Grant McCann's men trailed at the break but super-sub Billy Sharp - on his swansong DN4 appearance - earned a share of the spoils.
The visitors went in front after less than ten minutes when Matty Phillips volleyed home from outside the area. Moments earlier Owen Bailey had missed a glorious chance for Rovers when he planted a header wide from inside the box.
The rest of the half was a pretty low-key affair although Phillips tried his luck again from outside the area only for Thimothee Lo-Tutala to get right behind it. Bailey blazed over as Rovers, spurred on by a triple change at half-time, came out roaring and two of those subs then combined to level matters.
Sharp, in his final home game after announcing this week that he will depart this summer, was in the right place a yard out to tap home after excellent wing work from Hakeeb Adelakun. The hosts had some chances to win it but ultimately spoils were shared.
Here's our ratings for the Rovers players this lunchtime:
5. Sean Grehan 5
Like Pearson, had a few dicey moments but did register Rovers' first attempt on target, albeit a tame effort from close-range. Off at the break. Photo: Howard Roe/AHPIX LTD
6. Jack Senior 7
Another tenacious showing, first in a wing-back role and later in his traditional full-back position. Booked harshly for what looked a superb tackle. Photo: Howard Roe/AHPIX LTD
7. Darren Robinson 6
Handed his maiden league start and settled quickly. A couple of nice passes and interceptions to stub out danger. Took a whack second half just prior to him being subbed off. Photo: Howard Roe/AHPIX LTD
8. Owen Bailey 7
Planted a header wide in a glorious early chance, prior to Stevenage's goal. Had other opportunities throughout in another determined display in the engine room. Photo: Howard Roe/AHPIX LTD