Dunjungle

A pretty solid roguelike romp that’s may lack in the flair of bigger titles, but that still satisfies to a good degree

Dunjungle is a fun and familiar Roguelike with smooth combat, plenty of punishment, and loads of content for those who want to play forever.

Fighting your way through a jungle filled with lighthearted hilarity, tight combat, varied builds, and rewarding unlockables makes Dunjungle stand out as one of the best 2D action platformer roguelikes. So, go monkey around, chums! 🐵

Dunjungle presents a charismatic, accessible, and competent adventure within the action roguelite genre. Its pixel art direction, light humor, and agile gameplay make each attempt fun, even when the repetition of rooms starts to appear. Although it doesn't reinvent the genre and clearly follows references from other successful titles, the game still builds its own identity and offers a solid experience for those seeking something uncomplicated, addictive, and with constant progression.

Dunjungle is consistently fun and delivers a short, consistent experience for any player by choosing an ambiance that's considerably different from all the usual picks from other titles [in the market], something that should be just praised.

Dunjungle is a charming roguelite that deserves to be checked out by fans of 2D action games. Unfortunately, its constant flirtation with visual and mechanical repetition and its underwhelming performance on the Switch prevent the game from achieving greater status on Nintendo's console. In the end, for those interested in the genre and the concept, and willing to accept the aforementioned limitations with an open heart, there is a challenging and fun journey here — for everyone else, however, it is undeniable that there are more essential alternatives on the market.

While Dunjungle won’t satisfy anyone looking for a deep narrative, its pleasing pixel art did enough to charm me. It may take a while to unlock most of its content, but once you’re past those slow early hours, Dunjungle is a load of fun and brims with variety. I had a great time with Dunjungle, and if you like roguelike platformers, you likely will as well.