Dungeons and Ducklings Steam Charts & Stats

A Nostalgic yet Fresh Take on the Pac-Man Genre There’s a certain 1990s wholesomeness to this title, mixed with a very fresh take on the Pac-Man genre. This rogue-like RPG is a testament to the determination and passion of the developers. Playing this game feels like being transported back to a simpler time in life—when bills weren’t a problem, health issues didn’t exist, and all I needed to do was game, sip on a soda, and try to beat my last run. Gameplay & Mechanics Every attempt in this game is a slow build of adrenaline. The strategy required to manage your energy while making the best use of the fruit scattered across the maze keeps your brain running at full speed throughout the dungeon. The mixture of tantalizing collectibles, power-ups, and shop items creates a deeply engaging RPG experience. You genuinely feel yourself getting stronger with each moment. The pacing is exceedingly well-crafted and deserves the accolades it has been receiving in reviews. Characters Each duckling has a distinct personality, reminiscent of Navi from Ocarina of Time. They offer helpful tips that are both charming and useful. Akira, a playful cat who wants to keep you safe (and take your money), adds a fun dynamic to the game. Panda, a sweet and kind bear with a love for reading, adds depth to the world. The sound of book pages fluttering as Panda reads made me want to crack open a book myself. The villains are just as delightful. Big Boss Bergeron, for example, exudes a Cajun cook vibe—I can practically imagine this alligator whipping up some crawfish for me. The other villains are equally memorable, adding both personality and challenge to the game. Their mechanics are simple but tough enough to keep things engaging. Final Thoughts Overall, my time spent in this game has been incredibly rewarding. With 20+ hours split between the alpha and the live release, every moment has been a joy. I’m excited to eventually beat the game in its live state and experience even more of what it has to offer. Game Score: 9/10

The choice of whether to save your children from a living nightmare or keep them around to use as squishy meat shields is quite the moral dilemma, but I consistently find myself making the right decision.

Dungeons and Ducklings is a concept I never thought would be fun, a roguelite pacman. It takes the concept of pacman and adds a fun twist that is surprisingly addictive. Trying different items and weapons against all the different bosses is very fun and the progression system is excellent. This is a great indie game with a lot of heart and charm. Sure it has some jank but that doesn't take away from the fun.

A very fun game! I really enjoy games like Pac-Man, and this is has a lot of the same vibes but with a more rouge-like twist. Upgrading your duck between runs is fun. You can feel a sense of progression especially when it comes to your Kill Combo. The value of the coins get multiplied by your Kill Combo, so early game getting a 2 or 3 Combo is the most realistic, but later your combos can get to 10 and above. This creates an interesting loop where you have attacks to use but you may want to hold them until a bigger group of enemies come AND you see an attack refresh power-up to get a chance of making your Kill Combo even higher. Definitely a more chill game that has nice vibes to it. I'll definitely be playing more!

A really interesting mix of pac-man and roguelites. Easy to pick up, funny, cute, replayable, with nice difficulty progression.

Someone finally figured out a way to make a great rogulite using the classic Pac-man formula. GG!