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MidBoss

Turn-based dungeon roguelike where you take over defeated monsters' bodies

Kitsune Games · Released May 25, 2017

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Reviews
Very Positive
83% of 223
Recent reviews
Not enough recent
Players
0
daily peak, Oct 30, 2026
Steam Deck
Playable
Last update on Steam
7 years ago
Mar 16, 2019
Minimum PC
OpenGL 3.0+ support (2.1 …
1 GB RAM · 0.3 GB disk
Full requirements

What is MidBoss?

An isometric, turn-based roguelike about a bullied imp trying to replace the dungeon's final boss. You descend through procedurally generated floors, fight monsters, and possess their bodies to use their strengths and skills.

For you if...

  • +you like dungeon loot, mystery potions, and cursed equipment
  • +you want a choice between permadeath and unlimited lives

Not for you if...

  • −you prefer real-time action over turn-based dungeon exploration

What players say

83% of 223 reviews are positive

Players praise the ability combinations and how changing bodies alters combat strategy. Common complaints focus on repetitive early floors, limited monster variety, and the time spent rebuilding strength after death.

Screenshots and trailer

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MidBoss system requirements

Minimum: OpenGL 3.0+ support (2.1 …, 1 GB RAM, 0.3 GB of disk space.

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Minimum

OS
Windows XP (Service Pack 3)
Processor
Dual Core 2.0 GHz
Graphics
OpenGL 3.0+ support (2.1 with ARB extensions acceptable)
Memory
1 GB RAM
Storage
300 MB available space

Does MidBoss have co-op or multiplayer?

No: single-player only, no multiplayer modes declared.

Does MidBoss run on Steam Deck?

Playable Playable: it runs on Steam Deck with some adjustments.

  • Sometimes shows mouse, keyboard or non-Deck controller icons
  • All functionality is accessible with the default controller configuration
  • In-game text is legible on Steam Deck
  • Default graphics settings perform well on Steam Deck

PC version details

DRM
None declared on Steam
Controller
Keyboard and mouse
Platforms
Windows, macOS, Linux
Achievements
22
Steam features
Cloud saves, Family Sharing, Trading cards
Languages
Text only: English.

Does MidBoss use AI-generated content?

No AI-generated content is disclosed on the game's Steam page.

Self-reported by the developer under Steam rules: it covers AI content that ships in the game, not tools used to make it. Steam page checked on Oct 27, 2026. How to filter AI games on Steam

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Recent updates

1 DLC available.

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