Indie Developer Cellar Door Games Releases Rogue Legacy Source Code
Cellar Door Games, in a move to promote knowledge sharing, has made the source code for its popular 2013 roguelike, Rogue Legacy, freely available online. The announcement, made via Twitter (X), directs users to a GitHub repository containing the game's scripting. The code is released under a special, non-commercial license, allowing for personal use and study.
The GitHub repository is managed by developer Ethan Lee, known for his contributions to other indie game source code releases. The decision has been met with widespread praise from the gaming community, offering valuable learning opportunities for aspiring game developers.
This open-source release also serves as a preservation effort, ensuring the game's continued accessibility even if it's removed from digital storefronts. The announcement even caught the attention of the Rochester Museum of Play's Director of Digital Preservation, who expressed interest in collaboration.
While the source code is freely available, the game's assets (artwork, music, and icons) remain under proprietary license. Cellar Door Games clarifies that the intent is to facilitate learning, inspire new projects, and enable the creation of tools and modifications for Rogue Legacy. Those wishing to distribute work outside the license terms or use assets not included in the repository are encouraged to contact the developers.
