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Pathos: Nethack Codex

Pathos: Nethack Codex

by Callan Hodgskin

353 ratings
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⚔️ Adventure
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  • Released
  • Updated
  • October 13, 2015
  • February 19, 2026

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Embark on a challenging roguelike adventure inspired by Nethack's rule set. Select from 13 distinct classes and delve into a perilous dungeon. Your mission is to confront your nemesis in hell and escape with as much treasure as possible.

✓Nethack-inspired gameplay
✓13 playable classes
✓Deep dungeon exploration
✓Defeat nemesis in hell
✓Loot collection and escape
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What's New in Pathos

7.4

February 19, 2026

- see the full change log in help > updates - swipe from the left edge to save & quit - designed for tablets & phones; landscape & portrait - autosave - resurrect and continue - custom characters - dungeon adventure & overland quest - ride your steed into battle - choose from absurd, classic, geoduck & sonyvanda tiles - 200+ monsters from Slash'em - comprehensive help - hall of fame (top 20) - turn-based & real-time modes - French, Chinese, Korean, Russian, Ukrainian, Turkish, Spanish, Brazilian Portuguese, German, Polish, Hungarian, Japanese, Vietnamese & Italian translations

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Classic Roguelikes All in One

I finally understand the beauty of these games and Pathos generates the classics by changing the codex within the opening screen.
Wonderful game to add to any portable device.
Tartarus216Tartarus216

Too laggy now

I can’t even play anymore because of the lag. This game was epic, and I had it installed for the longest time.
UchuumeUchuume

Just when I thought I was out

I keep coming back, year after year…
D_urpD_urp

Solid, with a lot of variety

I’ve come back to this game many times over the years. Works great on all devices. Has a lot of options to play in so many different ways. Props to the developers for making a game I can’t forget!
JozabiJozabi

Awesome nethack variant AND MORE!

I’d have been thrilled with just a great mobile port of nethack, but pathos is even better. Callanh has expanded it into a super fun variant that retains the skill based YASD gameplay but has more going on. Then there are several other modes which are also really fun. I’ve drained my phone battery many times with this game, and will do so many times again
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FAQ

What kind of game is Pathos: Nethack Codex?

Pathos: Nethack Codex is a roguelike adventure game. It draws heavy inspiration from the rule set of the classic game Nethack, offering a challenging experience with deep mechanics.

What are the main objectives in the game?

The primary objective is to journey deep into a perilous dungeon, descend to hell to defeat your nemesis, and then successfully escape the dungeon with as much loot as you can carry.

How many classes can I choose from?

You can choose from 13 distinct classes, each offering unique abilities and playstyles. This variety allows for different approaches to tackling the game's challenges.

Is this game free to play?

Yes, the application is free to download and play. There are no in-app purchases or advertisements mentioned, indicating a completely free experience.

What platforms is Pathos: Nethack Codex available on?

The provided data does not explicitly state the platforms. However, it is described as a mobile application, suggesting availability on iOS and/or Android devices.