Brogue vs AVeryRogueXMas

Countless adventurers before you have descended this torch-lit staircase, seeking the promised riches below. As you reach the bottom and step into the wide cavern, the doors behind you seal with a powerful magic... Welcome to the Dungeons of Doom! Brogue is a single-player strategy game set in the halls of a mysterious and randomly-generated dungeon. The objective is simple enough -- retrieve the fabled Amulet of Yendor from the 26th level -- but the dungeon is riddled with danger. Horrifying creatures and devious, trap-ridden terrain await. Yet it is also riddled with weapons, potions, and artifacts of forgotten power. Survival demands strength and cunning in equal measure as you descend, making the most of what the dungeon gives you. You will make sacrifices, narrow escapes, and maybe even some friends along the way -- but will you be one of the lucky few to return alive?" This app offers: Brogue Classic - Brian Walker's original vision and where it all started. Brogue CE - A community effort that fixes bugs and crashes and focuses on QoL. Brogue SE - A new variant by yours truly with original items, monsters, and mechanics "...on the iPad, Brogue is an even more incredible feat than it is on the Mac: there aren’t a lot of roguelikes that can jump from a keyboard to a touch-based interface without coming off worse for wear. It’s every bit as good on the iPad as it is on the Mac." - Cult of Mac "[...] it manages to make use of its ASCII visuals to create some truly impressive-looking environments [...] it’s high fantasy to the core; filled with kobolds, goblins, wands, spell scrolls, and more." - 148Apps "It's a bit weird and clunky, but yeah, it's still Brogue" - Roguelike Radio

Embark on a festive roguelike adventure in the North Pole! A Very Rogue XMas combines classic roguelike gameplay with beloved Christmas characters in a turn-based adventure that will keep you coming back for more. Choose from 12 unique character classes including Santa Claus, Rudolph, The Grinch, Frosty the Snowman, and more, each with their own abilities and six-step character missions. Explore a vast procedurally generated North Pole world filled with dangerous enemies, hidden treasures, and challenging quests. Master D&D 5e-inspired turn-based combat as you battle arctic wolves, snow golems, evil elves, and other holiday-themed foes. Collect powerful weapons and armor, level up your character, and unlock specializations that define your playstyle. With classic ASCII graphics, deep character progression, and an engaging quest system featuring combat, collection, and exploration objectives, A Very Rogue XMas delivers a nostalgic yet fresh take on the roguelike genre. Whether you're hunting down quest objectives in Santa's Workshop, exploring the frozen wilderness, or completing your character's personal mission, every playthrough offers new challenges and discoveries. Key Features: • 12 unique Christmas-themed character classes with distinct abilities • D&D 5e-inspired turn-based combat system • Deep character progression with specializations and ability score improvements • Comprehensive quest system with multiple quest types • Procedurally generated world with multiple areas to explore • Classic ASCII graphics with modern performance optimizations • Character-specific six-step missions for each class • Extensive item and equipment system with rarity tiers Experience the magic of Christmas through the lens of classic roguelike gameplay. Will you save the North Pole, or will the darkness consume it?