The Rookery

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The Rookery offers all the army-building challenges and explosive potential of classic roguelikes with the timeless fun of chess. Your army will start meager but you will be offered many upgrades - will you go for a pawn-centric build, or try to get as many queens as possible? Will you go for the greedy options, preparing to destroy the final boss as long as you can sneak through the first act wit…

Genres & Tags

Strategy

Play Modes

Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo

Reviews

51%

Audience ScoreBased on 12 reviews

The game offers a unique and fun twist on traditional chess with roguelike elements, making it engaging and enjoyable.
It features a clear tutorial and detailed tooltips, making it accessible for players without prior chess knowledge.
The power-ups and special challenges add depth to the gameplay, enhancing the overall experience.

The game suffers from balancing issues, which can affect the overall challenge and enjoyment.
Runs can be short, leading to a feeling of wanting more content or an endless mode.
There are technical issues reported, such as the game not starting on certain devices like the Steamdeck.

replayability
1 mentions
0 % positive mentions
100 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
The game offers significant replayability, characteristic of many roguelikes, encouraging players to engage in multiple playthroughs.
- “As with many roguelikes, this game offers a high level of replayability.”
- “The variety of choices and outcomes keeps me coming back for more.”
- “Each playthrough feels fresh and exciting, making it hard to put down.”