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Reception

Kernel Hearts delivers a tailored experience for fans of the Roguelike and action genres, and playing it cooperatively makes it one of the best choices available on the market right now. The studio succeeded in delivering an enjoyable and well-balanced debut game, featuring bosses that might be among the best this year—despite a few minor drawbacks...

While the game takes some big swings in the narrative and soundtrack departments, ultimately a shallow combat system, poorly implemented roguelike systems both in and out of attempts, and severe issues of difficulty and repetition hold the game back quite a bit.

An action RPG with roguelike elements in which you must save the world by slaying all Angels and God

While it has a fascinating story, and a solid look, its gameplay doesn’t meet the standard set by its other elements

Kernel Hearts is a competent debut project that clearly showcases the creativity of the Argentine studio Whitethorn Games. The team succeeds in delivering an interesting universe, beautiful environments, and satisfying combat. However, it falls short in areas that hinder the roguelike experience—such as weak bosses, repetitive enemies, and a limited...