Hell Clock Tips: Master Builds, Skills & Speedrun
Written by Michael Owen | Hell Clock
Hell Clock is all about speed, planning, and adapting your build on the fly. The timer pushes you to make fast decisions, while the enemy scaling forces you to think about how each piece of gear and ability fits your run. Here are tips to help you start strong and progress faster.
Learn the Timer Early
Hell Clock has a built-in timer that changes how you approach each stage. Playing in relax mode is fine when learning, but the game is designed for timed runs. The timer rewards quick clears with bonus loot and XP, so practice short, efficient fights instead of dragging out encounters.
Focus on Builds & Buildcrafting
You’ll collect relics that slot into a grid. Treat this like a puzzle.
Prioritize relics that improve your main damage type or survival skills.
Leave space for future upgrades so you aren’t constantly rearranging.
Pay attention to affixes that modify skills instead of just boosting numbers. These open powerful combos later.
Speedrunning Mindset
Every stage can be skipped if your build is strong enough. Look for “fast-track” rooms that let you bypass areas at the cost of extra danger. These risk rooms often drop better gear, making them worth it if you’re confident.
Early Game Tips
Don’t invest too heavily in one skill early. Keep cooldown and mana cost balanced so you can keep moving.
Dash abilities are worth leveling just for movement. You don’t need them for damage, but fast repositioning saves time and health.
Collect gold aggressively in the first few zones. Shops often refresh with rare relics that can define your build.
Mid to Late Game Tips
Learn enemy patterns. Some rare enemies spawn mobs endlessly if left unchecked, wasting valuable time. Focus on killing summoners and high-threat elites first.
Resistances matter. Fire-heavy zones and red-lit enemy areas can wipe you fast if ignored. Cap them early when possible.
Adapt when RNG fails you. If you don’t get your preferred relics, switch strategy instead of forcing a broken build.
Endgame Speed Focus
Once you’ve cleared your first run, Hell Clock shifts to harder timed ascensions with limited attempts. Take on cursed rooms that drop special points for permanent upgrades, but only when you’re ready. These are hard, but they give long-term power boosts for future runs.
Final Blurb
Hell Clock rewards players who can think and act fast. Learn the timer, plan around relic synergies, and practice quick, clean clears. The game is built to challenge you with limited time and tough scaling, but with the right mindset, you’ll be cutting through runs faster every time.
FAQ
Can I turn the timer off?
Yes, but only for learning runs. Timed play is required in endgame.
Are relics permanent?
No. They reset at the end of each run, but you keep permanent upgrade points for future builds.
Is it better to fight every room or skip?
Skip when you can handle harder fights quickly. Extra loot and XP from tough rooms are worth it if you’re confident.
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