Roguecraft Pre-Orders Now Open: Badger Punch and Thalamus Digital Launch Amiga Roguelike Revival

Roguecraft, the latest retro-inspired roguelike from developer Badger Punch and publisher Thalamus Digital, is making waves within the Commodore Amiga community.

Building upon the foundation laid by its popular predecessor, Rogue64, Roguecraft offers fans an enhanced dungeon-crawling experience, leveraging the advanced capabilities of the Amiga platform.

With pre-orders officially open since July 1st, retro gaming enthusiasts now have the opportunity to secure their own edition of this highly anticipated title via Thalamus Digital’s website, with rewards scheduled to ship in September 2024. Continuing the legacy of Rogue64, which earned acclaim in the Commodore 64 homebrew scene, Roguecraft promises players a modern take on classic roguelike mechanics.

Dungeon layouts are procedurally generated, ensuring a fresh and challenging experience on every playthrough.

Players will traverse perilous subterranean landscapes, battling a variety of monsters, collecting treasures, and uncovering magical items.

The game caters to both nostalgic fans of the Amiga and a new generation of retro gaming aficionados. According to Thalamus Digital, there are three distinct physical editions offered: • Standard Edition (£19.99): Includes a boxed CD32-compatible game CD, manual, floppy disk label, Thalamus sticker, Roguecraft postcard, A3 poster, and a digital download. • Deluxe Edition (£29.99): Adds a Roguecraft bookmark, Badger Punch postcard, sticker sheet, and a game floppy to the Standard Edition contents. • Zero Cluck's Edition (£44.99): Features all Deluxe content plus a pin badge, Roguecraft T-shirt, plastic chicken, and additional collectibles. All editions are set to ship to buyers in September 2024, alongside the digital-only version available on the developer’s website.

The game is designed for flexible compatibility: it can be played from floppy disk, WHDLoad, and CD32, and runs on hardware such as the Amiga 500+ (requiring 1MB Chip RAM, 1MB Other RAM, or 2MB Chip RAM), as well as on emulators and the A500 Mini, opening access to a broader audience. The narrative, as shared by Badger Punch on itch.io, transports players into the legendary dungeons of Mordecoom.

Each session sees the protagonist, Zendar, assume the role of a fighter, mage, or rogue, venturing into the depths in pursuit of wealth and magical artifacts.

The developers promise that each new session delivers unpredictable layouts and enemies, adding significant replay value to the experience. While an exact release date for Roguecraft remains unannounced, the commitment to a September 2024 shipping window marks an exciting milestone for Amiga fans.

With Badger Punch and Thalamus Digital at the helm, Roguecraft stands as a testament to the enduring appeal of classic game design—inviting players to revisit a golden age of gaming, now modernized for today’s retro hardware and emulation platforms. Stay informed as new updates become available by following the project’s official social media channels and checking Thalamus Digital’s website.

Roguecraft is poised to become a standout title in the contemporary Amiga homebrew scene—a must-have for both collectors and roguelike enthusiasts.

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