Deadzone: Rogue

Deadzone: Rogue

Released Aug 2025

Deadzone: Rogue is a roguelite FPS set in space. Blast through swarms of hostile machines, combine powerful augments and elements to forge your build, and grow stronger with each run — solo or in co-op.

82% positive · 16K reviews
Done
All announced content has been released
Medium confidence
Done
All announced content has been released
Medium confidence

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Evaluation

Deadzone: Rogue launched on August 11, 2025 and has received consistent post-launch support. A major free expansion called "Apophis" (Zone 4) was announced on October 17, 2025 and shipped on December 17, 2025, adding a new forging system, 8 missions, a new element, and more. A second cosmetic DLC pack (MARK II Pack) also released on December 17, 2025. Version 1.2.0.0 on March 17, 2026 added 2 new missions and Nintendo Switch 2 crossplay support. The most significant recent development is a May 12, 2026 announcement that a sequel — Deadzone Rogue 2 — is in development, with a free demo coming soon. A clarifying post on May 16, 2026 explicitly stated that a sequel is being made rather than additional DLC for the original game, and that Early Access for the sequel won't be until much later. This is effectively the developer communicating that future content focus is shifting to the sequel rather than continued DLC expansions for the original game. All currently listed DLC for the original is released. Ongoing bug fix patches have continued through June 3, 2026, showing the developer is still maintaining the game, but no new content for the original has been announced. The May 16 post's framing ("why not DLC" as the title) strongly implies that future major content additions are planned for the sequel rather than the original game. The original game appears to have reached the end of its substantial content roadmap.
Evidence
Clarification post explains the announcement is for a sequel demo, not a full release or DLC for the original. Developer explains why a sequel rather than DLC was chosen, implying no further major content is planned for the original.
news post · May 16, 2026 source development ending
high
Deadzone Rogue 2 announced, with a free demo coming soon. Developer has been quietly working on the sequel.
news post · May 12, 2026 source development ending
high

Content

3 of 3 released · no outstanding content

Media

Details

Developer
Publisher
Prophecy Games
Achievements
58
Platform
Windows
Controller
full support
Steam Deck
Verified
Players
Single-player · Multiplayer · Co-op

About this game

Adventure on your own, or conquer the ship in a co-op squad of up to 3 players. Mark enemies for focused fire, synchronize grenade strikes, and storm enemies with overwhelming force. Adjust difficulty levels for each mission to match your mood, from a more laid-back adventure experience all the way to nightmare mode.

Fight against massive, biomechanical bosses that demand steady aim and quick reflexes. Annihilate waves of hunter-drones, robotic spiders, the mindless, and dozens of other enemies to survive each run. Battle through each ship sector — from the engine rooms to the brig.

Master over 30 powerful weapons, each modifiable with elemental affixes and upgrades. Turn a shotgun into a void-spreading crowd crusher, or a submachine gun into a room clearing hail of ice. From plasma cannons to sniper rifles, your arsenal adapts to any combat scenario.

Incinerate drones with fire, freeze swarms with ice, chain lightning enemies with shock, or send them to the void with a well-timed headshot.

Transform your combat approach through dozens of augments, perks, and items. Dominate from afar, strike from the shadows with stealth, or get close with enhanced melee. Your choices offer a unique experience against the mechanical onslaught.

Use permanent upgrades to reshape yourself into a killing machine. Boost your shields, amplify elemental chaos, and tear bots apart with satisfying fury. Forge a path that matches your playstyle.

Explore a spaceship overrun by biomechanical creatures, enjoy an original music soundtrack and art, and discover your true mission and origin.

Last evaluated Jun 19, 2026
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