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The Rookery

94% positive · 105 Steam reviews · released Sep 12, 2024 · by Glyder Games

Chess Rogue-lite Turn-Based Tactics Turn-Based Strategy Strategy Tactical Singleplayer Rogue-like

What it likely sold — estimate, stated as a range on purpose

Lifetime units: ~4k (P10–P90: 1.6k – 8.8k)

Gross revenue: ~$32.6k (P10–P90: $13.1k – $71.8k)

Estimate, method v1.0 — before Steam's ~30% share, refunds and VAT. The band approximates where about 8 in 10 comparable games land in published studies; some sit outside it. Our own hit rate goes on the accuracy ledger once measured. How we estimate

Estimates are statistical inferences from public data. They are not sourced from Valve or the developer and may deviate materially from actual results. Do not rely on them for investment or contractual decisions. As of Oct 1, 2026.

Player voice — measured shares of Steam thumbs, never a model

Difficulty & balance86% positive · 22 mentions

“I grabbed the chess themed Humble Bundle this week, and this game alone is already worth the price of admission. The music and the art are both great. The roguelite elements don't feel as punishing or luck based as they tend to be in other…”Recommended · Steam review · Mar 2026 · 8 h played · Report / request removal

Content & longevity100% positive · 18 mentions

“It's very fun but I feel like the diffuculties for each new level should introduce some new ideas instead of just reducing your pieces and your moves. It hinders a bit the replayability because the runs feel somewhat similar.”Recommended · Steam review · Jun 2025 · 4 h played · Report / request removal

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Game DNA — store facts, community tag votes, labeled AI inference

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