Rogue Dungeon RPG

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Rogue Dungeon RPG is a single player role playing game. It was developed by Geometric Applications and was released on February 13, 2019. It received positive reviews from players.

"Rogue Dungeon RPG" is an action-packed, strategic dungeon crawler game with permadeath and unlimited replayability. Levels are randomly generated and characters can gain over 110 unique passive skills, with optional in-app purchases. Collect magical items, resurrection gems, and shards to power up relics, and enjoy regular updates to keep the gameplay fresh.

Genres & Tags

Role Playing

Play Modes

Single-Player

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86%

Audience ScoreBased on 980 reviews

graphics50 positive mentions

grinding12 negative mentions

Fun and engaging gameplay with a variety of builds and skills to explore.
No ads and fair monetization, allowing for a truly free-to-play experience.
Simple graphics that add charm to the game, reminiscent of classic RPGs.

Controls can be clunky and difficult to manage, especially with touch input.
The game can become repetitive after a while, lacking variety in maps and enemies.
Some users experience bugs, such as the game crashing or displaying in a tiny window.

graphics
172 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
29%
63%
8%
The graphics of the game are generally described as simplistic, crude, or even "ugly," often likened to stick figures or retro styles reminiscent of old flash games. However, many players emphasize that despite the low-quality visuals, the gameplay is engaging, fun, and surprisingly deep, making the graphics a secondary concern. Overall, while there are calls for improvements, the consensus is that the game's charm and enjoyment come from its mechanics rather than its aesthetics.
- “The graphics are hand-drawn and might be a turn-off to some, but they don't take long to get used to.”
- “Don't let the graphics fool you, this isn't some shovelware made to maximize ads per hour, as there are none to be seen.”
- “The simplistic graphics bely a surprisingly rich and complex loot and leveling system that can draw you in for hours on end, striving to make that perfect run through the dungeon.”
- “The graphics are horrible, but the gameplay is good and the leveling system and items are great... I'm still playing.”
- “The game turned me off from the start, there's no tutorial explaining the mechanics, and the visuals are horrible; I thought the gameplay would compensate for it, but no.”
- “The graphics suck but it's pretty good.”
gameplay
150 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
55%
42%
3%
The gameplay is widely praised for its smooth mechanics, depth, and engaging progression systems, making it both fun and addictive. Players appreciate the lack of intrusive ads and pay-to-win mechanics, allowing for a more enjoyable experience. While the graphics may be simplistic or underwhelming, the core gameplay is considered outstanding, with many expressing a desire for further enhancements and additional content.
- “Mechanically smooth, go at your own pace whether that be fast or slow, and there's challenges to add replayability.”
- “This game is easily one of the best games I have ever played on mobile; the gameplay is simple but engaging, rewarding, and very fun.”
- “The gameplay is fun and compelling, in my opinion.”
- “Every time I try to play this game, it just stops working and gives me an error after a few minutes of gameplay, and then I have to restart it, and when I try to get back into the game, all my progress is lost!”
- “The game turned me off from the start; there's no tutorial explaining the mechanics, and the visuals are horrible. I thought the gameplay would compensate for it, but no.”
- “The gameplay could do with some improvements; combat is very simplistic and could use maybe a dodge mechanic and better hit detection.”
monetization
96 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
60%
5%
35%
The monetization model of the game is highly praised, with users emphasizing the absence of ads and intrusive microtransactions. Players appreciate that the game can be enjoyed fully without spending money, as there are no paywalls or forced purchases, making it a refreshing experience in the mobile gaming landscape. Overall, the game is seen as a well-crafted title that prioritizes player enjoyment over aggressive monetization tactics.
- “It's a well-crafted rogue-like action RPG with no annoying mobile-game monetization mechanics to cripple the fun.”
- “In-app purchases exist, but aren't shoved down your throat via being pushed or making you feel like you have to have them!”
- “Great game that is fun to play and doesn't shove microtransactions in your face.”
- “I suspect ads will be added as this game gets more popular.”
- “No money hungry microtransactions shoved in your face, ads don't interfere with gameplay nor have I found many.”
- “As of yet I haven't been swarmed by ads or felt like I had to purchase anything.”
replayability
24 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
75%
12%
13%
Overall, the game is praised for its high replayability, with players enjoying the variety of challenges, randomized elements, and engaging mechanics that encourage multiple playthroughs. Many reviewers highlight the smooth gameplay and item systems as key factors that enhance the replay value, making it a fun and addictive experience. Despite its simple graphics, the game offers depth and customization that keeps players coming back for more.
- “Fantastic game with lots of replayability.”
- “Extremely fun, high replayability, great mechanics.”
- “This game has surprisingly high replay value and has kept me more interested than most AAA games have.”
- “Great game, fairly in-depth stat focuses, lots of grinding but that adds to the replay value. Portrait mode is one of the first things I look for in a game, so that's an added bonus!”
- “The graphics are reminiscent of an old flash game, allowing for a concentration on replayability.”
- “Simple, replayable, and the overall look and feel are smooth.”
grinding
14 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
14%
86%
Players generally find the grinding aspect of the game to be a mixed bag; while it can be tedious and repetitive, many appreciate the depth it adds to gameplay and the replay value it offers. Some users enjoy the intuitive mechanics that make grinding feel rewarding rather than burdensome, while others express frustration over the time investment required to unlock upgrades and relics. Overall, the grinding is seen as a core element that enhances the experience for fans of the genre, despite some calls for improvements to reduce monotony.
- “Not grindy, but the time spent feels worth it.”
- “Not too grindy.”
- “After my first defeat at the hands of a difficult spike enemy, I can upgrade relics to get more powerful, but looking at how tiny the increments are, I'm imagining grinding for hours to pass the second floor.”
- “Starts strong, then is repetitive and grindy.”
- “A very good game recommend but it gets grindy after you unlock 1000x. I'm at 2000x right now just grinding, but I think they should add more relics or something to increase your stats.”
story
10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
20%
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The reviews indicate that the game's story is lacking, which is a significant drawback for an RPG. Many players feel that the narrative needs substantial development, including deeper lore, quests, and character customization, to enhance the overall experience. While the game shows potential, the consensus is that without a more engaging story, it falls short of being a proper RPG.
- “They had a mission with this game and they accomplished it.”
- “Interesting game, but this game needs to improve animation, UI, and storyline maybe?”
- “There's not much of a story, too. For an RPG, I think this is one of the most important parts.”
- “Definitely needs more in the way of story before you can call it a proper RPG. I recommend trying this out to support the developers; looking forward to updates.”
- “The style of this game is way out of time, and the graphics and story are a joke.”
stability
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Overall, the game's stability is marked by a mix of minor glitches and bugs, such as UI issues and occasional crashes, but these do not significantly detract from the overall experience. While some players report frustrating visual glitches and control problems, others find the game enjoyable and relatively stable for a hack-and-slash RPG.
- “It's not game breaking, but the bottom UI is slowly gliding down off screen and then glitches back to its original position over and over.”
- “Everyone is turning into parsnips, there's invisible characters, and the UI glitches too.”
- “I loved the game, but now it's all buggy.”
humor
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in the game is highlighted by its amusing graphics and funny art, which remain entertaining even after extended playtime. Players appreciate the lighthearted tone and comedic elements, comparing it favorably to other popular titles while enjoying the absence of forced ads. Overall, the game's humor contributes significantly to its charm and appeal.
- “Funny graphics which even after 12 hours didn't get boring.”
- “Awesome and funny little dungeon crawler with a loot system comparable to WoW or Diablo.”
- “No forced ads, funny art.”
music
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
50%
The reviews indicate a strong desire for music in the game, with several users expressing that the absence of soundtracks detracts from the overall experience. While some players appreciate the game's graphics and gameplay, they feel that the lack of battle music and sound effects makes it less engaging. Overall, the consensus is that adding music would enhance the game's excitement and immersion.
- “Decent game, good music, nice variety of enemies, decent menu.”
- “Honestly a good game but would be significantly better with music.”
- “Yo, creators, I just gotta say that I love this awesome RPG game you made! Fine graphics + the stickman but there are two things I gotta mention before I run out of letters to write: 1. There is no music, so it kinda makes it not exciting. I need battle music!”
- “Pretty good game, but for some reason the sound of anything is non-existent, like no music or sound of weapon swings or taking damage.”
- “There is no music, so it kind of makes it not exciting. I need battle music!”
- “Honestly, a good game, but it would be significantly better with music.”
optimization
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
60%
60%
Overall, the game demonstrates solid gameplay and smooth performance, suggesting effective optimization for mobile devices. However, there are calls for improvements in graphics and controls to enhance the overall experience further. While it may not be visually impressive, the optimization allows for a satisfying RPG experience.
- “Get past the whack stick figure graphics and you have the closest thing to an optimized Path of Exile experience on mobile.”
- “What it lacks in complexity, it makes up for in smooth gameplay and optimization.”
- “With graphic upgrades and controls optimized, this would be the best RPG on the market.”
- “Maybe some more optimization can be done?”
- “The graphics could be optimized, but the gameplay is solid.”
- “Get past the whack stick figure graphics and you have the closest thing to an optimized Path of Exile on mobile experience.”
character development
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Character development is generally viewed as easy and satisfying, contributing positively to the gameplay experience; however, issues with the controls detract from the overall enjoyment.
- “The character development is incredibly satisfying, allowing players to truly feel a sense of growth and progression.”
- “I love how the character development is easy to navigate, making it enjoyable to see my character evolve throughout the game.”
- “The depth of character development adds a rich layer to the gameplay, making each decision feel impactful.”
emotional
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The emotional aspect of the game is negatively impacted by technical issues, particularly a bug that causes the character to move uncontrollably to the left, which detracts from the overall experience.