1-Bit Rogue

1-Bit Rogue Free Game

Rated 3.98/5 (546) —  Free Android application by kan.kikuchi

About 1-Bit Rogue

1-Bit Rogue is a simple roguelike!
It’s a monochrome game featuring super simple retro pixelart!
Features a chiptune soundtrack for that nostalgic PSG sound chip feel!

Game Details:
- A 50-floor randomized dungeon
- Defeat dragons and collect artifacts!
- Weapons decay with use -- if they hit 0, they’ll break!
- Choose from five classes (including a ninja!)
- Also features a final boss and epic ending!

How to play:
- Use the virtual D-pad to move in four directions
- Long-tap to skip a turn
- Use coins to level up
Access the level up menu from the bottom left of the title screen

Dev team:
- Art direction/game design/graphics/sound: Skipmore
- Programming/level design: Kan Kikuchi
- Translation: NEP

How to Download / Install

Download and install 1-Bit Rogue version 1.3 on your Android device!
Downloaded 10,000+ times, content rating: Not rated
Android package: one.bit.rogue, download 1-Bit Rogue.apk

All Application Badges

Free
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2.3+
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Game History & Updates

What's Changed
1.3
Modify ads.
1.2
When you purchase "3-bit color mode", remove banner ads and popup ads.
bug fix.
1.1
bug fix.
Version update 1-Bit Rogue was updated to version 1.3
More downloads  1-Bit Rogue reached 10 000 - 50 000 downloads

What are users saying about 1-Bit Rogue

G70%
by G####:

This is a great little RPG. It has simple mechanics that give the game depth without making it too complicated. My only concern is about it's length. I have only been playing the game for an hour or two, and I have already unlocked all of the characters besides the ninja and have gotten most of the artifacts. Otherwise, great game.

K70%
by K####:

I really enjoy the game and it's simple yet complex design. It's really fun. However; I'm rating 2 stars because whenever I finish a game I'm forced to watch a 30s full screen ad that I can't even use hover widgets to ignore. This breaks the flow of the game and makes me want to not play it. I'm okay with the banners, but forced full every time I play a game is just intrusive and unforgivable for such an enjoyable arcade game.

F70%
by F####:

Frustrating Controls Ok... could the programmer re-program the player movement so that I can move it by swiping it anywhere on the screen, rather than starting the swipe on the small character? I am having trouble moving the character because of the finicky controls. Hopefully, something will be done about that.

K70%
by K####:

Alright listen. The game is fun. Its art: amazing. But the controls man. The controls. Theyre insanely frustrating. Its come to the point where i sometimes skip turns because i have to hole THEN swipe to move. A D-pad would probably be better to use. Theres plenty of roomin the bottom right and bottom left for arrows or a joy stick. Other then that the games great, but -2 stars for hard to use controls

K70%
by K####:

Its so Addicting and Cool! This game is so awesome! I thought this was going to be boring but at the first gameplay... I was shocked! I purchased the 3-bit mode...and it was amazing! 10/10 Keep up the Good Work! (•U•)/ ♥

U70%
by U####:

Smashing minimal gameplay that kept me coming back for more. Simple mechanics, but in a way that doesn't make it boring. 5th star missing because on the second and subsequent runs with a given character, ads are so intrusive that I would only play it on airplane mode. Won't be buying the developers a beer, would have otherwise.

K70%
by K####:

Pretty fun, quick dungeon crawler! The art's really nice and minimalist. Really, the only complaint is have is that there's no autosave between floors, since I only get to play for a few minutes at a time. However, the latest update added full-screen ads that play sound despite the game itself being set to mute. I'd have been fine with the annoying banner ads, but full-screen are the worst.

K70%
by K####:

Graphics are great, but unfortunately are the best part. Gameplay is repetitive and boring, and hardly requires any skill or strategy. Success in this game requires grinding tons of money to level up characters so you can get farther. Controls we're also confusing at first.

S70%
by S####:

The difficulty curve is broken, moving the character is a pain and every time you die and want to reset the game will play an unskipable ad that can last for 30 seconds. Don't waste your time with the free version I don't know if the payed version is any better but I doubt it.

K70%
by K####:

May be a bit high the cost for a full version... It should include a well defined control vr pad/joystick instead dragging your finger along everywhere. Have had emulators with such buttons and know what I'm talking about. Love the retro style, it is like a Dragon Warrior dungeon crawling. Hate the down publicity, it could be better if you pushed a win credits button so you could endure a commercial now and then. It is really nostalgic game. Thank you.

U70%
by U####:

Been playing this for like an hour. Pixel art is nice to look at and gameplay doesn't take too much concentration. Only thing is that the first few levels are always boring.

N70%
by N####:

The game is fun and simple mechanics but it comes to screeching halt around floor 30. Rpgs are usually made with it possible to progress the given difficulty. Not this game. You will get to around floor 35 and hit a wall of BS unless you are super lucky.

P70%
by P####:

Not very comfortable controls. When you have a touch screen the default response shouldn't be invisible dpad.

L70%
by L####:

The game is fun, but sometimes I can't play after going into the character menu. Also the swipe movement is sometimes hard to use

K70%
by K####:

Quick RPG gameplay without being bogged down with too much inventory management. Luck plays a large factor like most Rogue-likes, but the level up system rewards you by giving up a head start in terms of HP. Varied classes give minor tweaks to your approach but there's always a reasonable challenge. Highly recommended.

K70%
by K####:

First time I start the game and I get 6 or 7 Google play apps pop up. Switch back to the game and then another one switches me out again.

K70%
by K####:

Ads killed it for me. I repeatedly encountered an ad that forced open my browser to a page that made my phone's vibrate go nuts. Also, the 30 sec ad that pays after you die that the other reviewers mentioned is still a thing. It's very annoying.

K70%
by K####:

This game isn't worth 30 second full screen adds. Game play is far from amazing and you can't save in the dungeon. I don't recommend this game.

K70%
by K####:

This is a great game, really fun to play. Also, I was wondering, do you want/need a translator to translate the game? If you do, I can translate it french for you.

C70%
by C####:

Each time through the same things happen. More variety would be nice.

K70%
by K####:

Insensitive controls. Repetitive. TOO minimalist!

K70%
by K####:

16/10 Already 20 minutes into it, simple and fun, I like the music. An actual on screen d-pad/joystick would of been way better, I dont like how you cant save your progress. Once im done, i will let you know. So far 4/5. 18/10 Okay so i got to the 50th floor with the swordsman, definitely enjoyed the game. Still a 4/5 cause of the dpad.

K70%
by K####:

The only issue I'm having is that I can't press the icon to start the game in the main menu after getting one game over. Besides that, this game is a good game on the go.

K70%
by K####:

I understand you need to make money but animated ads on the title screen and tutorial are too much. Especially when they're in the same space as normal phone buttons. Uninstalled instantly, I don't have tome for games with flashing animated ads in the middle of gameplay.

K70%
by K####:

Simple but charming roguelight with very nostalgic music and feel. You get to keep the gold you make after each run in order to buy permanent health upgrades for your character of choice or unlock other characters. I actually beat it with the standard character on my third try, meaning its challenging but not frustrating. During the first run I learned the quite intuitive mechanics and made the money for a minor character upgrade (+3 starting HP). Second try brought me somewere around lvl 35 before I barehandedly died to a bat (leave them alone if you don't have a weapon, they leech more HP from hitting you than you can n try again with a different character next. Controls are intuitive although character movement can be a little unresponsive when only playing with the thumb as quite long display swipes are required to trigger the action. On the bright side, due to this I rarely triggered unwanted movement which prevents unnecessary deaths. Btw, never make a move towards the enemy if there is one tile left or you'll take damage every single time. Similarly, lure ranged attackers around corners so you don't get hit before they get into you range. I actually bought the devs a beer (in app purchase) after i won, just as a token of appreciation. This also unlocks a color mode which looks pretty neat and removes add.

K70%
by K####:

Bug: if I load the game and go into one of the menus instead of playing right away, and then go BACK to the main screen, tapping to play doesn't work and I have to restart the game

K70%
by K####:

PLEASE BAN THIS GAME - GAME INSTALLS VIRUSES: Recently the latest website loader ad takes you to a RANSOMWARE FAKE ANTIVIRUS site which plays a loud continuous beep and says your computer is infected pay now to repair, etc...

E70%
by E####:

There's an ad ticker and you get a 30s full-screen video when you die. Game seems abandoned since last update is over a year ago and coincidentally that was the update that added the video ads. Swiping to move really shouldn't be used for dungeon crawlers. It's also a bit grindy and content appears on the short side.

A70%
by A####:

For some reason, whenever I die, i tap to restart, but i end up exiting and entering again because tapping won't work

K70%
by K####:

I enjoy this games difficulty. It lasts you a while.

Y70%
by Y####:

Absolutely love this game! Great mixture of chance and skill! I have already recommended this to my friends and I've sunk several hours into it.

K70%
by K####:

Can you make the controls better? They feel slow, would be better if there wasn't a delay when you swipe or if you added a D Pad.

K70%
by K####:

music is awesome, but game will sometimes throw me out after I die, I am totally gonna tip the developer a beer (;

K70%
by K####:

For a phone game it's very well done, with nice graphics and a simple sotryline which will make you wanna get to the end. Not a long game to complete

K70%
by K####:

There wasnt a pad to move my character. I could only skip turns.

K70%
by K####:

Got a pop up ad telling me I have a virus.

K70%
by K####:

Fun little roguelike, only negative is the obtrusive ads.

U70%
by U####:

It's like browsing on the internet without pop-up blocker and adblock. Too much ads, ruins game experience.

V70%
by V####:

Wonderfully styled and I love the music and atmosphere of every level, my only suggestion is more classes and maybe some more customization?

K70%
by K####:

I would say it's like a old console again which is fun but my game boy never had ads on it soooo


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