A festive roguelike adventure where Christmas characters battle through the North Pole in turn-based combat.
Embark on a festive roguelike adventure in the North Pole!
A Very Rogue XMas combines classic roguelike gameplay with beloved Christmas characters in a turn-based adventure that will keep you coming back for more. Choose from 12 unique character classes including Santa Claus, Rudolph, The Grinch, Frosty the Snowman, and more, each with their own abilities and six-step character missions.
Explore a vast procedurally generated North Pole world filled with dangerous enemies, hidden treasures, and challenging quests. Master D&D 5e-inspired turn-based combat as you battle arctic wolves, snow golems, evil elves, and other holiday-themed foes. Collect powerful weapons and armor, level up your character, and unlock specializations that define your playstyle.
With classic ASCII graphics, deep character progression, and an engaging quest system featuring combat, collection, and exploration objectives, A Very Rogue XMas delivers a nostalgic yet fresh take on the roguelike genre. Whether you're hunting down quest objectives in Santa's Workshop, exploring the frozen wilderness, or completing your character's personal mission, every playthrough offers new challenges and discoveries.
Key Features: • 12 unique Christmas-themed character classes with distinct abilities • D&D 5e-inspired turn-based combat system • Deep character progression with specializations and ability score improvements • Comprehensive quest system with multiple quest types • Procedurally generated world with multiple areas to explore • Classic ASCII graphics with modern performance optimizations • Character-specific six-step missions for each class • Extensive item and equipment system with rarity tiers
Experience the magic of Christmas through the lens of classic roguelike gameplay. Will you save the North Pole, or will the darkness consume it?
I can’t say enough good things about this old-school gem. The moment I launched the game, it felt like stepping straight back into the golden age of classic gaming. The pixel art is crisp and charming, the soundtrack nails that nostalgic retro vibe, and the gameplay is as addictive as ever.What really makes this stand out is how faithfully it captures the spirit of classic arcade and console titles while still feeling polished and smooth on a modern device. Controls are responsive, levels are cleverly designed, and the difficulty curve strikes the perfect balance between challenge and fun.Whether you grew up with games like this or you’re discovering this style for the first time, this is an absolute must-download. It’s nostalgic, it’s engaging, and it’s one of the most enjoyable mobile games I’ve played in a long time.
Developer Response
Thank you "1993" Gamer Girl - love the hex! I have been busy making updates since the first version and have many new things to show off. Make sure you update the app so you can hear the new songs. I have 12 original songs for the app associated with each character. I also added levels and magical characters. Plus, the game play speed is nearly perfect - maybe some more tweaks but it is very good. Lastly, I added the ability to hack through walls because, why not. Play as Yukon and you can blast through walls with one hit. The other characters take three hits per wall. You will see when you try it out. Make your own paths through the North Pole! Now, go save Christmas!!!
Version 1.0.7 - Level 2 Content & AI Fixes
This update brings Level 2 to life with monsters, NPCs, and proper AI behavior, plus enhanced monster distribution across all levels.
Level 2 Content & Gameplay: • Fixed critical issue where monsters and NPCs were not spawning on Level 2 (Upper Ice Caves) • Added 200 monsters to Level 2 with proportionally harder difficulty (levels 2-4) - Arctic Fox, Red Fox, Snow Fox, Timber Wolf, and Arctic Wolf • Added 7 NPCs to Level 2 including 4 vendors (Weapon Smith, Armor Smith, Potion Master, Spell Vendor) and 3 quest givers • Monsters on Level 2 now properly move and use AI - fixed AI system initialization on level transitions • Added quest giver NPCs throughout ice cave levels (Levels 2-5) with proportionally harder quests based on level difficulty
Enhanced Monster Distribution: • Significantly increased monster counts across all levels for more challenging and engaging gameplay:
Level 2: 200 monsters (increased from 75)
Level 3: 300 monsters (increased from 100)
Level 4: 400 monsters (increased from 125)
Level 5: 500 monsters (increased from 80) • Monsters are now properly distributed with correct difficulty scaling for each level
Bug Fixes: • Fixed z-coordinate issue that prevented monsters and NPCs from spawning on Level 2 • Resolved AI system not initializing when transitioning to new levels, causing monsters to be stationary • Fixed monsters not moving on Level 2 and deeper levels - they now properly chase, patrol, and attack • Corrected enemy spawn system to use proper level coordinates (z-axis) for all dungeon levels
Technical Improvements: • Enhanced level transition system to properly initialize AI and ECS (Entity Component System) systems • Improved enemy spawn system to correctly assign z-coordinates matching the current level • Better NPC spawning with level-appropriate difficulty scaling for vendors and quest givers • Enhanced quest system to support ice cave levels with harder quests that scale with level difficulty
This update makes Level 2 fully playable with proper monster encounters, NPC interactions, and challenging gameplay. The enhanced monster distribution ensures every level provides an engaging combat experience with appropriate difficulty scaling.
We're committed to providing a complete and polished multi-level dungeon experience. If you encounter any issues or have suggestions, please reach out through the app's support options.
Thank you for playing A Very Rogue XMas!
Version 1.0.7 (1)
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Information
Seller
Lincoln Consulting LLC
Size
66.7 MB
Category
Roleplaying
Compatibility
Requires iOS 18.6 or later.
iPhone Requires iOS 18.6 or later.
Mac Requires macOS 15.6 or later and a Mac with Apple M1 chip or later.