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ByteRogue

ByteRogue is a minimalist turn-based puzzle-tactics roguelike where you play as a wizard-thief. Use spells to outsmart security robots, manipulate the environment, and steal as much treasure as you can in each daring heist.

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Developer
11clock
Publisher
Chronicle Bench
Release
July 24, 2025
1 year and 9 days ago
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About the Game

Infiltrate, loot, cast, and escape in this fast turn-based magical heist roguelike!

You are a cunning wizard-thief breaking into a small warehouse to steal valuable gems. Though abandoned, the warehouse’s security robots remain active and are eager to eliminate any intruders. Use your magical powers to outsmart the robots, collect as much treasure as you can, and escape before you’re taken down!

Key Features

  • Challenging turn-based puzzle-tactics gameplay focused on enemy parity, clever positioning and board manipulation.

  • Diverse spells that let you dash great distances, swap places with objects, phase through obstacles, and more.

  • Simple controls; just directional input and two buttons, making it easy to pick up and play.

  • No inventory management or excessive menuing, just straight forward action.

  • Fast-paced with rapid-fire turns.

  • Coffee-break friendly runs; each one takes less than 10 minutes.

  • 9 different game modes, offering plenty of variety and challenge.

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