In a gaming landscape often dominated by overly-serious narratives and rigid mechanics, the chaotic, laugh-out-loud fun of Streets of Rogue remains a breath of fresh air. First released in July 2019 by solo developer Matt Dabrowski and published by tinyBuild, this unique title has cultivated a dedicated following for its unparalleled freedom and replayability. And now, for a limited time, you can experience the madness for yourself at an incredible price.
A City of Chaos and Opportunity
At its core, Streets of Rogue is a glorious mash-up of genres. It takes the procedurally generated levels and permanent death of a roguelike and injects it with the unrestrained, systemic freedom of a sandbox game. The premise is simple yet effective: you are a rookie operative for a rebel faction, thrust into a dystopian metropolis ruled with an iron fist by a corrupt Mayor. Your mission? Tear down the oppressive regime by any means necessary.
And we do mean any means.
This is where the game truly shines. There is no single "right" way to play. Need to retrieve an item from a heavily guarded apartment? You could:
- Go in guns blazing like a Soldier, leaving a trail of chaos in your wake.
- Sneak through air vents and disable security systems as a stealthy Hacker.
- Charm the guard with a complimentary drink if you're playing as a Bartender.
- Bribe a gang member to start a distracting fight elsewhere.
- Or, simply run through the wall with a giant, steroid-fueled Gorilla.
The game’s systems interact in surprising and often hilarious ways, ensuring that no two runs are ever the same. The city is your anarchic playground.
Critical Acclaim and Player Adoration
The critical and player response to Streets of Rogue has been overwhelmingly positive, and for good reason.
GameSpew awarded the title a solid 8/10, praising its chaotic gameplay and anarchic humor for delivering exceptional entertainment value. The review highlighted the game's "strong replayability," driven by its "more than 20 unlockable characters" and dynamic mission design.
No review is without its critiques, however. GameSpew also pointed out that mission objectives can sometimes feel generic, often boiling down to "kill this person" or "steal that item." They also noted that combat, especially in the heat of a frantic firefight, can occasionally feel a bit imprecise.
But the true testament to the game's quality lies with its players. On Steam, Streets of Rogue boasts an astonishing 22,000 reviews, with a staggering 96% of them being positive. This "Overwhelmingly Positive" rating is a rare feat and speaks volumes about the game's ability to deliver on its promise of fun. For gamers on the go, it's also officially verified as "Playable" on the Steam Deck, making it a perfect title for portable pandemonium.
Ready to dive into the chaos? You can find the game on its official Steam page here:
An Unmissable Deal for a Genre-Bending Gem
For those who have been waiting for the perfect moment to join the rebellion, your time is now. Streets of Rogue, which normally retails for around $20, is currently on an 80% discount on Steam.
This slashes the price down to just under $4. According to price-tracking authority SteamDB, this matches the game's absolute lowest recorded price. While it has been discounted this heavily before, deals of this magnitude are rare and shouldn't be taken for granted.
The sale is set to run until November 10, giving you a limited window to secure one of the most inventive and entertaining indie gems of the last decade for less than the price of a coffee.
And for those looking to experience this chaos on the handheld that makes it possible, the Steam Deck is a fantastic option, currently available for around $440 on Amazon.
Check the current price of the Steam Deck on Amazon
Don't miss out on the chance to overthrow a corrupt government, one hilariously chaotic method at a time. Streets of Rogue at this price is an absolute steal.
