Hello, gentle readers, and welcome to the RPG Reload, the weekly feature where we sometimes accidentally call Jenny when we want to play a roguelite. Each week, we take a look at an RPG from the App Store's past to see how it's held up over time. It's a chance to revisit the classics, reflect on their place in the overall tapestry, or simply to take a deeper dive than our reviews typically allow for. As the captain on the bridge, I try to choose a balanced selection of games from week to week to reflect the diversity in the genre. If you feel like I'm missing anything, you can let me know by commenting below, posting in the Official RPG Reload Club thread in the forums, or by tweeting me at @RPGReload. The schedule is planned pretty far in advance, so you might not see your suggested title soon, but it will be added to the master list.
Okay, yes, I know. 868-HACK [$4.99] isn't really an RPG at all. It's fairly abstract even taken as a roguelike/lite. Allow me to present my case. First, like many roguelikes, within each game your character does indeed become more powerful and gains access to new abilities. Second, I needed something light on the schedule to juggle during my half-vacation. Third, I just wanted to write about it. So here we are! Honestly, in spite of its bizarre look and initially confusing mechanics, I think 868-HACK's focus on turn-based strategy and balancing advancement against risk hold a lot of appeal for RPG fans. It's the perfect thing to keep on your...