Venture 48k - Another procedurally generated roguelike appears for the ZX Spectrum

The Speccy homebrew community has received another thrilling new title for vintage hardware with the release of Venture48k, a rogue64-ish inspired dungeon crawler tailored specifically for the classic Sinclair ZX Spectrum 48k. Developed by homebrew creator Jason-Indie, this fresh 8-bit title bridges the gap between retro nostalgia and modern mechanics, delivering a game that features 8 procedurally generated levels, rogue-ish gameplay, and entirely original, cutting-edge (ahem) 8-bit graphics and sound.

GloomKeep - Procedurally generated roguelike for the C64 by j5-2026

The Commodore 64 gets another dose of dark, procedural dungeon crawling with the release of GloomKeep by j5-2026. This punishing new roguelike not only features 10 procedurally generated floors, but it also includes 100 hand-drawn monster glyphs themed by depth, stair guardians with themed taunts, hidden traps, healing wards, holy water, EXP bonuses, an original multi-track SID engine with mood themes, PCM digi-samples, and torch light that can run out, causing you to crawl blind through the dark. So if this sounds like your sort of game, make sure to check out the gameplay video provided by Saber below.

Dunjons - A small turn-based dungeon hack/slash from Zooperdan for the Amiga

The Commodore Amiga scene continues to thrive in 2026, and the latest entry to the library is Dunjons, a light, turn-based dungeon crawler from developer Zooperdan. Created using AmiBlitz3 for the Retro Programmers Inside (RPI) and Phaze101 Maze Game Jam 2026, this hack-and-slash title brings modern tactical depth to classic hardware. Please note generative AI has been used to make the foundation of some images, but they have been heavily modified, and tilesets by pebonius and A* pathfinding from appnjoy have also been heavily modified.

Underkeep - This upcoming Dungeon Crawler by Rake in Grass looks stunning! (PC) [DEMO UPDATE]

First Person Dungeon Crawlers have a huge fan base on Indie Retro News, so many of us love games such as Dungeon Master, Eye of the Beholder and my personal favorite Ishar. Well here we are with another special announcement especially if you love dungeon crawlers, as Rake in Grass has not only shown off some new footage for the work in progress PC game of Underkeep, but there's also a new demo that can be downloaded right now through Steam. 

Demon Pages - A fabulous RPG released for the ZX Spectrum by JuanGM

If you're fed up with all the Commodore news, then worry not! As looking through the itch io website, we've come across what looks to be a high quality RPG game called 'Demon Pages' for the ZX Spectrum 128k. A game that has got some very positive feedback such as "A game that represents a fairly big change of third with points of strategy, farming, etc.... one of your best games." and, "you have created an RPG for our beloved machine and it has been a great development, congratulations on the result".

The Cthulhu Project - An upcoming Dungeon Crawler for the Amiga by Captain DarkN3m0 gets new footage

Something slightly different for todays retro heads up, as if you are a huge fan of Dungeon Crawlers, especially games such as Eye of the Beholder or Lands of Lore. Then you may be interested to know that Captain DarkN3m0 is still working on a new Dungeon Crawler for the Amiga called 'The Cthulhu Project'; A horror like RPG which the creator says "is being developed using AMOS PRO as a 3D old school Dungeon Master like game". To coincide with this news, a new video has been posted which demonstrates the updated assets and code.

Phantasy Star 2 - Marco Ughetta is aiming to port this Sega Mega Drive RPG over to the Amiga [UPDATE]

I have a bit of a soft spot for the Sega Mega Drive, especially with my ever growing collection of great games, such as FINK, Golden Axe, Mickey Mania and my personal favorite Comix Zone. So to find out that Marco Ughetta was aiming to port the Sega Mega Drive game of 'Phantasy Star II' over to the Commodore Amiga, this certainly caught my interest. Sure, it's still in an early stage of development, and at one point I wasn't sure if it was going to go any further at all, but we are pleased to show you the latest demo footage.

Hero Fantasy: The Kings Sword - A small dungeon roguelike for the Atari ST(e)

If you're stuck indoors because the weather is rather grim, how about playing this new game for the Atari ST/STE called 'Hero Fantasy: The Kings Sword'. A game where you play as a mighty knight that must traverse multiple levels of a dangerous dungeon to recover a sword to defeat an evil necromancer. To coincide with this news, provided below is the latest gameplay footage provided by our good friend Saberman.

The Bard's Tale - One of the earliest RPG's makes an appearance on the Commodore Plus/4

The Plus/4 World website has surprised us with yet another new recovery! As they have informed the Plus/4 Facebook page, that the 1985 Interplay Productions RPG has been recovered for the Commodore Plus/4 by Csory and Siz. As in the words of the website. "Today, we put a period at the end of a very long story. We were talking about missing this release as far back as 2002, and many times after that. The good news: thanks to Csory and siz, we now have a working version of Bard's Tale"

Knight on the Moon - A Zelda like game is in development for the NES by kn56k

If you're looking for a new NES game to try and want one to satisfy your retro gaming needs, then look no further than this work in progress Zelda like game of 'Knight on the Moon' by Kn56k. A game which when finished, will not only features 8 directional movement, but there's 6 Large bosses, 5 main "dungeons", puzzle solving , exploration and weapons pickups and hidden secrets. To coincide with this news, if this sounds like your sort of game worth keeping an eye on, then make sure to check out the early demo that's available below.

The Tale - A new CRPG with PETSCII graphics for the Plus/4 by Synergy

Another Plus/4 announcement of which RPG genre fans might enjoy reading about, is the fact that Synergy has released the Ultima like CPRG of The Tale for the Commodore Plus/4. A full-fledged entry in the BASIC category of the Commodore Plus/4 játékfejlesztői verseny Plus/4 GameDev competition . A game that features rather large PETSCII graphics during the story. To coincide with this news, we've got the full details from the website as well as some gameplay footage.

EVIL DUNGEON III - The sequel to a great RPG-based Fantasy Adventure for the C64 by RetroArts

If you're looking to play a new RPG that's not only atmospheric, but is full of monsters, dark dungeons and loot on your Commodore 64, then make sure to check out the latest release of EVIL DUNGEON III by RetroArts. The sequel to a great RPG-based Fantasy Adventure for the C64, that is sure to have you hooked throughout the weekend. To coincide with this news, Saberman has provided a video of the game as he battles Giant Bats, Mummies, Skeletons and other nasties throughout the dungeon of evil.

Kouyate - Sarah Jane Avory is still working on an Ultima-style RPG for the C64! [UPDATE]

Remember when I announced that one of the best homebrew developer's of Sarah Jane Avory, was working on a new Commodore 64 RPG that is inspired by the classic of Ultima? Well I've just looked through the Commodore 64/128 Facebook group, and have just found out that that not only is this Commodore 64 game now called ' Kouyate ', but there's been some new footage teased with additional in game music by @nordischsound.

Dark Shadows of Sergoth - Custom maps to The Shadows of Sergoth (Amiga) [V1.0 UPDATE]

If you have an Amstrad or Amiga near by, chances are you would've come across the excellent homebrew Dungeon Crawler ' The Shadows of Sergoth '; a game which blew many of us away with fast coded graphics, deadly monsters and cool loot to find throughout. Although the big boxed edition is no longer for sale, the publisher Double Sided Games has disappeared into the nether, and my boxed edition which was due never arrived :(, you can at least play these new levels, which have been added in by quantumcodemonk.

Binary Battle - A unique take on the Dungeon Crawler experience for the C64/Plus4/MSX [UPDATE]

We've featured many Dungeon Crawlers over the years, from ones such as Eye of the Beholder, with its first person grid based movement, to the top down turn based ones such as Descending Dungeons. This game however called 'Binary Battle' by Haplo and team, is not only a dungeon crawler, but according to the creator "is a novel take on the genre that is inspired by GEOS and the PC game Folder Dungeon". A game that can be seen being played in this latest footage sent to us by Saberman of the MSX and Plus/4 version.

The Secret of the Four Winds - Japanese-style action role-playing teased for the Sega Mega Drive/Genesis by Kai Magazine

Kai Magazine is certainly no stranger to IndieRetroNews, creating quality games such as Life on Mars, Life on Earth, and my personal favourite which sits right here on the shelf, called Metal Dragon. Well if you were hoping for more games to add to your collection (I know I am) , then come and check out the latest info about the Sega Mega Drive and Genesis game of 'The Secret of the Four Winds'. A Japanese-style action role-playing game that has been in development for years, teased in this new(ish) video, and even has a demo.

Sarah Jane Avory is working an Ultima-style RPG for the C64!

We have just found out through one of our Patreon supporters (T.Russell) and the Commodore 64/128 group, that one of the best homebrew developers of Sarah Jane Avory, has announced that she is working on a new Commodore 64 RPG that is inspired by the classic of Ultima. While this is very early days for this game and the game description is very limited, you can at least take a look at the latest gameplay footage, as well as a video description below.

Skald: Against the Black Priory - A dark fantasy game inspired by classic RPG's available now!

In the 80's many of us had the pleasure of playing Ultima IV on the C64, it was arguably one of the best RPG's ever released which featured a top down playing field with lush landscapes, dungeons to explore, characters to traverse with and many enemies to fight. So now as a complete surprise to us, High North Studios AS together with Raw Fury, have announced the release of Skald: Against the Black Priory: A game in which GOG says "is inspired by roleplaying games of yesteryear, combining modern design and compelling storytelling with authentic 8-bit looks and charms."

Daggerfall Unity - Play a remastered version of the all-time RPG classic from The Elder Scrolls series for FREE as V1.0!

RPG fans and retro gamers alike prepare to have your minds blown, as we've recently come across an announcement via the source link below that Gavin “Interkarma” Clayton has finally released a fully featured 1.0 version of " Daggerfall Unity" ; a remastered and updated version of the all-time RPG classic from The Elder Scrolls series. The Elder Scrolls II: Daggerfall was released in 1996 as a fantasy open world RPG and is regarded as one of the most amazing RPG's of all time.. With it being ported over to Unity, you'll be able to experience this wonder with high res textures and high grade visuals and even mouse look!

Ambermoon.net - Open source remake of a fantastic CRPG gets a brand new 1.9.4 release!

Originally released in 1993 for the Amiga by Thalion Software, Ambermoon was the second part of an unfinished trilogy and sequel to Amberstar that was only released in Germany. In was an incredible RPG for its time, and featured 3D graphics that were considered revolutionary for the Amiga, but sadly for the company it couldn't save them from collapse. Well today's news is another special heads up for fans of this great game, as Pyrdacor has released the latest Ambermoon.net update of version 1.9.4: An open source Linux, Mac, Pi4 and Windows remake of this fantastic CRPG.