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Roguelikes
Game Design
Procedural Generation
Indie Game Development
Roguelike Games
Caves Of Qud
Balatro
Critical Play
Dungeonmans
Game Mechanics
Dwarf Fortress
Science Fiction
Community Engagement
Deck Building
Violence In Games
Game Development
Steam
Jank
Player Agency
Mod Support

Welcome to Roguelike Radio, a podcast about roguelikes.

PublishesMonthlyEpisodes150Founded15 years ago
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LeisureVideo Games

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Latest Episodes

We discuss the rise of Generative AI in game development, with Darren Grey, Jeremiah Reid and Tommy Thompson.

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We discuss the 2026 crop of Seven Day Roguelikes, including highlight games, recent trends and experiences of taking part.

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Darren Grey and John Harris discuss the Japanese roguelike Omega Labyrinth Life.

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Darren Grey, Andrew Doull and Rob Parker discuss design analysis of games during play.

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Recent Guests

Jeremiah Reid
Game developer who created a Roguelike using Claude tools
Episode: Episode 173: Generative AI
Tommy Thompson
Guest with YouTube channel AI and Games; discussed generative tools in game dev
Episode: Episode 173: Generative AI
Josh Ge
Developer of the roguelike game Cogmind
Cogmind
Episode: Roguelike Radio ep 167: Designing for Mastery, with Josh Ge
Tanya X Short
Co-founder of Kitfox Games with extensive experience in game development
Kitfox Games
Episode: Episode 163: Interview with Tanya X Short
Jim Shepard
Founder of Dungeonmans and indie game developer
Dungeonmans
Episode: Episode 158: 10 Years of Dungeonmans
Michael Brough
Game developer known for the Roguelikes 868-Hack and 868-Back
Episode: Episode 157: 868-BACK

Hosts

Darren Grey
Host of Roguelike Radio
John Harris
Co-host of Roguelike Radio
Jeremiah Reid
Guest on Generative AI episode, game developer
Rob Parker
Co-host on Roguelike Radio
Andrew Doull
Co-host on Roguelike Radio

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 105 ratings
  • Lovely genre dive

    I still re-listen ❤️

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    c501574
    Canada4 years ago
  • Roguelike niche

    If you are a fan of Roguelike games, and perhaps also a developer of them, this is the one and only podcast for you!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    snowminx
    United States7 years ago
  • Excellent show

    I am a big fan of the show. I only actively play Jupiter Hell, Cogmind and DCSS but I enjoy hearing the stories and design philosophies of other roguelikes as well. Next time you do a Jupiter Hell episode (enjoyed the recent one) please ask about the use of noise in the game as in real sound representing the usual noise messages you’d get. Keep up the great work.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    necrosonic138
    United States7 years ago
  • In-depth about RLs!

    I was happily surprised to find such a hands-on approach to Rogue-likes and other such games. The podcast touches such a wide array of subjects!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    romalug
    Finland8 years ago
  • My love for this podcast is permanent

    This podcast has a very special place in my heart, roguelikes are simply not properly understood by mainstream critics, and it's a genre which requires a wealth of knowledge to cover, and even just to play. I must admit that I was slightly disappointed that in their year end wrap up they didn't even mention my game of the year (shiren the wanderer on vita) but pobody's nerfect. If you have a passing interest in roguelikes or if you obsess about the pursuit of a perfect run, you will find somethi... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Outbackpenguin
    United States9 years ago

Listeners Say

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The show is lauded for its passion and knowledgeable hosts, with many noting it as essential for roguelike enthusiasts.
Listeners praise the depth of design discussions and the practical interview format.
A niche yet deeply insightful dive into roguelikes; highly recommended for devs and fans.
People appreciate the thorough coverage of both classic and modern roguelikes and the thoughtful critique of design choices.

Chart Rankings

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Apple Podcasts
#35
Poland/Leisure/Video Games
Apple Podcasts
#47
Norway/Leisure/Video Games
Apple Podcasts
#59
Finland/Leisure/Video Games
Apple Podcasts
#78
Poland/Leisure
Apple Podcasts
#81
Indonesia/Leisure/Video Games
Apple Podcasts
#84
South Korea/Leisure/Video Games

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Frequently Asked Questions About Roguelike Radio

What is Roguelike Radio about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This show consistently explores roguelikes from multiple angles, with recent episodes surveying how AI tooling and procedural systems influence workflow, design decisions, and prototyping for indie and larger studios. Conversations span hands-on experiments with AI-assisted prototyping, festival-style jams, and niche games, along with deeper debates about game design, narrative depth, player agency, and the ethics of tooling. Noteworthy is the mix of practical, how-to content (e.g., on on-device AI, prototyping in engines, and mastering roguelike design) with thoughtful takeaways on accessibility, pricing, and audience expectations. The format often features host pairings and guest perspectives from developers and designers, making it a str... more

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2. Tommy Thompson
3. Josh Ge
4. Tanya X Short
5. Jim Shepard
6. Michael Brough

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