Rogue Signal Protocol

Version 0.8.0 Alpha - A coffee break cyberspace stealth roguelike built with Python and TCOD

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Documentation

Choose your path:

Comprehensive Wiki (All Game Knowledge)

Visit the Wiki - Complete game encyclopedia including:

• Gameplay mechanics and systems
• All 26 achievements and how to unlock them
• Complete enemy, exploit, and item databases
• Status effects, code hacks, and progression guides
• UI/HUD explanations and settings reference
• Keybindings and inspection system guides

For Players

README.txt - Game instructions, controls, and gameplay guide

For Developers, Modders & Contributors

README_DEV.md - Complete developer guide including:

• Building from source
• Testing and development workflow
• Modding and JSON configuration
• Code architecture and TCOD gotchas
• Contributing guidelines
• Asset creation

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Quick Overview

Rogue Signal Protocol is a traditional turn-based coffee break stealth roguelike where you play as an escaped digital consciousness navigating hostile corporate networks. Quick 10-15 minute runs with permadeath - each death teaches lessons, each run reveals more truth.

Key Features

• Deterministic Gameplay (no RNG): Pure skill-based tactical decisions, no luck involved
• Enemy Movement Prediction: See each enemy's next 3 planned moves for tactical planning
• 3 Procedurally-Generated Network Levels: 8 unique enemy types, 13 exploits, and distinct AI behaviors
• Dual Rendering Modes: Switch between graphical sprites or classic ASCII/Unicode glyphs

Additional Features:

• Blind Spot Stealth - Hide in shadows to avoid detection and manage heat levels
• Dynamic Threat System - High detection spawns the Admin Avatar boss with perfect tracking
• Achievement System - Persistent tracking across runs with unlockable challenges
• Rich Narrative - 20+ story fragments persist across runs, revealing the Project Chimera conspiracy
• Full Polish - Atmospheric music, 40+ sound effects, particle explosions, keyboard/mouse support

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Screenshots

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Community & Links

Join the community and stay connected:

• Discord: https://discord.gg/5fykUtECqz - Share feedback, stories, and ideas
• Itch.io: https://dragynrain.itch.io/rogue-signal-protocol - Download and follow development
• GitHub: https://github.com/Dragynrain/RogueSignalProtocol/ - Source code and issues
• Email: [email protected] - Direct contact

Share your:

• Epic runs and close calls
• Ideas for features or improvements
• Bug reports
• Fan art and mods

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Quick Start

For Players (Pre-built Executable)

Download the latest release:

• Itch.io (recommended)
• GitHub Releases (alternative)

Windows SmartScreen Warning

When running the executable for the first time, Windows may display a "Windows protected your PC" warning from Windows Defender SmartScreen. This is normal for unsigned executables.

The game is safe to run. This warning appears because:

• The executable is not digitally signed with a code signing certificate
• Code signing certificates cost hundreds of dollars annually
• As an indie game, it's not cost-effective to purchase one

To run the game:

1. Click "More info" on the SmartScreen warning
2. Click "Run anyway"

The warning may appear again if you download a new version or move the file to a different location.

Linux (Including Steam Deck)

Linux builds are available from GitHub Releases.

To run:

1. Download and extract RogueSignalProtocol-linux.tar.gz
2. Make the binary executable: chmod +x RogueSignalProtocol
3. Run: ./RogueSignalProtocol

Steam Deck: The game runs natively in Desktop Mode. Add as a non-Steam game for Gaming Mode. Resolution (1280x800) matches the Deck's screen perfectly.

Requirements: SDL2, SDL2_ttf, SDL2_mixer (usually pre-installed on modern distros).

For Developers (From Source)

1. Clone the repository

   git clone https://github.com/Dragynrain/RogueSignalProtocol.git
   cd RogueSignalProtocol

2. Set up virtual environment

   python -m venv .venv
   # Windows:
   .venv\Scripts\activate
   # Linux/macOS:
   source .venv/bin/activate

3. Install dependencies

   pip install -r requirements.txt

4. Run the game

   python RogueSignalProtocol.py

See README_DEV.md for complete development setup, testing, and building instructions.

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Contributing

We welcome contributions! See README_DEV.md for:

• How to contribute
• Development workflow
• Testing requirements
• Code guidelines

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License

MIT License - Free and Open Source Software

This permissive license allows maximum freedom for both personal and commercial use. See LICENSE for details.

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Author

Adam Forster (@Dragynrain)

Contact: [email protected]

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Credits

• Design & Programming: Adam Forster
• Engine: Python + TCOD (libtcod)
• Font: KreativeSquare by Kreative Software
• Graphics: AI-generated sprites (Stable Diffusion, curated & edited)
• Audio: AI-generated music & SFX (AudioCraft, curated & edited)

Copyright (C) 2025 Adam Forster