Classic ASCII game NetHack debuts version 5.0 just 11 years after last major release

NetHack version 5.0 has been released, 11 years after its last major release, with new features and improvements, including compliance with the C99 standard and added accessibility features. The game is a classic ASCII roguelike that originated from Rogue and has been kept alive since its 1987 debut. The new version introduces new monsters, gameplay changes, and a graphical interface for Windows.