My favorite indie roguelike action RPG is tempting me to come back with a transformative new update inspired by Diablo seasons

Hell Clock, an indie roguelike action RPG that has quickly become one of my favorites, has introduced a permanent, season-like update called Journey of Miracles. This update is designed to provide a fresh and exciting experience without the fear of missing out (FOMO) like Diablo seasons often do.

The Journey of Miracles works similarly to Diablo and Path of Exile's seasons by transforming your normal gameplay experience with new elements. However, unlike those games, these changes won't disappear after a few months. The update is now freely available for anyone who owns the game.

Upon enabling Journey of Miracles, players can earn powerful "Divine Blessings" by finding statues and surviving combat encounters. Some of these blessings, such as one that provides shrine benefits through drinking a potion, are notably potent and can unlock builds that were previously unattainable.

Hell Clock is unique in the action RPG genre as it primarily relies on relics to enhance character power. These relics offer various stat bonuses and unique effects that alter the way abilities function. The Journey of Miracles introduces several new relics, which will revolutionize existing builds in exciting new ways. For instance, a relic that previously created a lightning bolt field now deals increased damage at the cost of forcing players to shoot in a straight line.

This update also brings a new underground crypt area, complete with a new miniboss. Additionally, there are numerous patch notes detailing further improvements to the game.

The Journey of Miracles update is entirely optional and can be turned on or off as desired when starting a new run through the campaign. Players can even enjoy both the old and new journeys simultaneously for a chaotic gaming experience. Most importantly, there's no pressure to complete all the new content before it becomes unavailable, making it an ideal game to play whenever you have the time.