I’m Santiago Zapata, better known online as slashie, a Software Engineer and Independent Game Developer and from Medellín, Colombia.

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Category: Roguelikes

  • Ananias Roguelike 1.43, Fixes critical hunter exploit, several other tweaks

    Special sound activation mode for browser versions, allow much quicker loading. Nerf arrows (Were providing double damage!!) Nerf Hunter’s bow bonus Fixes on ammo usage Additional info for alchemy usage. Fix problem with item placement on full rooms Separate SFX for spells and potions Add bandages as starting items Make…

  • Ananias Roguelike 1.42 – Alchemist can mix potions and shoot deadly fluids

    Play online, or download for Android. Alchemist now has a pump gun and can now create potions and ammunition using reagents found in the dungeon.

  • Ananias Roguelike hits 20.000 users on the Play Store, quick analysis of about 6 months of operation

    After about 6 months of being published on Google Play, and zero advertising expenses, Ananias has hit 20.000 user installs today. We also have 1.000 ratings, and still struggle to have at least 2x as much 5 stars ratings than 1 star; it’s hard since most 1 star ratings leave no feedback… and…

  • Ananias Roguelike 1.41 – New class (Arcane Master), Statues and more

    Play online, or download for Android. Arcane Master – New class replacing Shepherd, can use wands and has bonuses on scrolls, can’t use bows nor heavy armor, limited weapon usage. Add statues collection Weapons durability changes, now they may not be damaged upon usage. Knight Weapon Expert skill – extended weapon…

  • New classes coming up for Ananias!

    Alchemist Armed with a gun-like tool that sprays fluids on its enemies and is recharged with potions. He can also mix reagents found in the dungeon to create potions and ammo. Arcane The only class able to cast powerful spells using enchanted wands found in the dungeon.

  • Ananias Roguelike 1.40 released

    Play online, or download for Android. Also, consider supporting the development of my games via Patreon! Auto-sort items on inventory Weaken enemy attacks Increase number of restore HP spells Increase initial carry capacity Change puppy and kitten to Wolf and Lynx, and strengthen them. Disable set auto attack for pet on…

  • Ananias 1.39 – Evil dungeon is evil

    Play online, or download for Android. Also, consider supporting the development of my games via Patreon! Gameplay Changes Switching weapon no longer takes a turn Tutorial messages are now shown only once Fixed Recover All HP spawn rate Massive changes on monster stats Added Merman Soldier and Sewer Rat Nerf Armor…

  • Ananias 1.38 – Sher’tul invasion

    Play online, or download for Android. Added the Sher’tul Detailed item icons All magic items have been transformed to scrolls Fullscreen mode removed for browser version Brighten lagoon floor Web quality audio files (quicker download) Fixed critical bugs with item stealing code Lots of UI tweaks Coming up Big stats balancing!

  • Ananias 1.37 – Dark Lagoon, New Weapon Scrolls

    Play online, or download for Android. Fight the 1 Star Reviews: We currently have a lot of 1 star reviews on the Play Store, this may be caused by the game not running in some devices… It would be really helpful if you could test if it runs in your…

  • Ananias Roguelike 1.36 – Caverns and Graveyard

    Well this one took longer than expected, bughunting galore, despair and bravery, here it goes. Play online, or download for Android. Also take a look at the roadmap for 2.0 Changes! Irregular rooms for caverns, now they look like caverns! Graveyard, check your best characters Unborn assassins with Evade and…

  • Ananias Roguelike 1.35 – Pools and Boulders

    A new version is available, play online or download for Android We also now have a community blog to share our tales, take a look! New features Added pools, puddles and boulders to temple rooms. Potion of invisibility Invisible pets Prevent ingame tips from being displayed over and over Add alchemist tunic…

  • Ananias 1.34, New scrolls and potions

    Play Online or Download for Android! This version comes with lots of new items, and some interesting tweaks on level generation. New Items! Fish of polymorph Endurance potion Potion of Strength Recover Strength potion Repair armor scroll Enchant Armor Scroll Enchant Weapon Scroll Lots of UI tweaks as usual Add…