Rogue Point

Rogue Point is a tactical roguelike shooter blending elements from Rainbow Six, Payday, and other tactical games, offering both solo and co-op PvE gameplay. Players engage in multi-mission campaigns, completing objectives and facing extraction waves. The game features a progression system with weapon unlocks, perks, and randomized gear, wrapped in a neon-themed art style. While the core gameplay loop is engaging and gunplay is praised for its punchy feel, the game is still in early access and shows significant rough edges.

Players appreciate the tactical shooter inspiration combined with roguelike elements, but many highlight an identity crisis between slow-paced tactical play and faster arcade-style action. The AI can be inconsistent, enemies sometimes feel like bullet sponges, and the pacing is often rushed due to strict timers. Performance issues, limited content, and bugs also affect the experience, but the developers are actively updating and listening to community feedback. Overall, Rogue Point shows promise but requires more polish and content to fully realize its potential.

Highlights

Players praise Rogue Point's engaging gunplay with satisfying weapon feel and animations. The tactical mission structure and roguelike progression system add depth and replayability. The game's art style and graphics receive positive remarks for cohesiveness and aesthetic. Co-op gameplay is especially enjoyable, with many recommending playing with friends. The game’s price point is considered reasonable for early access, and the developers’ responsiveness to community feedback is appreciated. The mixture of tactical and arcade elements creates a unique experience reminiscent of Rainbow Six Vegas and Payday’s terrorist hunt mode.

Criticisms

Common criticisms focus on the game’s unclear identity, caught between tactical and arcade shooter styles, leading to inconsistent pacing and gameplay. The enemy AI is often described as janky or overly aggressive, with enemies exhibiting inhuman accuracy and poor stealth mechanics. Timers and extraction waves are seen as frustrating, limiting stealth viability. Gunplay recoil and aiming feel floaty or inconsistent. The perk system is considered unbalanced, with a few dominant perks overshadowing others. Performance issues, bugs, limited maps, and repetitive voice lines detract from immersion. Solo play is notably more difficult and less enjoyable than co-op, and the economy and loot systems feel underdeveloped.