Shattered Pixel Dungeon is a traditional roguelike dungeon crawler RPG that's simple to get into but hard to master! Every game is a unique challenge, with five different heroes, randomized levels and enemies, and hundreds of items to collect and use. ShatteredPD is also updated every two to three months, so there's always something new.
◀ Choose Your Hero ▶
Each of ShatteredPD's five playable heroes has their own unique mechanics and gameplay style. Cut down foes as the durable Warrior or deadly Duelist, fry your enemies as the arcane Mage, or use terrain to your advantage as the stealthy Rogue or the markswoman Huntress!
As you progress through the dungeon you'll earn points to spend on talents, choose a subclass, and gain powerful lategame abilities. You can turn the Duelist into a dual-wielding Champion, the Mage into a soul-sucking Warlock, the Huntress into a tanky Warden, or explore loads of other possibilities!
◀ Explore the Dungeon ▶
ShatteredPD's dungeon is procedurally generated with random layouts, room types, items, traps, and enemies. In each game you'll find equipment and collect or craft consumable items to power you up or help you out in a pinch. There is a huge variety to what you might see from run to run and region to region.
As you progress through the dungeon you'll find equipment that can be enchanted, upgraded, and augmented as you outfit your hero. Set foes ablaze with an enchanted weapon, wade through enemies with upgraded armor, or gain powerful damage, defensive, or utility benefits from one of the many wands, rings, or magical artifacts.
◀ Succeed or Die Trying ▶
The Dungeon is filled with enemies, traps, hazards, and bosses intent on ending your run! Battle hostile wildlife in the sewers and caves, mad thieves and guards in the prison, occult servants in the fallen dwarven city, and maybe something even worse further down...
All these hazards can make the game quite tough, but don't be discouraged! You probably won't win on your first try, but there are many tricks and strategies to discover and learn on the path to getting your first win!
◀ Over A Decade in the Making ▶
Shattered Pixel Dungeon is an open source game based on the source code of Pixel Dungeon by Watabou (first released in late 2012). It started in 2014 as a project to rebalance Pixel Dungeon but has steadily grown into its own game over the last 8 years!
Features Include:
• 5 Heroes, each with 2 subclasses, 3 endgame abilities, and over 25 talents.
• Over 250 items including equipment, consumables, and items crafted via alchemy.
• 5 dungeon regions, 26 floors, over 100 room types, and trillions of possible floor layouts.
• Over 60 enemy types, 30 traps, and 5 detailed bosses to test your skills.
• 9 optional challenges and over 100 achievements for completionists.
• Interface modes for large and small screens, and support for multiple input types.
• Updates roughly every 3 months with new content, fixes, and improvements.
• Support for many languages thanks to the game's dedicated communities.
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Summary of user reviews
Positive highlights
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This game hasEndless replayability with randomly generated levels and items
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This game hasBeautiful pixel art graphics and atmosphere
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This game hasIntricate mechanics and depth of gameplay
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This game hasChallenging but rewarding experience that encourages learning and skill development
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This game hasSuitable for short or long play sessions
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This game hasGreat value for the price with no ads or in-app purchases
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This game hasFrequent updates with new content and improvements
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This game hasWide variety of playable characters with unique playstyles
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This game hasNo need for internet connection or account to play
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This game hasEncourages strategic thinking and resource management
Negative highlights
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This game hasCan be extremely challenging and punishing, especially for new players
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This game hasRuns can feel too long, leading to frustration upon death
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This game hasLack of d-pad support makes navigation difficult
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This game hasReliance on RNG can lead to unfair deaths
What's New in Shattered Pixel Dungeon
2.5.4
October 9, 2024
Shattered Pixel Dungeon has been patched!
This patch contains bugfixes.
This patch contains translation updates.
This game has been 10 years in the making ( or more ) it keeps changing and evolving and getting better. It’s still updated regularly & a new class is imminent. Every game is new and different. Every one can be - the game! - or a disaster that you stagger through until death. & that’s it’s best feature. Get it if you like deep rogue-like, set in a classic D&d fantasy setting. Highly recommended.