Cellar Door Games, the indie developer behind the acclaimed 2013 roguelike "Rogue Legacy," has generously released the game's source code to the public. This initiative, driven by a commitment to knowledge sharing, allows anyone to download and utilize the code for free, fostering learning and innovation within the game development community.
Cellar Door Games Opens Rogue Legacy's Source Code
Game Assets Remain Proprietary, but Collaboration is Encouraged
The announcement, made via Twitter (now X), directs users to a GitHub repository containing the complete scripting for Rogue Legacy 1. The code is available under a specialized, non-commercial license, permitting personal use and study. This act of generosity has been widely praised, offering invaluable learning opportunities for aspiring game developers.
The GitHub repository is managed by Ethan Lee, a developer and Linux porter known for his contributions to other indie game source code releases. The release also addresses concerns about game preservation, ensuring continued accessibility even if the game is removed from digital storefronts. This proactive approach has garnered interest from the Rochester Museum of Play, with its Director of Digital Preservation suggesting a potential partnership.
It's important to note that while the source code is freely available, game assets such as art, graphics, and music remain under proprietary license and are not included. However, Cellar Door Games encourages contact for those interested in using assets beyond the scope of the provided license or incorporating elements not included in the repository. The developer's stated goal is to inspire new projects, facilitate the creation of tools, and enable modifications for Rogue Legacy 1.
