I appreciate you supporting my humble game via the boxed version, but you'll have to purchase the digital download to get the cartridge version...I can't really justify giving away the full game at this point in time 😔
Purchased this and downloaded it yesterday. I really love it. You caught my attention with Rogue 64, and Roguecraft (which I QA'd for BadgerPunchGames). I wanted to see what parts inspired you and what you expanded on. I was thrilled to see the weapons choices vs multiple characters. I was thrilled with the graphics and sounds but I truly wish there was an atmospheric soundtrack to play with. That would be my only request! Bravo, well done, congrats on taking the Rogue format to this level on the Commodore 64. I love it as it is very well done <3
Thanks for the kind words mate! 😊 😊❤️ If I had the ram left I would have gotten an in-game tune too 😁 I really enjoyed crafting ROGUEish! Rogue64 and Rogue Craft inspired me to get cracking with doing my own version. Rogue64 is why I did 25 rooms per level... seemed a good size.
Any chance to get a review copy for BrewOtaku #009? Or you can kindly confirm us, that the demo has enough to offer :) If you are okay with a review copy for us, you can get in touch with us via brewotaku at brewotaku dot com. Thanks :)
Hi! The demo only has 2 levels, the old sid tune, less SFX, and no rotating projectiles for extra polish. The rest of the game play is identical. I'll contact you via your email 😊
Been having a lot of fun with the full game. Managed to survive to the 6th level so far, not used the bow yet. Tried to clear out every single room to see the risk/reward on each floor. Great fun. Be playing a lot more later on.
Hi! This is me doing a blind run. With no instructions, no knowledge, nothing. I usually do relatively short episodes in this format - yet here I played for TWO HOURS, totally mesmerized. In a crowded genre, your game has its own personality that makes it stand out <3 I really hope you improve the formula with a sequel. I especially missed a load/save feature (even just one of the kind that destroys the save state once loaded, so you still can't reload endlessly to cheat).
This is a tremendous game. I feel that bows are a little OP, especially if they give status effects. I've only had time to play the full version twice so far, and I got annihilated on Level 4 with a sword and shield, whereas I cruised to Level 9 with a bow without any real hassle, and I think I only died that time because I made the double mistake of buying a sword (and no shield) instead of the bow in the list once, and then I chose a bow without a status effect the next time. Prior to that I was always at full health with >30 potions.
I agree that a bow can feel OP sometimes, especially at the beginning (if you get a good attack value initally). As the enemies get more numerous, and more HP, then you can get overrun...having to do melee attacks instead, putting you at a disadvantage then...bit of a balancing act :)
Having played through a few times for the Zzap!64 review, the bow is definitely the better weapon than the sword. Furthest reached level 15 with the bow and died mostly due to bad spawns.
I made it to level ten by using the bow and then pivoting to sword and shield at around level 8. But I think I'm going to try just sticking to the bow next time. I've only done three plays so far: 4, 9, and 10.
Does it end, or does it just keep auto-generating until you die?
Don't forget to buy better weapons/armour in the shop. Also a bow lets you attack from a distance in look mode as well as adjacent in move mode. Using look mode also lets you know which monsters might need attacking next from their stats. Thanks for playing!! ❤️❤️❤️
Well, I do not buy any weapons, because sometimes I don't grab the money needed. And I try a new game using the bow... I went to level 6! I don't think I'll go to level 7 one day :D
Thanks. Using the bow helped me go further in the game. Your rogue-like is very addictive. I play one game every evening since I bought it. Looks like K&A+ will ship me a boxed version... Soon, I hope!
I'm going to make the $5.99 digital versions (tape, disk, prg) available from 31st October to coincide with shipping of the physical versions (the publisher's suggestion).
I'm glad you're excited! It's up to when the publishers finishes their part, the physical formats...I'll release my digital then...they are working hard on it 😊
Got a question to ask in regards to the game. I made a payment, but the game I'm given access to download is only the demo. How do I get access to download the full game?
You should try the game again, but remember you can use the bow from a distance when in look mode...much safer! :D Also, when doing melee attacks, remember to have a sword if you don't have a bow, also much easier haha
Just played the demo and loved it. One thing I would suggest. I did a fire button long press and navigated to use a heal but overshot and wound up accidentally quitting the game. Now I know I'm an idiot for doing this, but there may be others like me. You might consider adding an "are you sure?" failsafe for my fellow klutzes. Great game though! Can't wait for the full release.
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Cool! Cheers mate 🍻
<3
Hi, I bought it in the boxed version, can I also have this .zip file to have the cartridge version too? thx
I appreciate you supporting my humble game via the boxed version, but you'll have to purchase the digital download to get the cartridge version...I can't really justify giving away the full game at this point in time 😔
The disk version is the same of the cartdridge ?
Btw i can show you the order number and the invoice :)
It's identical except disk version isn't instant load and has loading screen.
Can I contact you?
Sure
How can I contact you?
Purchased this and downloaded it yesterday. I really love it. You caught my attention with Rogue 64, and Roguecraft (which I QA'd for BadgerPunchGames). I wanted to see what parts inspired you and what you expanded on. I was thrilled to see the weapons choices vs multiple characters. I was thrilled with the graphics and sounds but I truly wish there was an atmospheric soundtrack to play with. That would be my only request! Bravo, well done, congrats on taking the Rogue format to this level on the Commodore 64. I love it as it is very well done <3
Thanks for the kind words mate! 😊 😊❤️ If I had the ram left I would have gotten an in-game tune too 😁 I really enjoyed crafting ROGUEish! Rogue64 and Rogue Craft inspired me to get cracking with doing my own version. Rogue64 is why I did 25 rooms per level... seemed a good size.
Any chance to get a review copy for BrewOtaku #009? Or you can kindly confirm us, that the demo has enough to offer :) If you are okay with a review copy for us, you can get in touch with us via brewotaku at brewotaku dot com. Thanks :)
Hi! The demo only has 2 levels, the old sid tune, less SFX, and no rotating projectiles for extra polish. The rest of the game play is identical. I'll contact you via your email 😊
Awesome. Thanks!
email sent...
Been having a lot of fun with the full game. Managed to survive to the 6th level so far, not used the bow yet. Tried to clear out every single room to see the risk/reward on each floor. Great fun. Be playing a lot more later on.
AWESOME! Glad you like it...it was fun AND hair pulling to make it lol 🤣
Hey, I hope you don't mind, but I placed your awesome game into the best C64 homebrew games of 2025.
Thanks mate, you rock!!
Aww, thank you :)
Hi!
Thanks!This is me doing a blind run. With no instructions, no knowledge, nothing. I usually do relatively short episodes in this format - yet here I played for TWO HOURS, totally mesmerized. In a crowded genre, your game has its own personality that makes it stand out <3
I really hope you improve the formula with a sequel. I especially missed a load/save feature (even just one of the kind that destroys the save state once loaded, so you still can't reload endlessly to cheat).
Thanks mate, you rock!! Playing for two hours, glad you enjoyed it!
This is a tremendous game. I feel that bows are a little OP, especially if they give status effects. I've only had time to play the full version twice so far, and I got annihilated on Level 4 with a sword and shield, whereas I cruised to Level 9 with a bow without any real hassle, and I think I only died that time because I made the double mistake of buying a sword (and no shield) instead of the bow in the list once, and then I chose a bow without a status effect the next time. Prior to that I was always at full health with >30 potions.
Thanks for the kind words mate! :)
I agree that a bow can feel OP sometimes, especially at the beginning (if you get a good attack value initally). As the enemies get more numerous, and more HP, then you can get overrun...having to do melee attacks instead, putting you at a disadvantage then...bit of a balancing act :)
Having played through a few times for the Zzap!64 review, the bow is definitely the better weapon than the sword. Furthest reached level 15 with the bow and died mostly due to bad spawns.
Level 15?! Wow...I've not gotten that high myself lol 😂 how long was your play session? I'll have to try again...
I made it to level ten by using the bow and then pivoting to sword and shield at around level 8. But I think I'm going to try just sticking to the bow next time. I've only done three plays so far: 4, 9, and 10.
Does it end, or does it just keep auto-generating until you die?
It never ends until you do 😁😁
Getting to 15? Probably a couple of hours. I generally tried to explore most/all of each level unless I was struggling for health.
does ka-plus ship to america? I dont see the shipping option.
I don't think so right now due to Trump and the tarrifs
Hey, I hope you don't mind, but I have put your awesome game in this months best homebrew games video.
AWESOMESAUCE! Thanks mate 😁
No probs at all :)
Simply a really good rogue. Laughed a lot with the "yin yang ball" creature.
Highly recommended.
haha! glad you like it! :)
I got the creatures from @kirai_s on twitter, they were very cute!
Cute and various. I do really hate long range attack creatures... My best play? Level 5.
And a little (20 minutes!) longplay recorded in Vice. Got killed in level 4 by a zombie!
Don't forget to buy better weapons/armour in the shop. Also a bow lets you attack from a distance in look mode as well as adjacent in move mode. Using look mode also lets you know which monsters might need attacking next from their stats. Thanks for playing!! ❤️❤️❤️
Well, I do not buy any weapons, because sometimes I don't grab the money needed. And I try a new game using the bow... I went to level 6! I don't think I'll go to level 7 one day :D
A good effort 😁
Thanks. Using the bow helped me go further in the game. Your rogue-like is very addictive. I play one game every evening since I bought it. Looks like K&A+ will ship me a boxed version... Soon, I hope!
Great new Rogue-game. I've also included it in my new video along with other recently released games. Hope you like it.
Awesome!!! Thanks for the love :)
Hey thank you for this, here is my tribute...
Awesome mate, thanks! :)
It's quite a fun game, but needs save/load feature & some secrets, e.g. items hidden in walls, behind grates, etc. just to add a bit more variety ;-)
Thanks for the feedback mate ☺️ I didn't have much room left so couldn't add anything else, but it gives me food for thought for improvements 👌
The game is excellent 😁
Working with you is even better 💪
As K&A PLUS, we hope to continue this collaboration 😁
Best regards 😊
Retro Chlop ✌️
K&A PLUS TEAM ✌️ 😎
Thanks so much for the kind words mate!! :) I would love to keep working with you and your team for future projects!
Awesome game!
Thanks mate! 🤜🤛❤️
when is the digital version expected to be available?
I need to check with the publishers as to when I can upload them to my site first for "simultaneous release" with the physical versions.
Oh, ok. I understand. Thank you very much.
I'm going to make the $5.99 digital versions (tape, disk, prg) available from 31st October to coincide with shipping of the physical versions (the publisher's suggestion).
If you didn't see my devlog post, you can now purchase the digital version too ❤️
The physical edition is now available!
https://ka-plus.pl/en/store/ROGUEish-Box-Only-pick-storage-options-p790388128
I saw some photos via email during proofreading, but didn't know it was on their site for pre-order yet ❤️
Have you got a date/day in mind for when this will be released? I keep checking everyday. Excited to play this <3
I'm glad you're excited! It's up to when the publishers finishes their part, the physical formats...I'll release my digital then...they are working hard on it 😊
Got a question to ask in regards to the game. I made a payment, but the game I'm given access to download is only the demo. How do I get access to download the full game?
I appreciate the donation, but it said on the main page that the full game will come out later this month...I can do a refund if you want?
I'm sorry, I must have miss that part. It is ok, there is no need for a refund. How much will the game cost or will it still be "name your price"?
Hi 😊 I'm thinks of a price around $5.99 which is between Rogue64 and RogueCraft...seems fair... There will be a physical disc/tape too
Ok, thanks for the reply. I will definitely buy both digital and tape version.
For our review, what's the price going to be to download the digital file?
I haven't 100% decided yet, but I was thinking of $5.99, which is partway between the Rogue64 and RogueCraft prices, which seems a fair price to me...
Cheers, do you know what K&A will be selling the physical tape for?
I'm not sure yet, but I guess similar to what other products on their site already. Also there is supposed to be a Disk version now too!
Hey there, I hope you don't mind, but I enjoyed this game so much that I added it in my new Best C64 games of 2025 video.
Cool beans!! Thanks so much for the coverage mate!! Appreciate it!!
No probs at all. Good game 😀
You should try the game again, but remember you can use the bow from a distance when in look mode...much safer! :D Also, when doing melee attacks, remember to have a sword if you don't have a bow, also much easier haha
Hey, do you have a publisher already?
YES! ❤️
Just played the demo and loved it. One thing I would suggest. I did a fire button long press and navigated to use a heal but overshot and wound up accidentally quitting the game. Now I know I'm an idiot for doing this, but there may be others like me. You might consider adding an "are you sure?" failsafe for my fellow klutzes. Great game though! Can't wait for the full release.
😁😁 you are not an idiot, and I've already added a confirmation to the game 😊
lovely, lovely little game
Wow, i'd like a physical version .. maybe cartridge T_T
The plan is a physical tape version, old school! :)
Too bad I don't own a datasette for my C64 :(
Sorry, it was the publisher's choice of physical
It happens. As long as there is a floppy disk image to download, I'll be happy.
I don't have a datasette either...sads...I need one too 🙂