Rogue Legacy – Starter Guide

Rogue Legacy, now available on several different consoles, is a fun rogue-like platformer. It has some pretty tough elements, so getting into the action can be a little rough for beginners. Luckily, we've got a few helpful hints to get you started. Whether you are a rogue-like pro or this is your first foray into the genre, check out these tips for Rogue Legacy and you'll be taking down the bosses like a champ in no time.

The Architect

When you feel like you are finally ready to take on the boss of an area, you can use the architect class to find the boss and lock down their location. The architect will remember the layout of the area for you. Just remember, with this class, you'll only earn 60% gold. However, you'll be able to teleport directly to the boss room, so you can be totally prepared for battle! Remember – you need to select the architect every time! Otherwise, the layout will reset and you'll need to rediscover the layout and find the boss again.

Become Familiar with the Controls

Whether you are playing on PC, PS4, Vita, or PS3, you want to become intimately familiar with the controls. The last thing you need is to forget something in the middle of a fight for your life! If you happen to be playing the game on PC, we highly recommend using a controller. Hook up a controller to the PC and set it up like you were using a Playstation controller for easier playing. 

Choose the Right Heir

You're going to die in this game – just a heads up. There's no avoiding it. But when you die, it's not your typical game over. Instead, you will choose an heir who carries on the adventure in place of the starting character. There will be several different heirs you can choose from each time you perish. Choose the right class for your play style and current objective.

Get All the Gold

Gold is one of the most important things you need in this game. You need it to upgrade your character's HP and MP and to buy them new equipment. Make sure you always collect as much gold as possible. Your first few runs through the area should probably be solely focus on collecting gold in order to upgrade your adventurer, because when you first start off you won't really be strong enough to do much of anything else! Don't even think about challenging a boss before getting enough gold to upgrade your character and replace their equipment.

Upgrades

After you choose a new heir, you will be able to upgrade your new character. You can exchange gold for HP and MP upgrades, and you can unlock special NPCs who sell upgraded items and perform new services for your heir. You should spend as much gold as you have available when you get a new heir so that your character will be as powerful as possible before you re-enter the castle and resume your adventure. 

Use Caution

Use caution in this game, or any rogue game you play! Never rush into an area, and plan ahead. If you see an area with higher level enemies, go the other way. Don't charge ahead. Use caution and have patience. Work smarter and take your time; this way, you'll last longer.