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#1
Computer Gaming / Re: Roguelike newb
Last post by devoncop - Today at 01:20:24 PMAs always Al that is really helpful....I have some research to do I think !
One thing I noticed....this genre really LOVES acronyms for its games
Also thanks RSS for the link I am sure that will be really helpful.
One thing I noticed....this genre really LOVES acronyms for its games
Also thanks RSS for the link I am sure that will be really helpful.
#2
Computer Gaming / Re: Roguelike newb
Last post by rss334 - Today at 12:47:09 PMHello not really my style of games but I can recommend a site I use often to find similar titles
https://steampeek.hu/
Just search for the game then sort by similar or recommendation and you can see everything that is related to that game. I find a lot of games I was unaware of this way and with the rating system helps to see which ones to avoid.
https://steampeek.hu/
Just search for the game then sort by similar or recommendation and you can see everything that is related to that game. I find a lot of games I was unaware of this way and with the rating system helps to see which ones to avoid.
#3
Computer Gaming / Re: Roguelike newb
Last post by al_infierno - Today at 12:40:08 PMWelcome to the genre! It's quite a rabbit hole.
If you like ADOM, you'll also enjoy Dungeon Crawl Stone Soup and Tales of Maj'Eyal. I've played much more of TOME personally -- much like ADOM, it has an overworld with different dungeons you can go to, as opposed to DCSS which is more your classic endless dungeon type deal. TOME also has a lot of cool unlockable stuff like bonus classes and races. Also, one thing I personally like about TOME, is that it gets rid of annoying mechanics like food and limited inventory, so you can essentially rest infinitely and hoard stuff, but the game is still insanely challenging. You also get some spare lives, which is a nice little buffer.
Both games have the benefit of having actual graphics as opposed to ASCII art.
Also, when you're feeling up for something a bit different, I'd recommend trying Jupiter Hell on Steam. It's an amazing Doom-inspired sci fi roguelike based around firearms, and it has great graphics. Can't tell you how fun it is to shoot an explosive barrel and blow up a bunch of demons.
At some point when you're more comfortable with the genre, you should try out some of the ASCII games (or neolithic cave drawings as you described!). It takes some getting used to the weird graphics, but once you get past that hurdle, there's an infinite wealth of games out there to check out. Many of them do actually have graphics mods, if you really can't stand it.
If you like ADOM, you'll also enjoy Dungeon Crawl Stone Soup and Tales of Maj'Eyal. I've played much more of TOME personally -- much like ADOM, it has an overworld with different dungeons you can go to, as opposed to DCSS which is more your classic endless dungeon type deal. TOME also has a lot of cool unlockable stuff like bonus classes and races. Also, one thing I personally like about TOME, is that it gets rid of annoying mechanics like food and limited inventory, so you can essentially rest infinitely and hoard stuff, but the game is still insanely challenging. You also get some spare lives, which is a nice little buffer.
Both games have the benefit of having actual graphics as opposed to ASCII art.
Also, when you're feeling up for something a bit different, I'd recommend trying Jupiter Hell on Steam. It's an amazing Doom-inspired sci fi roguelike based around firearms, and it has great graphics. Can't tell you how fun it is to shoot an explosive barrel and blow up a bunch of demons.
At some point when you're more comfortable with the genre, you should try out some of the ASCII games (or neolithic cave drawings as you described!). It takes some getting used to the weird graphics, but once you get past that hurdle, there's an infinite wealth of games out there to check out. Many of them do actually have graphics mods, if you really can't stand it.
#4
Computer Gaming / Re: SGS's Battle for Hue relea...
Last post by Phantom - Today at 12:35:32 PMQuote from: Old TImer on Yesterday at 02:25:54 PMhttps://store.steampowered.com/app/2597290/SGS_Battle_For_Hue/
While I'm not enamored with the game system particularly, the subject
matter is irresistible. Instabuy.
I have the Western Desert WW2 game - not played it yet but curious about your doubts about the game system - anything in particular?
#5
Computer Gaming / Re: DCS Discussion
Last post by Jarhead0331 - Today at 12:16:02 PMCH-47F open for preorders. Release date has been revealed too. June 26, 2024.
#6
Computer Gaming / Roguelike newb
Last post by devoncop - Today at 11:40:10 AMHi Guys
Looking for some advice...
As a longtime strategy gamer and occasional RPG fan like Shadowrun series and the Pathfinder games by Owlcat, I have never even dreamed of playing a roguelike. I did play the original Darkest Dungeon but wouldn't really call that a true roguelike personally.
I have recently watched Battlemode showcasing ADOM and other You Tubers doing the same with Caves of Qud and Soulash 2 and all looked really deep (though the "graphics" on Caves of Qud bear close similarity to neolithic cave drawings
).
I have bought ADOM and so far it is amazing.
Can anyone recommend any similar games I may like given I like ADOM. ?
Looking for some advice...
As a longtime strategy gamer and occasional RPG fan like Shadowrun series and the Pathfinder games by Owlcat, I have never even dreamed of playing a roguelike. I did play the original Darkest Dungeon but wouldn't really call that a true roguelike personally.
I have recently watched Battlemode showcasing ADOM and other You Tubers doing the same with Caves of Qud and Soulash 2 and all looked really deep (though the "graphics" on Caves of Qud bear close similarity to neolithic cave drawings
).I have bought ADOM and so far it is amazing.
Can anyone recommend any similar games I may like given I like ADOM. ?
#7
Computer Gaming / Re: Kingdom Come: Deliverance
Last post by Gusington - Yesterday at 08:09:31 PMThe original flummoxed me but I liked it and am re-installing it to play again.
The trailer above is excellent and has me stoked. A welcome surprise for 2024.
The trailer above is excellent and has me stoked. A welcome surprise for 2024.
#8
Computer Gaming / Re: Kingdom Come: Deliverance
Last post by Jarhead0331 - Yesterday at 04:02:41 PMPart Deux announced...
#9
Computer Gaming / Re: SGS's Battle for Hue relea...
Last post by Jarhead0331 - Yesterday at 02:36:21 PM^Agreed 1000%. Will be equally difficult to resist Dien Bien Phu.
#10
Computer Gaming / SGS's Battle for Hue released
Last post by Old TImer - Yesterday at 02:25:54 PMhttps://store.steampowered.com/app/2597290/SGS_Battle_For_Hue/
While I'm not enamored with the game system particularly, the subject
matter is irresistible. Instabuy.
While I'm not enamored with the game system particularly, the subject
matter is irresistible. Instabuy.