So recently, I've been playing a few rougelike video games on Steam. There are a lot of them on there (among other things) and the general idea of it is to be an RPG set in a dungeon where everything is or can be procedurally generated and death is permanent. Sounds like the sort of game you would play if you are into games like the Dark Souls series, which are not for the faint-hearted and are really unforgivable. So this game is a rougelike game and seeing as it's currently on sale on Steam, no better time than now to play it. So let's take a look:
Players start playing as one of four predetermined characters, which sets various attributes for the player going forward. Actions are based on what a card says in this game, where the main goal for each level is to work through them as they are part of one big spire filled with a branch of encounters and bosses. Encounters are not just enemies, but also campfires for your character to heal at and upgrade attributes, as well as shops to purchase things and chests containing loot. As is with many RPGs, every battle is turn based, with all characters involved given a set number of cards to use when it's their turn. Every card uses up energy, so choose wisely on what you the player want to do in battle. Any unplayed cards are quickly discarded, and all cards vary depending on the character chosen at the beginning. Generally you are given battle cards, buff and debuff cards and power cards. If a player dies, you start at the beginning of the spire. Yes, it's that unforgivable. But on the other hand, the more battles and encounters you do and survive, the more loot you get. Strategy is key to succeed, but don't be afraid to try different combinations as you go.
This is a pretty good game. It manages to combine the ideals of cards and rougelike games together to form this solid game. It's nothing that I haven't played before, but for what it is, it's darn good. But be warned, only play this if you are up for the challenge that lies ahead. 9/10
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