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NetHack

NetHack

by Glenn Andreas

1K ratings
113 reviews
🎮 Games
⚔️ Adventure
👑 Role Playing
Free

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  • Released
  • Updated
  • October 23, 2009
  • October 23, 2009

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Glenn Andreas
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About

Embark on a legendary dungeon-crawling adventure with this classic roguelike game. Explore vast levels, battle monsters, and uncover hidden secrets. Enjoy a faithful port with modern touch controls and graphical options.

✓ASCII or graphics mode
✓Touch-based movement and commands
✓Gesture-based command system
✓Pinch-to-zoom graphics
✓Faithful NetHack experience
✓Multiple tile sets
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What users say

Summarized from real user reviews of NetHack. Based on 1K reviews and a 2.8/5 average, it highlights the 4 positives and 4 negatives reviewers mention most about this game.

Positive things

  • 🚀Great port of classic game
  • 👍Innovative gesture controls
  • 💡Multiple graphical tilesets
  • 🚀Responsive touch controls

Negative things

  • 🐛Frequent crashes
  • 🐛Unreliable save function
  • 🐛Compatibility issues with newer iOS versions
  • 👎Steep learning curve
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What's New in NetHack

1.0

October 23, 2009

User reviews

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Please update nethack

You created the best app version of this game. Please update it or redevelop a new app for sale. It was the best version of NetHack created for Apple. /JSI
JSI9JSI9

Missing this game

I use to know this game as rogue. Loved it’s simplicity and had fun playing it. Wish you guys would update it.
JewelsluvsitJewelsluvsit

Broken

Broken and unmaintained
FifelfooFifelfoo

Great for local play, learned to love the UI

My first ascension was obtained using this app. Nowadays I prefer playing online on a public server like NAO or hardfought. I wish developer could bolt his UI on top of telnet or SSH somehow. Current telnet nethack on a phone ‘works’ but isn’t playable, IMO. Great job Gandreas!
NethackArnibaldNethackArnibald

Completely broken

The app opened for me and shows a popup, but the popup says nothing and has no "ok" button. I can't do anything because the popup is covering the screen. I understand that the app is super old and will probably never be fixed. But for those of you wondering: no, it doesn't work.
MaywinterMaywinter
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User experience

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Reported Bugs

4 issues

Crashes on call/exit

Bug

Unable to recover from crashes

Bug

Freezes on character creation

Bug

Compatibility problems with iPhone 6 and iOS 8+

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Requested Features

4 requests

Update to support latest iOS versions

Feature

Add option to edit configuration files

Feature

Implement multiple character support

Feature

Improve stability and save functionality

Feature

FAQ

What is NetHack?

NetHack is a cult classic roguelike dungeon crawler game known for its deep and rich gameplay. It challenges players to explore dungeons, battle monsters, and retrieve the Amulet of Yendor. This version brings the complete, faithful experience to mobile devices.

What are the key features of this mobile version?

This version offers both ASCII and graphics modes, with easy touch controls for movement and commands, including a gesture-based system. You can also pinch to zoom the graphics and choose from multiple tile sets for a personalized experience.

How much does NetHack cost?

This application is a paid app. There are no in-app purchases or advertisements, providing a complete and uninterrupted gameplay experience.

What platforms is NetHack available on?

This specific version of NetHack is available for iPhone and iPod Touch. The original game has been released on many platforms since its inception in 1987.

What is the main goal of the game?

The ultimate goal in NetHack is to retrieve the legendary Amulet of Yendor from the deepest dungeon level and successfully return to the surface. This requires strategic thinking, resource management, and overcoming numerous challenges.