Rogue: Genesia is an action roguelite bullet hell game developed by Ouadi Huard and published by Ouadi Huard and Gamersky Games. Read our review to see what it did well, what it didn't do well, and if it's worth buying

Rogue: Genesia Review Overview

What is Rogue: Genesia?

Rogue: Genesia is an action rogue-lite game developed by Ouadi Huard and published by Ouadi Huard and Gamersky Games. The game was released on Steam on March 8, 2025.

Players explore a new world with your character Rog, facing waves of enemies while mastering various weapons. As they progress, they gain strength, adapting their abilities to overcome increasingly challenging threats.

Rogue: Genesia features:
　⚫︎　Action Roguelite
　⚫︎　Bullet Hell
　⚫︎　Pixel Graphics
　⚫︎　Multiple Builds
　⚫︎　Hordes of Enemies

For more gameplay details, read everything we know about Rogue: Genesia's gameplay and story.

Steam
Price		$14.99

Rogue: Genesia Pros & Cons

Pros	Cons
A Variety of Build Options and Upgrades Solid and Addicting Progression System Quality of Life Features	Lack of Music Variety Can Get Incredibly Easy

Rogue: Genesia Overall Score - 78/100

Rogue: Genesia is the kind of game that pulls you into a hypnotic trance—before you know it, you've sunk hundreds of hours without even realizing it. Its bullet hell roguelite gameplay is so addictive and satisfying that you'll constantly be whispering, Just one more run... That said, once your character becomes an unstoppable force, the challenge starts to fade, and repetition sets in. But even then, the journey is so exhilarating that it’s absolutely worth every second.

Rogue: Genesia Story - 6/10

Story isn’t a major focus in Rogue: Genesia, and what little there is—about the protagonist, Rog, defying the odds against otherworldly enemies—is fun but not particularly deep or engaging. However, the game does at times, shine in its visual storytelling. The eerie landscapes, swarms of skeletons marching across desolate fields, and strange alien-like creatures paint a bleak picture of a world in ruin, adding an immersive layer to the experience without needing much exposition.

Rogue: Genesia Gameplay - 9/10

What Rogue: Genesia lacks in story, it more than makes up for in pure, unfiltered gameplay chaos. It puts the hell in bullet hell—in the best way possible—delivering an addicting, satisfying loop that’s dangerously easy to sink hours into. While it starts off slow and eventually becomes a bit too easy, nothing quite matches the sheer thrill of becoming an unstoppable force of destruction, obliterating waves of demons with a laser beam while hurling a storm of kunai at relentless skeleton hordes.

Rogue: Genesia Visuals - 8/10

Rogue: Genesia embraces a charming pixel art aesthetic that looks great, especially with its well-done shading. Even when the screen is flooded with hordes of enemies, the visuals remain clear and never feel overwhelming. However, while the presentation is solid, many of the enemy designs do come across as fairly generic.

Rogue: Genesia Audio - 6/10

Rogue: Genesia’s soundtrack does a great job of setting the tone, blending symphonic and rock elements to create an intense, adrenaline-pumping atmosphere—perfect for battling endless hordes in a dark fantasy setting. However, its biggest flaw is the lack of variety. With only a handful of tracks on a constant loop, the music, while initially engaging, quickly becomes repetitive and even a little grating after extended play sessions.

Rogue: Genesia Value for Money - 10/10

For just $15, Rogue: Genesia is an absolute steal. From the moment you start your first run, you'll find yourself hooked—and that’s a guarantee. Whether you're a genre veteran or a newcomer, there are countless hours of fun to be had, with an addictive gameplay loop that keeps you coming back. Plus, with the developers promising more updates and mod support, the replay value only gets better, ensuring even more hours of chaos-filled enjoyment.

Rogue: Genesia Review: A Chaotic Hypnotic Time Sink

When Rogue: Genesia first launched in Early Access, many were quick to compare it to Vampire Survivors—and for good reason. The gameplay, the pixel art style, and the sheer chaos all feel familiar. But after sinking countless hours into its full version, I can confidently say that Rogue: Genesia doesn’t just hit that same dopamine rush—it sometimes cranks it up even higher.

Gameplay Hits All The Right Dopamine

Bullet Hell Mayhem

If you’ve played Vampire Survivors, Rogue: Genesia will feel instantly familiar. Both are bullet hell roguelites where you fight through waves of enemies, progressing stage by stage until you either emerge victorious or fall to the relentless hordes. However, Rogue: Genesia doesn’t just follow the formula—it expands on it, delivering a deeply satisfying and highly addictive experience.

Players battle through swarms of hundreds—sometimes thousands—of enemies, crafting powerful builds, breaking the balance, and taking on formidable bosses to save one of many worlds. The game starts off slower than most bullet hells, but it quickly ramps up as you unlock more abilities and face increasingly intense challenges. Right from the beginning, you can choose between two modes: Rog Mode and Survivor Mode.

Rog Mode feels like a campaign, where you progress through different worlds, starting from the lowest tier and working your way up, with branching paths leading to a final boss fight. Survivor Mode is a more traditional endless survival experience, testing how long you can last against ever-growing enemy hordes.

No matter which mode you choose, the core gameplay is incredibly engaging. Your character auto-attacks while you focus on dodging, positioning, and building the best possible loadout.

Endless Customization and Rewarding Progression System

One of the biggest highlights of Rogue: Genesia is the sheer depth of customization. There are tons of weapon choices, including laser beams, kunai, bows, and magic. You can also pick different avatars like Knight, Duelist, Gunner, and Summoner, each with unique weapon cards. As you progress, you can upgrade your arsenal with passive cards that enhance your weapons, armor, or health. Some passive abilities even have special triggers and trade-offs, making each run feel unique and strategic.

The game also features a rewarding progression system. Every time you die, you earn souls that can be used to upgrade your character’s stats permanently. This makes each run feel meaningful, as you gradually become stronger and better equipped to handle the increasing difficulty. The game does a great job of making you feel like you're growing more powerful, and while the enemy hordes become more overwhelming, the gameplay never feels frustrating.

Visually, Rogue: Genesia uses clean pixel art that keeps everything clear and readable, even when the screen is flooded with enemies (which are a bit generic). The world design tells its own subtle story, with eerie landscapes filled with skeleton armies, grotesque alien creatures, and strange unknown encounters that offer quests or choices affecting your run. I understand permadeath is a thing, but sometimes life gets in the way so i love the the developers gave that option. And it makes me go back to the game more and more than others sinking more time in.

Tons of Quality Features

Rogue: Genesia stands out with an array of quality-of-life features that elevate it above many other roguelites, making the experience not only more enjoyable but also incredibly satisfying and convenient. The game allows you to save and quit your run at any point—whether you're in the middle of a stage or between levels—providing a convenience that few titles in the genre offer. Its comprehensive in-game encyclopedia, which explains key gameplay terms and details about monsters, is a welcome addition that helps you remember key points in the gameplay and lore.

Additionally, an intuitive menu displays your current build, in-depth look at your power-ups, and available upgrades, all accessible even during combat, so you can tweak your strategy on the fly. This thoughtful design means that even if you need to step away in the middle of a run, you can do so without worrying about losing progress—an innovative feature that many roguelites sadly overlook.

Lacks Musical Variety

I appreciate the game’s soundtrack for its electrifying fusion of symphonic grandeur and rock energy, which injects every encounter with a surge of adrenaline and makes you feel invincible against doom-like enemy hordes. Yet, the limited variety and short looping tracks eventually wear thin, transforming what should be a rallying cry into a repetitive taunt.

Each stage starts to blur into the next as the same beat recurs, diminishing the excitement over time. I eagerly hope that future updates will expand the musical repertoire, because after a long session, I found myself muting the game just to listen to my own tunes.

Becomes Incredibly Easy

One aspect I hope the developers address is the overall balance and challenge level. As you progress, the game eventually becomes too easy, and once you’ve achieved your ideal build, later runs can feel less rewarding. While it's acceptable for the initial stages to be forgiving, I believe the difficulty should escalate in the later stages to keep the gameplay engaging and challenging.

Adding tougher levels and more varied objectives would inject the necessary complexity, though this minor issue doesn't significantly detract from the overall experience.

Is Rogue: Genesia Worth It?

One Bullet Hell of a Time!

At just $15, Rogue: Genesia offers over 300 hours of electrifying gameplay. This addictive bullet hell experience masterfully balances frantic mayhem with deep, evolving mechanics, appealing to both seasoned roguelite fans and newcomers alike. Its accessible design draws you in quickly, while a rich variety of challenges and strategic layers keeps you coming back for more.

Steam
Price		$14.99

Rogue: Genesia FAQ

How Many Modes are in Rogue: Genesia?

There are two modes: Rog’s Mode, the standard mode, and Survival Mode, where you fight through endless waves of enemies until you’re defeated.

Does Rogue: Genesia Support Mods?

Yes, the game supports mods, and you can switch between the normal and modded versions.

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Rogue: Genesia Product Information

Title	Rogue: Genesia
Release Date	March 08, 2025
Developer	Ouadi Huard
Publisher	Ouadi Huard ,Gamersky Games
Supported Platforms	PC
Genre	Roguelite, Bullet Hell
Number of Players	1
ESRB Rating	Not Rated
Official Website	Rogue: Genesia Website

Uriel Rodriguez

Writer | Gamer | Self-Proclaimed Digimon/Sujimon/Persona/Palworld/Pokémon Master