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A C/C++ roguelike library with terminal rendering, FOV, paths, noise, randomness, and Python bindings.

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Genre-focused algorithms and examples let indies spend time on levels, systems, and content.

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Find engines, frameworks, code libraries, version control, and production automation.

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It is not a full engine; modern UI, animation, and platform shipping require SDL or another framework.

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