I was looking for a time waster for work, and Rogue Fable III really hit the spot. In the same vein as games like POWDER, this game isn't a replacement for a more dedicated roguelike session, but aims to scratch the same itch within a shorter period of time. The overall speed of the game is its best quality, you can clear floors within 30 seconds if you're comfortable with the hotkeys and combat. I don't think the game looks or sounds particularly great, but everything is readable and there weren't many times I was confused as to what was happening on screen, so it's hard to complain that much.

Anything I would change about the game's core mechanics would defeat the purpose of a roguelike you can clear in 30 min or less. If you see this on a steam sale for $3, you'll get more than your money's worth.

Reviewed on Dec 30, 2023


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