Guessed by @UnderwaterFunktown
In the year its sequel comes out, Hades finally moves out of its regular #30 spot, and five whole spots higher! I... didn't want to be ranking this higher than its sequel, but I think after seeing Supergiant fumble the sequel's story, I've grown a lot more respect for Zagreus' quest. And really, there was just something more badass about fighting your way through the underworld only to fight your father on the surface - knowing you were about to see each other again in the underworld. Compared to its sequel, this story felt much more focused on the beings of the Greek underworld rather than those of Olympos, and the narrative felt more cohesive as a result - as did the atmosphere as a whole. The gameplay is definitely not as varied, and certain areas get old after playing them for long enough, but I never tired of using the most broken builds on the Adamant Rail - god, what a fun weapon. I never tired of becoming a blade rift to kill my dad, heh!
I don't know man, this game was just wild. I think it'll stand the test of time better than its sequel, and it'll be remembered as a classic. If nothing more, I thank Hades - and Hades II - for making Greek mythology cool, something I used to think impossible.
