Children of Morta

Children of Morta delivers a compelling blend of roguelite dungeon-crawling and family-driven progression that makes it stand out in the ARPG space. You'll tackle procedurally generated dungeons in 20–30 minute runs, fighting through waves of corrupted creatures with fluid, top-down combat. What makes it special is how each failed or successful run feeds into a larger whole: unlocking new family members, upgrading the Bergson homestead, and revealing new abilities that carry across all characters. The six playable heroes range from melee brawlers to ranged archers and support-focused fighters, each with distinct skill trees and combat rhythms. In solo play, you'll naturally experiment with different family members as fatigue mechanics encourage rotation. In couch co-op, the synergy becomes tactical—pairing a tanky frontliner with a glass-cannon archer or a spell-slinger creates natural coordination without requiring voice chat or complex planning. Shared progression means neither player falls behind when switching heroes. The learning curve is gentle at first but steepens as you unlock new dungeon biomes and face tougher bosses. Meta-progression smooths these spikes: permanent stat boosts, new abilities, and unlocked characters accumulate steadily, so even runs that end early contribute to your family's growing power. This structure makes it accessible to roguelite newcomers while offering enough challenge to satisfy veterans who enjoy mastering attack patterns and optimizing builds. Session structure is roguelite-friendly: runs are digestible, and you can safely quit between dungeons without losing progress. The pixel art presentation is gorgeous, with hand-animated characters and atmospheric lighting that give weight to every swing and spell. Combat feels responsive and varied enough across the roster to keep dozens of hours engaging, though the build depth is more modest than loot-heavy ARPGs—you're improving characters through fixed skill trees rather than chasing random gear drops. If you're looking for couch co-op with emotional stakes, meaningful progression that respects your time, and action that rewards both twitch skill and strategic hero rotation, Children of Morta hits a sweet spot few roguelites manage.