“Rogue Legacy 2” lead designer Teddy Lee shared with Game Rant that as a small indie studio with just two programmers, making ports is time-consuming and challenging, and that includes the recent Xbox port.
While the PC version of the game released in 2013, PlayStation versions weren’t ported until 2014. Looking back at the release of “Rogue Legacy” also gives PlayStation owners reason to be optimistic. Clearly, plans changed a bit since that FAQ entry due to the fact that “Rogue Legacy 2” has already been announced for Xbox prior to the release of Version 1.0.
In fact, it will be offered on a much more narrow range of platforms : Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, and PC. However, all hope is not lost for PlayStation users.Īccording to the FAQ section of Cellar Door Games’ site, the developers honed in on the PC version of the game exclusively through Early Access, with plans to announce wider console availability once Early Access ends. As for ' Rogue Legacy 2 ,' the game has been available for Early Access since 2020, which only makes the upcoming ApVersion 1.0 release all the more exciting. However, when a player died they were able to choose their heir and took control of them as they attempted the same thing.Unfortunately for PlayStation players hoping to give “Rogue Legacy 2” a try, the game is not going to be available on any Sony console. If you don’t know, Rogue Legacy let players explore a castle of ever-changing rooms as they killed enemies and had ho downs with bosses. The art uses heavy shading and all animations are done using stepping techniques to keep the familiar RL look and feel. The sequel features 2.5D stylings, with 3D characters against hand-drawn backdrops. If anything, Rogue Legacy ushered in a new age of roguelike games and helped with the success of other indie titles like Hades. We’re taking a whole new artistic approach to Rogue Legacy 2. The release takes place almost nine years after the original game was released. While Rogue Legacy 2 was announced in 2019, Cellar Door Games has actually been working on the game for over four years now. The game now features some permanent new abilities and accessibility options for players who are struggling to complete the game. Rogue Legacy 2 is also a bit easier if you want it to be. READ MORE PlayStation Plus, Nintendo Switch Online Surpass Xbox Game Pass SubscribersĪlong with the new art, the game also features new classes, weapons, abilities and new procedurally-generated game worlds. However, Rogue Legacy 2 now has 3D assets placed across hand-drawn backgrounds. The first game featured a classic retro art style. Publisher: Cellar Door Games Release Date: Apr 28, Release Date: Also On: PC, Xbox One Release Date: Also On: PC, Xbox One. There’s no release date in sight yet for the platform.Ĭellar Door Games has given Rogue Legacy 2 a visual overhaul compared to the original game.
PlayStation owners will have to wait a bit. Xbox and PC players can jump into the game starting on 28 April.
Rogue Legacy 2 was announced back in 2019 and Cellar Door Games has revealed an official release date for the roguelike platformer.