Roundguard is a bouncy dungeon crawler with pinball physics, lots of loot, and a randomized castle full of oddballs. Press your luck against hordes of dangerously cute monsters and challenging roguelike elements in this all-round bouncy adventure!
The game takes the classic Peggle formula of launching a ball and aiming it to hit various pegs, but replaces the ball with playable characters. Players control a Warrior, Rogue, Wizard, or Druid, each with unique skills and abilities, and must carefully aim and time their launches to navigate through randomized levels.
Effectively using each character's special attacks and skills is crucial to success. The Warrior can charge into enemies, while the Rogue's double-jump ability allows for more complex positioning. Combining these abilities with the pinball-like movement creates a satisfying gameplay loop where players must tactically manage their resources and adapt to changing environments.
Between runs, players can unlock new character classes, abilities, and equippable "relics" that provide permanent upgrades. This encourages repeated playthroughs, as players experiment with different skill and item combinations to find synergies that help them progress further into the dungeon. The randomized levels, enemy placements, and loot drops ensure that no two runs are exactly the same.
While the core bouncing action is entertaining, the game requires players to think strategically. Carefully considering enemy positions, environmental hazards, and the placement of health and mana pickups is crucial to maximizing effectiveness and reaching the end of each level. Timing the use of abilities and managing resources like health and mana add an additional layer of depth.
The combination of Peggle-inspired pinball action, varied character abilities, and roguelike progression creates an addictive and replayable experience. Players are drawn to the satisfying feeling of launching their character and watching them bounce through the levels, while the constant need to adapt to new challenges keeps the gameplay fresh and engaging.