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Runic Rogues

Released Aug 2026

3D fantasy spellcasting roguelike for the Playdate, built on a custom raycasting engine.

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Runic Rogues is a spellcasting 3D first-person shooter roguelite for the Playdate. You fight through rooms of enemies and unique bosses, casting spells and dodging attacks. Movement, aiming, and shooting use the crank and buttons at the same time. Each run you choose from 50+ random upgrades (runes) and look for synergies. Beating the dungeon unlocks up to four higher difficulty levels.

There are four classes:

  • Mage: Fireballs and a chaining lightning spell.
  • Knight: Melee sword swings and a shout that knocks enemies back.
  • Rogue: Piercing knives and a fan of knives for groups.
  • Ranger: A charged bow and a net that traps enemies.

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