Hellmaster

Overview

Hellmaster is a free-to-play, card-based strategy RPG developed by Dante Games. It blends tactical deck-building with role-playing elements set in a world inspired by Dante’s Divine Comedy. Players choose from a lineup of mythological heroes and fight through the nine circles of Hell using a mix of spells, equipment, and card combinations.

Gameplay and Features

Hellmaster blends elements of a collectible card game with the structure of a tactical RPG. Players begin by selecting a hero and customizing their loadout with spells, equipment, pets, and other tools that influence their performance. Battles are turn-based and revolve around forming strong card combinations, similar to poker, while also managing hero actions, casting spells, and fighting demons that appear on the board. 

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At the heart of the game is the hero system. Players choose from 15 different heroes, each belonging to a specific class and equipped with a unique ability. The hero’s class determines which spells and runes are available throughout progression. Once a hero reaches level 3, they unlock a personal spellbook that can store up to eight spells. These spells can be acquired through leveling up or earned from in-game events and challenges.

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Each hero can also be equipped with a variety of items, including weapons, shields, pets, charms, and even support abilities from deities. These pieces affect core stats like attack, defense, initiative, health, and morale. During combat, players combine card play with direct hero actions. Victory is achieved either by collecting all of the opponent’s gems or reducing their hero’s health to zero. 

Game Modes:

• Adventure: PvE-focused mode where players level up heroes, unlock content, and battle through the nine circles of Hell.
• Battle Arena: PvP mode where you can compete for Souls, a key in-game resource. Requires Souls to enter, which are tied to the game’s token ($DANTE).
• Hellmaster Arena: Special weekly tournament mode with larger rewards. Requires Keys, which can be earned or traded.
• Training: Practice mode against AI where you can test builds without losing resources.

NFTs and Blockchain

Hellmaster has integrated Web3 features through the Dante Games ecosystem, but these are optional. Players who choose to engage with the win-to-earn side can acquire and trade NFT versions of heroes, pets, spell cards, and equipment.

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The game uses the $DANTE token for purchasing Souls (needed for certain modes), staking for special tournament access, and acquiring NFT packs. A circular economy model supports in-game rewards, with mechanisms to avoid inflation and speculative traps. Players can earn shards to redeem NFT packs or keys, and trade assets via the Dante Games marketplace or on Immutable.

How to Get Started

Hellmaster is now in its beta phase and available to play on both PC and mobile. Players can download it from the official website, install the game, and complete the tutorial to get familiar with its mechanics. Early on, you’ll select from 15 mythological heroes, each with unique abilities and class-based playstyles. The beta includes ongoing seasonal events, weekend tournaments, and game modes like Adventure and Battle Arena, offering plenty of ways to progress and earn rewards. For more updates on new content and events, follow their socials.