Indie Game Developer Cellar Door Games Releases Rogue Legacy 1 Source Code
Cellar Door Games, the indie developer behind the popular 2013 roguelike Rogue Legacy, has made a generous contribution to the gaming community: they've released the game's source code for free. The announcement, made via Twitter (now X), states the move is driven by a desire to share knowledge and foster game development learning.
The source code, available on GitHub under a non-commercial license, allows for personal use and study. This initiative is managed by developer Ethan Lee, known for his work porting other indie games to Linux. The release has been met with widespread praise, offering opportunities for aspiring game developers to learn from a successful title.
Preservation of the game is another key benefit. Making the code publicly accessible safeguards Rogue Legacy against potential future delistings or unavailability on digital storefronts. This move has even garnered interest from the Rochester Museum of Play, with their Director of Digital Preservation suggesting a partnership.
It's important to note that while the source code is free, the game's assets (art, music, and icons) remain under a proprietary license and are not included. However, Cellar Door Games encourages contact for those interested in using assets outside the license terms or incorporating elements not included in the released code. The developer's GitHub page emphasizes the intention for the code to inspire learning, new projects, and the creation of tools and modifications for Rogue Legacy 1.
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