The Curse Of Yendor

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The Curse Of Yendor is a single player hack and slash game with a fantasy theme. It was developed by IBOL and was released on February 17, 2017. It received very positive reviews from players.

A sword and sorcery adventure where your magic shapes the world. A Classical rogue-like with a modern feel. A challenging game with clear goals and important tactical decisions. A deep experience that's easy to use.

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92%

Audience ScoreBased on 66 reviews

gameplay4 positive mentions

grinding2 negative mentions

Classic and traditional roguelike gameplay with procedural generation and tactical combat depth appealing to both newcomers and veterans.
Streamlined mechanics and UI make the game easy to learn and quick to play, with replay value from randomized levels, puzzles, and a diverse set of enemies with unique weaknesses.
Supports multiple classes, spells, and abilities with a rock-paper-scissors system for combat, and includes environmental interactions like terrain manipulation with spells, adding strategy and variety.

Limited inventory space and simplistic character progression with few spells and items can make the game feel less robust compared to other roguelikes.
Occasional bugs and crashes reported, along with some frustration with the tutorial and outdated control schemes; developer support and updates perceived as slow or inactive by some players.
Graphics and soundtrack receive mixed feedback; some find the music ill-fitting and the retro tile graphics can cause dizziness or feel visually simplistic.

gameplay
21 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay is a streamlined, traditional roguelike experience with simple yet tight mechanics that synergize well, offering fluid, turn-based grid movement and true permadeath. It balances nostalgia and accessibility, with strategic depth through diverse enemies and risk-reward elements, though character progression is mostly autonomous. Overall, it delivers a satisfying blend of classic roguelike challenge and modern refinements for both new and veteran players.
- “Very smooth, easy to get into roguelike - it's a true roguelike with grid-based movement, player-centric turn-based system, and true permadeath without metaprogression, yet offers significant depth in gameplay.”
- “The gameplay is fluid and feels much akin to Dungeon Crawl Stone Soup (DCSS) and Brogue in terms of pace and ease of use.”
- “Makes me feel like I'm playing a tabletop game with plenty of modifiers and great game mechanics in a world of magic and supernatural horrors.”
- “I played as a warrior of light and I felt the core gameplay loop was not very satisfying; nothing I fought ever really made me think strategically.”
- “Coy also requires heavy use of the keyboard for fast gameplay, so mouse-only types will need to adapt to get up to speed.”
- “The game mechanics aren't complex; however, they synergize well together.”
music
12 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music generally receives praise for its eerie, dark ambient vibe that complements the game's 1970s roleplaying atmosphere and retro aesthetic, with some users appreciating the blend of 8-bit sounds and ambient tones. However, a few find the soundtrack grim, dark, and somewhat disconnected from the colorful visuals, describing it as forgettable or mismatched. Overall, the soundtrack is seen as fitting and immersive by most, despite some initial adjustment needed.
- “I want to take a moment and give praise to whoever did the soundtrack.”
- “Even the music captures an eerie 1970's roleplaying vibe.”
- “I usually mute the music for games like this and play my own dark ambient music through Steam's built-in music player, but I skip that process with Coy as the music is just right for my taste.”
- “The soundtrack doesn’t fit the graphics and is totally forgettable.”
- “The only thing I am not specifically fond of is the soundtrack, which is very grim and dark, and seems quite opposed to the visual theme of the game.”
- “There’s also a soundtrack with some weird ambient noises and sounds, but they don’t fit the colorful tilesets.”
graphics
10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics are praised for their colorful, retro-style visuals that evoke classic tabletop and early Ultima aesthetics, providing a clear and immersive interface. While some find the style nostalgically charming and fitting for the game’s atmosphere, a few note minor issues like dizziness at high speeds or a mismatch with the soundtrack. Overall, the distinctive and lively graphics contribute positively to the roguelike experience.
- “The graphics are alive with retro tabletop richness, pulsing with unearthly vitality, featuring varied environments where blood-soaked walls tell a story of death and agonizing flesh. Wounding traps of metal and magic abound, wrapped in occult sigils and arcane symbols.”
- “Yendor is a turn-based rogue-like with charming early Ultima-style graphics.”
- “I love the retro feel of the sound and graphics; it really takes me back. The game is also full and involved with lots of features and complex gameplay, promising many hours of great gaming.”
- “Every other rogue-like is limited in this aspect with the same old graphics, textures, and levels that might change occasionally.”
- “My only complaint is that the graphics make me a little dizzy if I go too fast.”
- “The soundtrack doesn’t fit the graphics and it’s totally forgettable.”
grinding
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The grinding in the game can become repetitive and tedious due to similar early encounters, leading some players to skip them by the third level. However, the overall grind is designed to feel engaging rather than monotonous, allowing for many enjoyable hours of gameplay.
- “Because of this I was skipping half of them by the third level; the fact that they're always the same made it even more tedious.”
character development
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game features autonomous character development that progresses through gameplay without requiring player input for attribute or skill adjustments, allowing for a more immersive experience without tedious stat management or lore reading.
- “However, the Curse of Yendor approaches the genre differently, as character development is autonomous through gameplay, requiring no user input to adjust attributes or skills upon leveling up.”
- “With the lack of fiddle-time with character development, stat-tweaking, and reading massive chapters of lore and legend, you'll find yourself engaged simply playing the game.”
replayability
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game offers high replayability due to its unpredictable outcomes and well-balanced gameplay, making each playthrough feel fresh and engaging. Its replay value is considered excellent compared to similar titles.
- “You honestly don't know what you'll get from one game to the next, which adds greatly to the replay value.”
- “Its balance and replayability are pretty much unmatched in games of its type.”
story
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The story is solid and persistent, featuring a memorable villain that players can connect with, but overall it offers limited lore, focusing more on tactical combat typical of dungeon crawl roguelikes.
- “A solid persistent story with a villain that you begin to feel a relationship with.”

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53h Median play time

36h Average play time

2-70h Spent by most gamers

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The Curse Of Yendor is a hack and slash game with fantasy theme.

The Curse Of Yendor is available on PC, Mac OS, Phone, Windows and others.

On average players spend around 36 hours playing The Curse Of Yendor.

The Curse Of Yendor was released on February 17, 2017.

The Curse Of Yendor was developed by IBOL.

The Curse Of Yendor has received very positive reviews from players. Most players liked The Curse Of Yendor for its gameplay but disliked it for its music.

The Curse Of Yendor is a single player game.

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