Game Overview
A living storybook turns hostile in Roguebook, a polished roguelike deckbuilder set in the colorful fantasy universe of Faeria. Two heroes become trapped between its enchanted pages, where every run redraws the path toward dangerous encounters, treasure, merchants, and brutal bosses. The mood balances vibrant illustrated fantasy with the creeping menace of a book that actively wants its readers dead. Its biggest draw is the party-based card combat, which asks you to build around two characters rather than a single familiar archetype.
Each expedition begins by choosing a hero pair, then shaping their separate decks through battles, rewards, relics, and permanent abilities. Combat is turn-based and built around careful energy use, damage timing, defense, status effects, and the position of each hero in the front or rear line. Cards can be upgraded, duplicated, removed, and combined with gems that add new effects, allowing a seemingly ordinary attack or spell to become the foundation of a powerful build. Outside fights, magical ink and a painting brush reveal the map piece by piece, giving exploration a satisfying tactical angle: spend resources to uncover safer routes, chase elite rewards, or risk a shortcut toward the next boss.
Roguebook stands apart from many deckbuilders through its flexible map-painting system and its emphasis on hero pair synergies. A defensive warrior can shield a fragile spellcaster, for example, while aggressive combinations can stack damage effects or exploit rapid card cycling. The Richard Garfield connection shows in the game’s enthusiasm for surprising card interactions, although runs can become demanding when unlucky draws meet late-game enemies. Fans of Slay the Spire, Monster Train, and Faeria should find plenty to enjoy, especially if they want a more visual, party-focused take on the genre. It welcomes newcomers with clear fundamentals, but its relic, gem, and deck-construction possibilities give experienced deckbuilding players strong reasons to keep experimenting.
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Installation
- Click the green button below to be redirected to UploadHaven.
- Wait 15 seconds, then hit “Free Download.” (Free downloads may be slower — upgrade to UploadHaven Pro for faster speeds.)
- Once downloaded, right-click the .zip file and choose “Extract to Roguebook.” (You’ll need 7-Zip for this.)
- Open the extracted folder and run the game as administrator.
- Enjoy! 🎮 If you see missing DLL errors, check the _Redist folder inside and install what’s needed.
System Requirements
- OS: Windows 7
- Processor: Intel Core i5-650 | AMD Phenom II X4 965
- Memory: 6 GB RAM
- Graphics: Nvidia GeForce GTX 650, 1 GB | AMD Radeon HD HD 6950, 2 GB
- DirectX: Version 11
- Network: Broadband Internet connection
- Storage: 3 GB available space
Setup Guide & Troubleshooting
How do I fix missing DLL errors for Roguebook (v1.10.15.1 & ALL DLC)?
After extracting Roguebook (v1.10.15.1 & ALL DLC), navigate to the _Redist or _CommonRedist folder inside the game directory and install DirectX, Vcredist, and any other dependencies included.
What should I do if the downloaded file is corrupted?
The full archive is 1.66 GB — make sure your download completed fully before extracting. Use 7-Zip to extract the files. If you still see a "file corrupted" error, re-download and try again.
Why should I run the game as administrator?
Right-click the game executable and select "Run as Administrator" to avoid save file issues and permission errors. This is especially important on the first launch.
How do I update my GPU drivers for this game?
The game won't launch — what should I try?
This game requires Version 11. Try running in compatibility mode, install the latest DirectX runtime, or install the All-in-One VC Redist Package.
My antivirus is blocking the game — is it safe?
Antivirus false positives are common with pre-installed games. Temporarily pause your antivirus during extraction to prevent it from quarantining game files. You can re-enable it after the extraction completes.