Live Hard, Die Hard (2025)

Developer: Asobism.Co.,Ltd
Platforms: Windows
Genres: Indie, RPG, Simulation, Strategy
Rating: 4.5 of 5, 83 player ratings
Typical playtime: about 7.2 hours
Where to get it: Steam

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How it feels

A tense tactical simulation where you manage a squad under an urgent four-week countdown for a final desperate assault.

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What players say

Players praise the frantic autobattle loop where you manage a mobile clinic between missions, but some find it too fast-paced without a pause or slowdown option. The roguelike progression with "Deja Vu" genes is a highlight for many, though others note the grind can feel repetitive after completion. Opinions split on the pressure system, with some calling it tedious rather than challenging.

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