What better way to survive in Have A Nice Death than tips and tricks shared directly by members of the team at Magic Design Studios? Just a quick introduction before getting down to business, with a presentation of the game:
Have a Nice Death is a 2D action roguelike where you play Death on the brink of burnout, having to get his employees back on track before the balance of souls is compromised. You'll have to grab your scythe and show who's in charge to the recalcitrant staff.
Simon Dutertre (Lead Game Designer): While it's tempting to use the Anima as soon as you get it, there are other healing items you can find, so you should rather keep it as long as possible.
Tom Becker and Yannick Nyamsi (Level Designers): Don't underestimate the importance of the Store during your run.
Jean-Baptiste Dionisi (QA tester): don't forget your Fury, it's very useful and very effective. It is also different for each weapon or spell. Learn them all and remember their area of effect. These attacks recharge after a few fights and they can save you a lot of damage in heavy confrontations.
Raphaël Courbier (Gameplay Programmer): use the Rush. It makes you invincible for a short time. With the right timing, you can survive even the most powerful attacks.
Dorian Essamir (Programmer): In arenas, take care of ranged enemies first, they are usually positioned on platforms that put you out of reach of other enemies.
Dorian Essamir (Programmer): The Scythe's aerial attack sends you into the air faster than the jump and can be used to reposition you mid-combo (or zip through the level in style).
Yannick Montes (Gameplay Programmer): Taking advantage of Monsieur Dumollard's Curses decides where your build goes and makes you stronger, so always choose a floor where he is present. He will also spawn after defeating a Blight or Thanager, so don't be afraid to choose a floor that has a mini-boss when you reach an elevator.
Mérédith Alfroy (Narrative Designer/Marketing Coordinator): Have a Nice Death is a combat-oriented game, so don't hesitate to spend time learning the behaviors of enemies and bosses: pay attention to their attack animations and to their hit box.
- hall of eternity
- Dpt industrial pollution
- Dept of physical illnesses
- Dpt des addictions
Enemies cannot pass through doors, you can evade them by leaving them behind.
You are not always safe on a platform: the Fantômax can reach you from the ground.
Inspect Death, Inc.'s basement rooms. Sometimes rewards are hidden there.
Tips for beating Brad:
- Brad is most vulnerable right after taking a selfie and trying to run over you.
- Use this attack window to cast your Fury.
Enemies from other departments can occasionally return, so watch out for your Curses.
Some secret rooms are embedded in the ground, so check out what's under your feet.
Tips to beat Georges Güdron:
- Most of his attacks force the player to jump to avoid them.
- Try to stay in the air for as long as possible using the Scythe air attack or the jump attack.
- It's even better with certain Cloak weapons!
- Although it looks impressive, George's punch can be avoided with the right timing.
Stay alert if Infirmions are nearby (these are the lab coats floating in the air). When these medical professionals disappear, it's a safe bet that they will attack you in the back.
Tips to beat Andy Bulle:
- This giant crustacean has a good reach and can easily reach you from the middle of the screen. But he struggles to hit opponents in close combat.
- Running through him with a Rush is the best approach to defeating him.
- Watch out for his little claw all the same if you stay too long by his side. Also consider using your weapons and spells at long range.
Smudges can regenerate enemies and take damage from them, but cannot attack you directly.
Just before facing Maxxx, you will have the option to go to the Technical Room or the Store to buy useful items or upgrades for the fight.
Tips for beating Maxxx:
- Timing is everything for this fight. Know where to position yourself when he attacks and stay mobile when he fires his lasers.
- If the bolt is straight, stay still, if it's tilted, get ready to run away!
