#tactical roguelike

[linuxgamenews]

Neath: Discover the Corrupted Inverted Tower

Neath is a dark, fast-paced tactical roguelike RPG game that is coming to Linux and Windows PC. All thanks to the ever-creative minds at Cellar Door Games, who just keep finding new ways to engage us. Due to find it sway onto Steam. Cellar Door Games, the indie team that blessed us with the Rogue Legacy series, just released a dark, delicious curve ball during the PC Gaming Show Most Wanted 2025. Their next title? Neath. And wow… this is not the bright, cheeky world we’ve known from them. This one crawled out of someplace much stranger. Neath is a roguelike tactical RPG set in a decaying world overshadowed by a corrupted, irradiated, inverted tower. A tower that literally flips reality on its head. You lead a crew of fragile warriors through this nightmare, making decisions in a fluid turn-based system where turn order refuses to sit still. The wild twist? You don’t just control your team, you also dictate the actions of your enemies. Every moment is a puzzle, every fight a mind game. And it's due to get native support.

Neath is being developed in Unity, so we plan on releasing a Linux build.

Hard to say whether it’ll happen at launch or later, but Cellar Door are definitely aiming to make it happen right out of the gate. Kenny Lee, Co-Founder and Lead Programmer, openly admits this project yanked the studio far out of its comfort zone. And honestly? You can feel that creative risk pulsing through the concept. They pulled inspiration from Into the Breach and the tense storytelling vibes of tabletop gems like Mansions of Madness. The team has been itching to make a title like this for years, and now they’re finally taking the plunge.

Neath - Announcement Trailer

They’re also teasing new mechanics, things like engagement locking and the attack resolve system, that could push the roguelike tactical RPG genre somewhere genuinely fresh. It’s bold, it’s weird, and it might just work. And of course, in true Cellar Door fashion, they end the reveal with a triumphant: PRAISE NEATH! Players are invited to join their Discord for upcoming closed beta opportunities in 2025. So what actually happens in Neath? You guide your trembling party through the inverted tower, a place distorted by Taboos, divine laws that warp the world itself. These Taboos shift constantly, reshaping each run and keeping you on edge. When enemies target your characters, fear locks them in place, forcing you to disrupt foes or sacrifice strategically to keep your squad alive. As you climb, the journey unfolds through classic 90’s dungeon-crawler storytelling, mixing nostalgia with horror. You’ll unlock new abilities, discover relics dripping with power, and piece together the mysteries lurking in the tower’s rotten heart. And between runs, you get to upgrade the worn-down settlement of Shale. Assign serfs, specialize skills, and tweak your play style before diving back into the nightmare. Neath is aiming for a 2026 release on Steam, Linux and even Windows PC players should absolutely keep this one on their radar. The vibe is darker, the tactics sharper, and the stakes feel personal, the kind of release you and your friends end up talking about at 2 a.m.

[linuxgamenews]

Desktop Dungeons: Rewind can be yours for Free

Desktop Dungeons: Rewind tactical roguelike action game will be free plus more details about Linux, Steam Deck, with Windows PC. This is once again due to developer QCF Design. Which is working to make its way onto Steam and Humble Store. Prismatika and QCF Design are thrilled to announce the launch of Desktop Dungeons: Rewind. This is a three-dimensional remake of the award winning micro dungeon puzzler, Desktop Dungeons. The game will also be available for free to all owners of the original game on Steam at launch on April 18th. For those who haven't played the original game, there's no better time to jump in. Since Desktop Dungeons is currently available for purchase on Steam with a massive 75% discount. But act fast, as the deal ends on April 18th.

Linux and Steam Deck:

Our play testers have run the game on Proton and it's worked on Steam Deck, but Linux isn't a current launch target for us.

This is the email reply from QCF Design, which is not bad news since the game is developed in Unity 3D. But the choice of native Linux support falls onto Prismatika. Since it is up to them to engage in support or not. Desktop Dungeons: Rewind is a tribute to the passionate Desktop Dungeons community who have supported the game for over a decade. The giveaway is a token of gratitude from QCF Design, who agree that without the community's support, the game wouldn't exist. The players have been the heart and soul of the game. From the very first playtest to the imminent launch of "Rewind."

Desktop Dungeons: Rewind - Launch Date Trailer

Desktop Dungeons: Rewind tactical roguelike action game is a way for the creators, QCF Design, to say thank you to their fans. The game wouldn't be possible without them. The players are the most important part of the game, and they have been since the beginning. Desktop Dungeons: Rewind is a fun and exciting game. It has great graphics and interesting characters. You can explore different dungeons and find hidden treasures. You can also trade items and upgrade your settlement to attract more skilled adventurers. The game has a feature that lets you replay a dungeon if you die. This means you can try different strategies and get better at the game. You can also compete with your friends in daily challenges. Desktop Dungeons: Rewind tactical roguelike action game is a must-play game for anyone who loves puzzle roguelike games. With its compelling gameplay, diverse cast of characters, and beautiful visuals. This game is sure to keep you entertained for hours on end. So, head to Steam now and grab your copy of the original game at a massive discount before April 18th. Due to get Desktop Dungeons: Rewind for free on Steam. Already confirmed "playable" on Steam Deck via Proton, so it will run on Linux with the Windows PC build. Plus the game isalso due to release on Humble Store but getting Rewind for Free is only for Steam.

[linuxgamenews]

Dome Keeper give you time to mine a little deeper

Dome Keeper roguelike mining action game due this fall on Linux, Mac, and Windows PC. Due to the engineering minds of developer Bippinbits. Working to make its way onto Steam last this year. German dome engineering developer couple bippinbits are eager to announce Dome Keeper. This new rogue-lite mining game is based on the successful Ludum Dare Game Jam entry Dome Romantik. Which is also improved upon with a new name and enhanced graphics. Offers up even more detailed domes and monsters. Dome Keeper is a unique rogue-lite mining game. One in which players battle increasingly powerful waves of shadowy monsters. Between waves, players can mine for resources in the depths beneath to upgrade their dome’s defenses.

Dome Keeper | Announcement Trailer

"As long-term fans of Raw Fury games, we’re happy to have found the right publisher for Dome Keeper with them," says bippinbits’ René Habermann. "The team fully understands us, our vision of Dome Keeper. And gives us all the creative freedom and support we need to develop the game."

Features:

Engaging & Motivating: Easy-to-learn gameplay with many ways to customize your play. Unlock new domes, characters, and gadgets as you uncover the mysterious depths beneath your dome.

Meaningful Upgrades: A straightforward tech tree will challenge you with tough decisions that have a direct impact on your play style and success.

Deeper & Deeper: Dig down into cave systems between attack waves, searching for valuable resources – but beware, the next wave is on its way!

Creatively Deadly: Monsters will surprise you with creative tricks to stop your mining operation.

Dome Keeper roguelike mining action game is expected to arrive this fall on Steam . Along with support for Linux, Mac, and Windows PC. So be sure to Wishlist the game. Dome Keeper is also the first agreement between bippinbits and Raw Fury. Due to playable in its latest form at PAX East 2022 (Hall B / Booth #15090). For more information, visit bippinbits.com.

[linuxgamenews]

Oaken due to take on a daring adventure this spring

Oaken tactical roguelike coming to Early Access via Linux, Mac, and Windows PC. All due to the ongoing efforts of developer Laki Studios. Due to make its way onto Steam and GOG. Oaken is a tactical roguelike card battler taking place in a mystical place. Thanks to the efforts of developer Laki Studios and publisher Goblinz Publishing. Due to restoring magic on Tuesday, May 3rd, 2022. Behold the magical land of the Oaken. An otherworldly kingdom where spirits live among the Great Oak’s branches. Where wisps, seedlings, and wanderers all move to the sound of the Great Oak’s voice. All guided towards a peaceful existence by its assuring presence. Until one day, when the voice suddenly goes silent. Then a series of cursed events threaten to destroy the realm. Choose a path and take on a daring adventure to save the Great Oak. Pick one of the guides, mighty spirits with distinct abilities to aid the hero in battle. Aya and her spiky seeds inflict damage at the end of every turn. But Enju’s miracle cure reinforces allies each time they heal.

Oaken - Early Access Release Date Trailer

With each advance, select a new branch and push forward. While winning battles unlock new cards and encounters provide heroes with wisps. Random events in Oaken also prompt them to make a decision to win different rewards. Such as lumi globes to upgrade units and spells. Unwanted or repeated cards can be destroyed to create Lumi Dust and improve unit stats. While allowing for increased performance on the battlefield. A beautiful, whimsical world inspired by Celtic mythology. Oaken is a bright, fable-like game full of engaging battles to the sound of a folk type soundtrack. “We are extremely excited to help bring Oaken to peoples’ computers. As it captures a lot of what Goblinz represents,” said Johann Verbroucht, founder and manager at Goblinz Publishing. “It has magic, tactical battles, deck management, tons of strategy, and it is a lot of fun. We hope players of all ages can enjoy this adventure as much as we do!” Oaken tactical roguelike lands on Early Access via Steam and GOG on Tuesday, May 3, 2022. It supports Linux, Mac, and Windows PC. So be sure to Wishlist the game now. Also, be sure to try the Demo on Steam via Proton, it works well.

[linuxgamenews]

Dead Age 2 levels up the zombie survival in a full launch

Dead Age 2 tactical roguelike zombie survival releases in Linux gaming, with Mac and Windows PC. Thanks to publisher Headup and developer Silent Dreams. Who are proud to announce the launch on Steam, GOG and Humble Store. Officially, the tactical roguelike Zombie survival Dead Age 2 is out. Which also arrives with an all new story of human survival in a world torn asunder by a terrifying zombie onslaught. Survival at its core, Dead Age 2 blends resource management and role playing. While offering elements of roguelike gameplay and turn based combat. All as you explore through a land of horrors. So that every decision made on resource management and combat engagement, ultimately leads to one of six unique endings. New features, including an all new story, and a new free to explore open world map. Along with over 80 locations were added to the game. The base is now upgradeable in 3D. While offering an introduction of new vehicles. Not to mention an advanced combat system designed to satisfy your zombie smashing cravings. And continuing support in Linux gaming, Mac, plus Windows PC.

Dead Age 2 - Full Release Trailer

Building on the strengths of the original Dead Age. Which also has a "Very Positive" rating on Steam by over 3500 user reviews. Players can expect improvements across the board to the mechanics. Which is what drew thousands of players to the franchise. Dead Age 2 introduces a new, open world. So that players can explore unique indoor and outdoor settings. Plus more exciting ways to reach over 80 locations. Including boats, trains, and other vehicles for faster travel. A new, advanced combat system will make the survivors a deadly match against enemies. With an upgradeable 3D base that will provide players with the tools they need to survive and thrive. Such as a crafting room for creating helpful items and a radio station. So you can help them locate essential supplies.

Features:

A Brave New (Open) World: A new feature for the franchise. So that players can now freely explore the open world map. this is limited only by walking distance as well as the number of resources that will keep them alive. At least until they reach one of the 80 destinations. New indoor locations, including desolate hospitals, dangerous bunkers, eerie diners, and resource rich army supply stores. As well as a return to the barren wilderness All of this brings a new depth to the struggle for survival.

Home, Sweet Home (Base): Dead Age 2 introduces the Advanced Base Management System. Players can increase their chances of survival by assigning tasks to survivors on their team. Such as crafting essential items, building and upgrading stations used to improve defense. As well as the quality of life at their base. Growing your base will unlock advanced crafting recipes that will improve craftable items and resource yield.

We're All In This Together: As the undead apocalypse progresses, new factions of survivors spring up. Like the merciless Military, the devious Smugglers, and branches of independent civilians. Who have also banded together to survive. Players must visit these factions’ outposts, take on missions and make quick decisions during events. So they can gain their favor (or gain new enemies) through an all new Faction Reputation System. Gaining the support of the factions will improve trade relations. Which allows you to purchase upgraded faction gear and unlock new endings.

What changes in combat?

Upgraded Combat: A new and improved combat system is available in Dead Age 2. This allows players to strategically place their combatants with new front and back row positioning. With the ability to use up to 24 skills and execute powerful knock back attacks in battle. Players are more powerful than ever as they engage deadly flesh eating zombies and other survivors. All hell-bent on taking their resources for themselves. Random events now appear in 3D, adding a terrifying layer to the spine chilling battles.

Dead Age 2 tactical roguelike zombie survival is available on Steam, GOG and Humble Store. With a regular price of $17.99 USD, €17.99 and £14.99. But also offers a 40% discount for the first week at $10.79 USD, €10.79 and £8.99. So if you don't own the game yet, now is the time. Plus full support for Linux gaming, with Mac and Windows PC.

[linuxgamenews]

Dead Age 2 due to launch this month

Dead Age 2 tactical roguelike survival horror gets a full release date for Linux gaming, Mac and Windows PC. Thanks to developer Silent Dreams. Which continues to receive 95% Very Positive reviews on Steam Early Access, GOG and Humble Store. The full release of Dead Age 2 is due to arrive on March 12, 2021. While back in 2016, Dead Age brought something new to the horror genre. As a result, combines turn-based combat with survival management. Including a non-linear story with roguelike elements in a sinister horror setting. The game quickly gained huge active fans on Steam. And requested to see more of the game. So now, four years later, in July 2020, the sequel, Dead Age 2 releases into Early Access. This also adds many new features, including a complex combat system requiring a more strategic approach. Thrilling survival and exploration possibilities have expanded. Including a larger map and over 80 locations. Offering an open world feel while remaining compact. A new base, this time in 3D, that is still the center of events.

Dead Age 2 - Early Access Launch Trailer

Since multiple factions exist within the game to fight or trade with. This also means receiving requests for quests. Successful completions will improve standing with their faction leaders. Dead Age 2 plays like an RPG, with numerous quests and different outcomes focusing on each decision. Thanks to the many active players with their helpful feedback. Dead Age 2 has really improved over the past nine months. Including some general polishing and bug fixes. As well as some exciting new features revealed today:

Threat barometer: Areas can now be pacified with several social events

Companions can be healed

Level-ups now with manual adjustment of attributes

Upgrades can be reset at any time

The tutorials were shortened and are now skippable

Additional pretty portrait models for the main character

Additional helmets for customization

Dead Age 2 tactical roguelike survival horror will get a full release on March 12, 2021. Available now on Steam Early Access, GOG and Humble Store for $17.99, €17.99 and £14.99 with a discount at launch. As well as continuing support in Linux gaming, Mac and Windows PC.

[linuxgamenews]

Crying Suns will not launch tactics on Linux

Crying Suns new tactical roguelike will rely on Proton for Linux, but with native releases for Mac and Windows PC. After reaching out to developer Alt Shift. The games also due to release this week on Humble Store, GOG and Steam . Crying Suns is due to release tomorrow, September 19th, 2019. Again, available for Mac and Windows PC. But regarding Linux support, it looks like Proton is it. Reaching out to developer Alt Shift. And also following the Linux Discussion thread. Hoping for some rather good news.

Linux Support:

The game is not optimized for Linux. Although some of our players said that they played via Proton without any issues. Could you confirm?

This is the email reply for Crying Suns. Since I have had the game on Steam for a couple of weeks. It's clear that Unity 3D is being used for development. And also, Mac and Windows PC have support. So the only remaining platform is Linux. That being said, there are others who feel the same. But when it comes to Proton support, the game runs pretty well. Although as stated, it's "not optimized". Similarly, I do hope I'm wrong and Alt Shift releases native Linux port.

Crying Suns tactical roguelike Teaser

Crying Suns is a tactical roguelike. Gameplay puts you in the role of a space fleet commander. While you explore a mysteriously fallen empire. Inspired by classics such as Dune and Foundation. The game brings a story-rich twist to the rogue-lite genre. In Crying Suns you play a clone of Admiral Ellys Idaho. A weapon fashioned from the flesh. Not to mention the best Imperial Admiral ever to battle. You have been awoken on planet Gehenna. Thanks to a strange and darkly-humorous Guardian, Kaliban. The last functional OMNI to exist. Your mission: skillfully command a battleship. While making your way through the Empire's now chaotic, violent clusters. Where one wrong move could be your last adventure in Crying Suns. As you try to reactivate the OMNIs and save the future of all humankind. But you must leave Gehenna now.... as time has almost run out.

Features:

Tactical, real-time battles between fleets. Pause time to plan out your attacks strategically.

More than 300 possible story events to keep each run unique.

A deep and dramatic storyline structured into 6 chapters.

A beautiful mix of pixel art and 3D graphics.

Crying Suns is due to release on Thursday, September 19th. Priced at $24.99 USD (20,99 €). Launching on Mac and Windows PC. While Linux support will be available via Proton. Available from Humble Store, GOG and Steam .