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Re:Xs of Y – roguelike that names itself every run. Written ... by deathanatos on Wednesday May 13, 2026 @01:47PM (#48125101)
While I can see perhaps a claim of "inspiration", when I put Brogue & this side-by-side, while artistically there is similarity, I wouldn't say "copied".

Brouge isn't the only rouge-like with LoS mechanics.

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Re:Xs of Y – roguelike that names itself every run. Written ... by marcingas on Wednesday May 13, 2026 @01:57PM (#48125236)
Brogue is insanely well balanced and ingeniously designed. XsofY is a mere tribute ;)
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Re:Xs of Y – roguelike that names itself every run. Written ... by protocolture on Wednesday May 13, 2026 @09:47PM (#48130191)
Sounds like its close to red.
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