With the POLAR VORTEX which is causing teeth to chatter throughout Quebec, we all need a little warmth. Fortunately, video games offer us levels where lava flows freely and flames dance relentlessly.
Whether it’s braving a volcano or avoiding ending up fried, these scorching worlds promise to make you forget the cold – at least for the duration of a game.
Ready to warm up the mood? Here are the hottest video game levels!
Lethal Lava Land
Super Mario 64 – Nintendo 64
You can’t miss such a great classic. Lethal Lava Land is one of the most iconic volcano levels of all time. As a bonus, Mario can burn his pussy.
Lavawheel Volcano
Donkey Kong Country Returns HD – Nintendo Switch
Nintendo
This volcanic level is the perfect place to warm up. With its bubbling lava and dark ambiance, Lavalwheel Volcano promises to raise the temperature as you take on this scorching challenge.
Lost Izalith
Dark Souls – Multiple platforms
FromSoftware / Bandai Namco
A hellish level where lava invades ancient ruins, creating an overwhelming atmosphere. The heat is omnipresent, ideal for warming up… if you survive.
Hot Top Volcano
Diddy Kong Racing – Nintendo 64
Nintendo
Are you interested in a little race in a volcano? Aside from having a song that will be stuck in your head for hours, Hot Top Volcano is a truly entertaining ride. A remake of Diddy Kong RacingPlease.
Fire Temple
The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom – Nintendo Switch
Nintendo
A labyrinthine temple where lava and sometimes mixing paths create a heavy atmosphere. The warmth of the place, combined with the exploration challenges, will make you feel the temperature rising with every step.
-Mount Horu
Ori and the Blind Forest – PC, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch
Moon Studios / Microsoft Studios
This rather peaceful Metroidvania still hides a hot level with Mount Horu. This level will keep you on your toes while taking you on a beautiful and sizzling journey.
The Nether
Minecraft – Multiple platforms
Xbox Game Studios
The Nether is a volcanic dimension filled with lava, hard rock, and hostile creatures. The heat is omnipresent, making exploration as dangerous as it is intense.
Hell on Earth
Doom Eternal – Multiple Platforms
id Software / Bethesda Softworks
This level shows Earth invaded by demons, transformed into a burning hell. Fires, lava and rubble form an intense apocalyptic environment. And it is Doom. It’s the ultimate infernal game.
Muspelheim
God of War (2018) – PlayStation 4, PC
Santa Monica Studio / Sony Interactive Entertainment
A fiery kingdom where Kratos must face waves of enemies in oppressive heat. Surrounded by flames, lava and a suffocating atmosphere, each challenge is designed to test your resilience.
Chaos Island
Sonic Frontiers – multiple platforms
SEGA
This island of Sonic Frontiers is a little more dotted with lava springs, but it’s pretty clear that it’s hot. There are plenty of levels with volcanic elements in the Sonic franchise, but we chose this one. We assume it.
Good luck in the POLAR VORTEX.
