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Ron Gilbert Reveals Death by Scrolling at Gamescom, a Vertically Auto-Scrolling Roguelike

Backed by MicroProse, the rebuilt project from a 2019 prototype is on Steam to wishlist with release timing still unannounced.

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Overview

  • MicroProse will publish the game following its trailer debut at Gamescom’s Opening Night Live.
  • The action forces constant upward movement through Purgatory as players fight enemies and collect gold and power-up cards.
  • The central goal is to amass 10,000 gold to pay the Ferryman and escape.
  • Multiple selectable heroes feature distinct perks, and the trailer teases quests and shops with progression details yet to be clarified.
  • Gilbert began the project in 2019, paused it during Return to Monkey Island, then rebuilt it with designer Elissa; there is no release date, and it is available to wishlist on Steam.