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ack in 2013, the original won the hearts of many a roguelite fan, with a twist on the genre that saw failure go hand-in-hand with progress. And nearly a decade on, Cellar Door Games faces not only the weight of expectation that comes with creating a sequel, but competition from an army of titles inspired by its formula. Far from buckling under the pressure, the dev has crafted a follow-up that revitalizes the series with

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