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Quake spirit reborn: Diabotical Rogue FPS now on Steam

Jun 04, 2024 11:18 PM

In a surprising blast from the past, Diabotical Rogue has just been announced. This new FPS blends classic Arena FPS gameplay like Quake with Roguelike elements. You can grab it right now on Steam Early Access and the Epic Game Store. The game showcases cute robots in various mech suits, representing three classes, battling in a brightly colored, fast-paced setting. Developed by GD Studio Inc, formed by professional Quake players, Diabotical Rogue aims to mix traditional gameplay with a fresh Roguelike twist. Each mech suit has a unique progression path, and the game includes 4v4 wipeout and 16v16 warmup modes along with a custom map editor. Available at a 25% discount on Steam, there's no set date for leaving Early Access. For updates, join the game's Discord community.

What are the key gameplay features of Diabotical Rogue?

Diabotical Rogue offers a blend of Arena FPS gameplay with Roguelike elements, featuring three unique mech suits with distinct progression paths, 4v4 wipeout and 16v16 warmup modes, and a custom map editor for community creativity.

Quake, the inspiration behind Diabotical Rogue, is a first-person shooter released in 1996 by id Software. Featuring fast-paced action and online multiplayer, it became a cornerstone of competitive gaming and influenced countless FPS titles that followed.



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Mr. Bison Mr. Bison commented on: 2024-06-04 23:36:02
Diabotical Rogue seems like the perfect mashup for anyone who's nostalgic for classic Arena FPS action but also craves the unpredictability of Roguelike mechanics. Throw in those adorable mech suits and community-driven map editor, and it looks like there's something fresh and fun for both old-school and new players alike
Rolling R!ck Rolling R!ck commented on: 2024-06-04 23:30:03
Diabotical Rogue really hits that sweet spot for fans of fast-paced shooters and Roguelikes, with its unique mech suits and vibrant aesthetics setting it apart. It's cool to see professional Quake players behind the development—it promises some serious throwback action with a fresh twist.
Stimpy Stimpy commented on: 2024-06-04 23:24:03
Diabotical Rogue sounds like a fresh and fun take on the classic Arena FPS, mixing in Roguelike elements to keep things interesting. The combination of cute mech suits and intense gameplay modes might just be the perfect recipe for both nostalgia and innovation in the FPS genre.
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