Enjoy the 16-Bit Aesthetic in Roguecraft DX
UK developer and publisher Thalamus Digital Publishing Ltd. has announced Roguecraft DX for the Commodore Amiga, MEGA65, and Nintendo Game Boy Color. The announcement came out in collaboration with Badger Punch Games, Rocketship Park, and RetroCogs.
Roguecraft DX is an expanded version of the award-winning Amiga title Roguecraft. It came out initially in August 2025 as an Evercade exclusive. This updated version adds new levels and room layouts, additional monsters, improved animations, and achievements. There are also extra music tracks by Jogeir Liljedahl. Following the strong response to both Roguecraft and Roguecraft DX, the teams decided to bring the game to more retro platforms.
“When we released Roguecraft in 2024 we had no idea that the game would become as popular as it has on the Amiga, and even more so on the Evercade,” said Badger Punch Games co-founder Ricki Sickenger. He added that the MEGA65 and Game Boy Color versions have been crafted to suit the strengths of each system, with the support of experienced partners.
“After the success of the original Roguecraft I was eager to work with Badger Punch Games to bring the franchise to as many gaming platforms as possible,” said Thalamus founder and CEO Andy Roberts, praising RetroCogs and Rocketship Park for their work on the new ports.
Launching in Q1 2026, Roguecraft DX is a 3D isometric roguelike spanning fifteen levels, featuring three playable characters, dangerous enemies, traps, potions, and a retro 16-bit inspired visual style, with variations for Game Boy Color hardware. The team plans further releases for additional retro systems, as well as PC and modern consoles.
Digital versions will launch on February 2, 2026, via thalamusdigital.itch.io, with physical pre-orders opening on March 2, 2026, at the Thalamus online store.