How does Judas' regret differ from true repentance?

Judas' reaction to his betrayal of Jesus, as depicted in Matthew 27, shows a distinction between human regret and true repentance. While Judas felt remorse and returned the thirty pieces of silver, his sorrow did not lead him to Christ for forgiveness and salvation. Instead, it drove him to despair, culminating in his tragic end. This illustrates the difference between mere emotional regret—often tied to fear of consequences—and Holy Spirit-wrought repentance that brings one to seek mercy and grace in Christ alone, as emphasized in 2 Corinthians 7:10, where true repentance leads to life.