Saving your character

Closing the game saves your character. E-mail moria@rufe.org if you ever lose progress.

Input / Controls

Each input has two functions, primary and secondary. For example, the directional pad (dpad) primary function is walk. The dpad secondary function is run. The left button (red) primary function is inventory, while secondary is text history. The right button (green) primary function is context sensitive: pick up objects, enter the staircase, search for traps, or enter a town store. The right button secondary mode is to repeat last inventory command (for repeat digging, or wand zapping). When presented with a menu, green button confirms a choice while red button is cancellation.

Physical Technique

Tap the screen with a single finger to access primary functions. Use two fingers on the screen to access secondary functions. For me, I hold the center of the dpad with my left hand, and tap the buttons on the right. When running, I hold the area below green button with one hand, and tap the dpad using the left.

Other Touch Sensitive Areas

The gameplay area primary function is look at an object or monster. The gameplay area secondary function is to adjust camera zoom.

Players stats may be examined in detail with single tap.

A fullscreen dungeon map is available by tapping the minimap.

A advance game options menu button is next to the minimap and on the right. Options include allowing you to rest, reset the dungeon, or reset the game. The secondary function of the dpad center also displays advanced game options.

A run/walk toggle is next to the menu button. Run mode is equivalent to holding one finger against the touch screen. This improves one handed play, and discoverability of modes.

Orientation Lock (Landscape / Portrait)

Advanced Game Options->Extra Features submenu provides an orientation (rotation) lock. Hold the device in the desired orientation: portrait or landscape. Enable the lock to preserve this orientation. This option is global (all characters) and persistent.

Inventory and Equipment

• The inventory command may also view equipment using dpad left/right. Activating a wielded weapon moves it to off-hand. Activating other equipment remove it from your body.
• To toggle inventory drop mode, use dpad left from inventory or dpad right from equipment. You may drop inventory or equipment.
• You may force the sorting of items in your inventory by using the gameplay area secondary input while viewing your inventory.
• You may view details of an inventory item by tapping dpad center.

Special Situations

• You may delete a character after resetting the game. On the character selection screen, tap the red button. You will be asked for confirmation.
• Death tombstone allows access to text history or a view of the game board at the time of your death.

What is this -more- text?

Tapping the center of the dpad is an acknowledgement of gameplay transitions, more events are about to occur! Preserving this mechanic keeps the gambling vibe of original moria, drawing your attention to special events like a critical strike or a spell being cast.