Dead Cells comes to an end with The End Is Nigh

And gone are the days when you, brave warrior, faced hordes of enemies in Dead Cells, the roguelike that stole hearts, souls and many hours of sleep since 2017. But don't think that the end came quietly, like a light breeze.

No, sir! The End Is Nearthe Update 35has arrived to put the cherry on the cake of this insane journey and, of course, make you question whether you can survive another round. Because, let's face it, stopping playing Dead Cells is harder than getting the true ending. Sekiro.

An epic farewell to an epic game

THE Motion Twin and the Evil Empire have decided not only to end Dead Cells, but to elevate it to the pantheon of legendary games with a final update that will test even the most skilled. The idea here is simple: if it's going to end, it might as well be in style! Update 35titled The End Is Nearbrings new monsters, weapons, mutations and, of course, more challenges for those who thought they had seen it all. And, to make the package even more irresistible, the game is 50% off on Steam until August 26th. So, if you haven't tried this masterpiece yet, now is the time to redeem yourself.

New monsters, new headaches

Let's get straight to the point: Motion Twin wasn't kidding when they added three new monsters to the mix. And they're not the types you'd find on a casual dungeon crawl. The Bad Loser, Curser and Herald of Doom are the new threats that will chase you through the biomes, as long as you are brave enough to play at a level of Chief Stem Cells high enough. In other words, if you think you were dominating the game, prepare to be humbled.

New weapons for a dignified farewell

But don’t worry, Motion Twin hasn’t left you unarmed to face these new threats. Two new weapons have been added to the arsenal: Compassion and Anathema. These little toys may seem harmless at first glance, but don't be fooled. Both weapons come with a catch: they can apply a curse to the player. Yes, you read that right. Want an analogy? Think about carrying the One Ring of Lord of the Rings: It gives you power, but at what cost? Likewise, these weapons will help you defeat your enemies, but they can end up being your downfall if not used wisely.

And it wouldn't be a Dead Cells update without some new mutations to shake things up. Cursed Bottle, Cursed Vigor and Demonic Strength These are the new mutations that promise to add a touch of adrenaline to your runs. They work on that old “risk versus reward” logic that we love (and hate) so much about roguelikes. With these mutations, your builds can become even more powerful, but the risk of death also increases. In other words, you’re playing with fire — or a curse, in this case.

Customization to the end

Because it's not enough to be cursed, you also need to do it in style, right? Motion Twin added 40 new heads to unlock and equip. Now, even if you’re about to be obliterated by one of the new monsters, at least you can do so with a look that reflects your true inner self—be it a flaming skull or a grinning pumpkin. It’s the kind of detail that makes you fall in love with a game like Dead Cells: the ability to customize every aspect of your character, even if they’re doomed to die over and over again.

Dead Cells: An Immortal Legacy

If you've been following Dead Cells since the beginning, you know that its journey has been long and full of surprises. Released in 2017, the game quickly became a hit, winning over a legion of fans with its fluid gameplay, challenging combat, and pixel art aesthetic that is simply charming. Over the years, Motion Twin has released no less than 35 updateseach bringing new content, gameplay tweaks, and of course, more reasons for you to come back to the game.

Dead Cells is one of those rare games that manages to continually reinvent itself, keeping players engaged for years on end. If you’re a fan of roguelikes, it’s practically impossible not to have a copy of this game in your library. And if, by some miracle, you haven’t tried this gem yet, now is the time to correct that mistake.

A bright future for Motion Twin and Evil Empire

Although Dead Cells is coming to the end of its run, that doesn't mean Motion Twin and Evil Empire are retiring. Quite the opposite! Motion Twin is already working on Windblowna new roguelike that promises to take the frenetic action and ingenious design of Dead Cells to a new level. And Evil Empire is exploring the universe of a classic franchise with The Rogue Prince of Persiaa roguelike that mixes fluid combat with breathtaking platforming.

So if you’re a fan of Dead Cells, you can rest assured that the innovative and challenging spirit that defined the game will live on in the next projects from these two talented teams.

Bonus fact: The origin of the name “Dead Cells”

To end on a high note, here’s a fun fact: did you know that the name “Dead Cells” was inspired by the idea of ​​cellular regeneration? In the game, you control the “Decapitated”, a warrior who constantly returns to life after each death. This idea of ​​continuous rebirth is a reflection of the process of cellular regeneration, where dead cells are replaced by new ones. A perfect metaphor for a game that, even after countless deaths, never stops being reborn and challenging the player to try again.