Independent Incidentals - Ep. 08: Rogue and the Evolution of Roguelikes

Independent Incidentals

Jan 10 2025 | 00:42:30

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Show Notes

Rogue was invented in the 80s and sparked a revolution of challenging video games called roguelikes, which are celebrated in the indie space even today. But what makes a roguelike? How did Rogue’s legacy get carried through to the modern day?

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