise your inventory. You can grab all sorts of items, combine two of the same to create something better, randomly transform gear, and even cook food.
A lot of these actions are semi-randomised, since you need to locate the spots where you can actually perform them. The main goal, though, is to defeat three bosses in an area. It sounds simple – and in theory, it is – but in practice, it’s anything but. The objective is straightforward, but accomplishing it is tough-as-nails. You have a limited number of moves before each boss, and you need to use them efficiently: explore the area, gather items, plan your build, and then commit to it.
Some bosses are weak against certain builds and absurdly strong against others. The first two bosses are chosen from a small pool, but the final boss in each area is fixed. You need to find a build that can handle all three – but you also have to be ready to abandon your favourite build and move on if it’s not working.
It features a beautiful, old-school art style and soundtrack, plenty of unlockables, and multiple modes to play. He is Coming is a truly magnificent game – and it’s only going to get better as it progresses through Early Access.
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