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99 Levels to Hell
99 Levels to HellA rogue‑like platform shooter with 99 ever‑changing levels of guns, magic and monsters.
Beneath Apple Manor
Beneath Apple ManorThe first known roguelike dungeon crawler predating Rogue
Overview
Description

99 Levels to Hell is a fast‑paced platform shooter that blends classic side‑scroll action with roguelike randomness. Each run generates a new set of dungeons filled with traps, monsters, shops, and secret rooms, keeping the experience fresh and challenging. Survive waves of enemies, upgrade your arsenal with guns and magic, and defeat a boss every ten levels to unlock the next dungeon. The game offers single‑player depth for indie fans who love procedural challenges and loot‑driven progression.

Beneath Apple Manor is a pioneering 1978 dungeon‑crawling role‑playing game that laid the groundwork for the roguelike genre. Though it predates Rogue, it shares the same turn‑based, procedurally generated exploration that defines modern roguelikes. Players navigate a maze‑like manor, battling monsters and collecting treasure in a single‑player experience that emphasizes strategic decision‑making and replayability. Its simple text‑based interface reflects the early era of computer gaming while delivering a deep, challenging adventure.

Pricing
Paid (One-time)
Free
Category
Roguelike / Roguelite
Roguelike / Roguelite
Best for
Fans of roguelike platformers
Fans of retro RPGs and roguelike history
Specifications
Specifications
developer
B-Evil, Zaxis Games
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publisher
Zaxis Games
Quality Software, The Software Factory
age rating
ESRB T
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multiplayer
Single player
Single player
critic score
60/100
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General
release date
2013-02-26
1978-09-30
Pros & Cons
Pros
  • Procedurally generated levels keep gameplay fresh
  • Wide variety of weapons and magic upgrades
  • Frequent boss encounters provide clear milestones
  • Rich secret content rewards exploration
  • Groundbreaking early roguelike
  • High replay value through random maps
  • Simple yet deep tactical combat
  • Authentic retro experience
Cons
  • High difficulty may deter casual players
  • Limited visual polish compared to larger titles
  • Single‑player only, no multiplayer mode
  • Text‑only graphics may deter modern players
  • Limited documentation and support
  • Very high difficulty curve
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