GnollHack is a remastered and enhanced version of the classic roguelike game NetHack.
NetHack is one of the most revered roguelikes in gaming history. Released in 1987 and developed evere since, it stood out for its:
- Incredible Depth: Every object, monster, and environment has complex, interwoven interactions. Need to get rid of a cursed item? Try dipping it into holy water. The possibilities are endless.
- Dynamic Gameplay: No two runs are the same, thanks to procedurally generated dungeons filled with mysteries, traps, and treasures.
- Humor and Charm: With witty messages, pop-culture references, and quirky mechanics, NetHack turned dungeon crawling into a delightfully unexpected adventure.
- Challenge and Reward: Its high difficulty and permadeath system made every victory hard-earned and deeply satisfying.
However, NetHack's ASCII graphics and steep learning curve could feel daunting, especially for modern players accustomed to modern interfaces.
GnollHack takes everything that's great about NetHack and refines it for today’s gamers:
- Modernized Interface: With a user-friendly design and touch controls, GnollHack is intuitive to play, making the classic roguelike formula more accessible than ever.
- Enhanced Visuals: Unlike NetHack’s traditional ASCII graphics, GnollHack offers polished visuals.
- Sounds, Music, and Voiceovers: GnollHack's rich sound design brings the dungeon alive and improves your immersion to the game.
- In-Game Hints and Gameplay Advice: Built right into the game, contextual hints and informative manuals teach a beginning adventurer the basics of the game.
- Difficulty Levels: Difficulty levels allow both a beginner and a veteran play the same game at a difficulty that is appropriate for their skills.
- In-Game Item and Monster Information: Item and monster stats are baked right into the game. There's no need to check them in an online wiki.
- More Items and Item Slots: In NetHack, you usually end up with one "ascension kit," but in GnollHack you have more viable options for your equipment in the late game.
- More Late-Game Monsters: NetHack had only very few dangerous late-game monsters, but GnollHack offers a large roster of end-game baddies.
- Modern Platform Support: GnollHack is compatible with modern operating systems, including Android, iOS, and Windows.
We have a comprehensive wiki at https://github.com/hyvanmielenpelit/GnollHack/wiki . Please visit it for more information.