Netwhack
Netwhack is a roguelike game written in Java by Oliver Richman.
| Netwhack | |
|---|---|
| Developer | Oliver Richman |
| Theme | Fantasy |
| Influences | NetHack |
| Status | Beta 0.4.8 |
| Released | 24/06/1997 |
| Updated | 04/01/2006 |
| Licensing | Closed Source, Freeware |
| P. Language | Java |
| Platforms | Java |
| Interface | ASCII, Emulated ASCII, Keyboard |
| Game Length | 15 minutes |
| Official site of Netwhack | |
Description
Netwhack is under development, currently on Step 14 of How to Write a Roguelike Game in 15 Steps.
Since the latest public release, several new features have been added to the game:
o A new type of dungeon is available (a "BDungeon") in addition to LCave.
o A movement cost and priority system.
o Magic items (such as a sword of strength).
o Gold is now an item which you can pick up.
o Many bugfixes, of course.
I've taken time to write a developer's journal, a captain's log if you will, as I write this game over the years. This and the game itself is available on the game's homepage.
Versions and platforms
Netwhack requires Java 1.4 or higher.
Latest release version is v. 0.4.8, from December, 2003.
Latest development version is v. 0.4.9, from January, 2006.
Technical
o Netwhack simulates an old IBM PC's 80x25 screen, and even contains a colormap. It always looks exactly the same on any system it runs on.
o Reccomended system is Linux, Windows or Macintosh. running on a 300mhz AMD equivalent or better. 256mb ram.
See also
Netwhack Homepage
Concept Art
CryptRL - homepage
Dweller - homepage
Guardian Angel - homepage
JADE - homepage
Kalyp - homepage
NG Java Roguelike Engine - homepage
Tyrant - homepage
Art with Wanny ^^