Tag: Permadeath

Quest of Dungeons is a lovingly crafted throwback to classic roguelike dungeon crawlers, combining 16-bit pixel art with turn-based combat, procedural exploration and brutal permadeath. Its straightforward design may not revolutionise the genre, but the constant temptation to take one more turn, open one more chest and venture one room deeper makes this a wonderfully addictive adventure for anyone who enjoys testing their luck in the darkness.

A bold return to the deadly world of Aincrad, Echoes of Aincrad: Sword Art Online promises a deeply personal survival story where your own hero must conquer the floating castle — or lose everything trying.

A genre-defining roguelike masterpiece — endlessly creative, fiercely simulated, and finally complete after 15 years of evolution.

MENACE feels like Battle Brothers learned to breathe vacuum—hard, unforgiving, and impossible to quit once the first dropship lands.

The Night Loops Bundle packages two of 2025’s most atmospheric indie action roguelites — Night Swarm and Rogue Loops — into a compelling survival combo that’s equal parts challenge and reward. While both games share a dark aesthetic and tight combat loops, their execution varies wildly, making this bundle as uneven as it is intriguing.

A daring and intense platforming experience that marries precision, tension and reward. OneTry isn’t gentle — but for players who relish mastery under pressure, it’s an unforgettable challenge.

Deep Combat delivers tense, tactical battles beneath the waves, rewarding careful planning and strategic depth with visceral, unforgettable engagement.

A well-crafted and engaging roguelike that balances action, strategy, and progression loops — a standout entry that rewards experimentation and mastery.

A moody, psychologically driven space horror experience with excellent atmosphere and thematic cohesion, slightly held back by deliberate pacing and limited mechanical depth.

A unique and reflective simulation that challenges players to master both the game and themselves, offering insight, tension, and satisfaction in equal measure.