KeeperRL v1.1.9a

KeeperRL is a retro roguelike dungeon simulator that blends classic dungeon management with tactical combat and RPG elements. In the game, you assume the role of an evil keeper tasked with excavating and constructing a sprawling dungeon deep inside a mountain. Your goal is to recruit, train, and equip a horde of malicious minions—from goblins and undead to other dark creatures—to do your bidding, all while preparing your dungeon to withstand invasions from the forces of good.

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As you expand your dungeon, you must meticulously design its layout to meet your minions’ needs. This means establishing sleeping quarters, training rooms, crafting stations, and even decorative areas to boost morale. At the same time, you need to prepare for external threats by setting up traps, guard posts, and choke points to defend against enemy raids. With support for many vertical levels, you can dig tunnels and rooms in both upward and downward directions, adding strategic depth and complexity to your fortress.

Combat in KeeperRL is both challenging and dynamic. The game features simultaneous turn-based battles in which every action you take prompts an immediate response from your enemies. This means that when you move your minions into position or unleash a tactical maneuver, your foes are just as quick to act. Along with traditional attacks, you have access to special items, spells, and a variety of combat mechanics that let you cut off limbs, poison enemies, or even disable them with blinding attacks. But beware—if your Keeper dies in combat, it’s game over, and you must start all over again.

One of the game’s standout features is the inclusion of multiple playable factions. You can choose to lead characters such as a Dark Wizard wielding black magic, a Necromancer commanding armies of the undead, or a Goblin King rallying his greenskin horde in search of ancient goblin matrons. Each faction comes with its own unique strategies, gameplay styles, and challenges, providing a fresh experience with every playthrough.

Exploration is another key element of KeeperRL. A large, procedurally generated world map awaits you, filled with dangerous locations ripe for raids and rich in loot and infamy. Venturing beyond your own dungeon, you'll encounter treacherous territories, discover precious resources, and face the perils that lurk both above and below the mountain you’ve built your domain in.

Beyond the core gameplay, KeeperRL offers robust online features. You can download dungeons created by other players through Steam Workshop, pitting your minions against enemy designs and strategies crafted by the community. If you manage to conquer your foes, you’ll also have the option to share your own dungeon designs online. Additionally, a vibrant modding community regularly releases new content and modifications to further enrich the game’s depth and variety.

In summary, KeeperRL is a richly detailed dungeon simulation game where strategic planning, tactical combat, and a deep, evolving world come together to create an intense and rewarding roguelike experience.