Though it sounds like a random genre mashup idea, Rogue Hockey is an ice hockey-themed RPG that just seems to work. It features procedural-generated level layouts, equipment, enemy placement, and even a storyline to set you on your quest for victory. The objective here is basically to skate around until you find the goal, then hit a puck into the net so that you can proceed to the next level.

Our hero starts out with the most basic of equipment, but he can acquire better hockey sticks and shoes by grabbing the items lying on the ice surface, or defeat enemies and steal their loot. Note that you are only allowed to carry up to twenty pucks at any time, although the hockey stick can be used as a melee weapon to conserve on the usage of your precious pucks.

Beat ten levels in a row, and you’ll be presented with a one-page ending summary as your reward (which is similar to what you’re getting at the start of the adventure). If the idea of a roguelike sports game strikes your fancy, then you can download Rogue Hockey from the YoYo Games site

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