- March 11, 2021
- Zoo Corporation
Rogue Explorer
I still maintain Rogue Explorer could have been a great game. Honestly, if it was less focused on bland Roguelike elements and instead was reimagined as a more robust Metroidvania, I think this could have been awesome. Sadly, as is, it’s pretty hard to recommend to most gamers. But if you enjoy simple, retro-styled games and want something affordable, you might want to pick this up.
I still maintain Rogue Explorer could have been a great game. Honestly, if it was less focused on bland Roguelike elements and instead was reimagined as a more robust Metroidvania, I think this could have been awesome. Sadly, as is, it’s pretty hard to recommend to most gamers. But if you enjoy simple, retro-styled games and want something affordable, you might want to pick this up.
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About Rogue Explorer
Rogue Explorer is a single player hack and slash game with fantasy, medieval and historical themes. It was developed by Zoo Corporation and was released on March 11, 2021. It received neutral reviews from both critics and players.
Pixel Art Hack & Slash Roguelike Action! Do you dare to discover what awaits you deep in the abyss? Explore randomly generated dungeons in a roguelike action experience. Hack and slash enemies, acquire loot, and obtain enhancements to your existing equipment. Start your exploration now!
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Reviews
- The game features charming 2D pixel art and good music, creating an enjoyable atmosphere.
- It offers a satisfying grind for players who enjoy upgrading equipment and character customization.
- The gameplay loop is simple and addictive, making it a fun experience for casual play.
- The game suffers from repetitive level design and a lack of enemy variety, leading to a monotonous experience.
- Controls can feel sluggish and unresponsive, particularly during jumping and combat mechanics.
- There are issues with localization and translation, which can detract from the overall experience.
gameplay
9 mentions Positive Neutral NegativeGameplay is described as somewhat slow and repetitive, with many stages feeling similar and enemies often being reskinned. While some mechanics, like the subweapon and movement, are appreciated, others, such as the rolling dodge and combat controls, are criticized for being unrefined. Overall, despite its flaws, the gameplay loop is considered enjoyable by some players.
“Perhaps the gameplay is a little slow, but everything has been crafted in the zoo corporation style, therefore extremely pleasant to play.”
“The subweapon is a nice mechanic, which allows you to hit enemies that aren't directly to your side.”
“I'd like to give this a thumbs in the middle, but as it's not an option I am erring on the side of thumbs up for the overall reason that the gameplay loop of this game is actually quite fun for me.”
“Yikes, this feels like someone tried to make a mobile port of Dungreed but gave up after nailing the movement mechanics.”
“Extremely repetitive gameplay; all the stages are similar, and a lot of enemies are just reskinned.”
“As for gameplay, you can kill most enemies through walls, and the entire point of upgrading or getting better gear is negated by that alone.”
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Rogue Explorer Review (Switch)
I still maintain Rogue Explorer could have been a great game. Honestly, if it was less focused on bland Roguelike elements and instead was reimagined as a more robust Metroidvania, I think this could have been awesome. Sadly, as is, it’s pretty hard to recommend to most gamers. But if you enjoy simple, retro-styled games and want something affordable, you might want to pick this up.
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Rogue Explorer is a hack and slash game with fantasy, medieval and historical themes. Common tags for Rogue Explorer include roguelite, 2d, pixel graphics, metroidvania, roguelike and others.
Rogue Explorer is available on Nintendo Switch, Xbox Series X|S, PC, PlayStation 5 and others.
Rogue Explorer was released on March 11, 2021.
Rogue Explorer was developed by Zoo Corporation.
Rogue Explorer has received neutral reviews from both players and critics. Most players liked Rogue Explorer for its music but disliked it for its gameplay.
Rogue Explorer is a single player game.
Similar games include Devious Dungeon, Tower Hunter: Erza's Trial, Slasher's Keep, Moonlighter, Tyrant's Realm and others.