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Cards & Crystals

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61%Game Brain Score
humor, music
gameplay, story
100% User Score Based on 12 reviews

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Cards & Crystals is a single player role playing game. It was developed by Falko Michael Kötter and was released on May 25, 2020. It received overwhelmingly positive reviews from players.

Match3 meets Trading Cards Cards & Crystals combines the match-three, RPG and trading card genres into a delicious mix. The result is a fast-paced puzzle/strategy game. Explore the wild world of Relegatia and fight your way up the top, until you’re mighty enough to defeat dragons and gods. Collect cards and booster packs by playing the game – not by paying. Level up your heroes, choose the bes…

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100%
Audience ScoreBased on 12 reviews
humor5 positive mentions
story3 negative mentions
  • Unique combination of match-3 and card game mechanics that offers engaging gameplay and strategic depth.
  • Charming pixel art and humorous writing add personality and charm to the game.
  • In-depth story and character customization options enhance replayability and player investment.
  • Controls can be frustrating, with issues in the click-and-drag mechanic affecting gameplay.
  • RNG elements can lead to frustrating experiences, as luck can heavily influence outcomes.
  • Slow card draw and turn pacing can hinder gameplay flow, making battles feel drawn out at times.
  • gameplay
    16 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The gameplay is a unique blend of match-3 puzzle mechanics and card game elements, offering a strategic depth while remaining accessible and straightforward. Players engage with a click-and-drag mechanic to interact with various elements, although some users noted issues with its responsiveness. Overall, the game is praised for its charming presentation and humor, making it an enjoyable experience for fans of both genres.

    • “The gameplay is a mix of match-3 puzzle games and a card game.”
    • “A charming game with a good sense of humor that combines match-3 mechanics with deckbuilding and creates a fairly unique combination that offers certain depth while keeping the gameplay simple and straightforward.”
    • “Despite the relative simplicity of match-3 mechanics and the potential complexity of deckbuilding, this game manages to combine the two quite well, without alienating fans of either genre.”
    • “The click-and-drag mechanic for the crystals doesn’t always grab all of the ones that I dragged over.”
    • “Despite the relative simplicity of match 3 mechanics and the potential complexity of deckbuilding, this game manages to combine the two quite well, without alienating fans of either genre.”
    • “There is a complex strategy game here which is an interesting dichotomy to the typical, relaxing gameplay of a match-3 game.”
  • story
    7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game features an unexpectedly in-depth story for a roguelike, with impressive world-building and entertaining lore that enhances the gameplay experience. Players encounter various opponents, each with their own mini backstories, adding depth to the overall narrative.

    • “Roguelikes usually don’t have a story, which is why I was pleasantly surprised to find that this one did.”
    • “Then I became even more surprised to find that this game has an in-depth story and great world-building.”
    • “During the game, you will fight opponent after opponent, all coming from different parts of the world, each with their own mini backstory.”
    • “She is quite entertaining and an enjoyable way to add in snippets of lore or backstory.”
    • “Deep story”
  • graphics
    5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The graphics feature a cute pixel art style with chibi characters, though they may not impress those seeking more dynamic visuals like screen shaking or glowing effects. While some users find the graphics lacking, they prioritize gameplay over aesthetics.

    • “The graphics are comprised of pixel art that looks cute, with everything styled in a way that makes the characters appear adorable and chibi.”
    • “If you play match 3 for exciting visuals where the screen shakes and gems begin glowing hard when you link a huge chain, you might not get that here.”
    • “The graphics aren't great, but I'm more interested in the gameplay, and the rules are very basic and easy to learn.”
  • humor
    5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The humor in the game is well-received, described as charming and on point, effectively enhancing the gameplay experience. Players appreciate the clever integration of humor within the card descriptions and the overall match 3 mechanics, which adds depth while maintaining simplicity. Overall, the game successfully combines humor with its unique gameplay elements, making it an enjoyable experience.

    • “The humor is on point, and it seems to be a lot of lore sprinkled through the card descriptions.”
    • “A charming game with a good sense of humor that combines match-3 mechanics with deckbuilding, creating a fairly unique combination that offers certain depth while keeping the gameplay simple and straightforward.”
    • “Match 3 and cards + campaign + humor = a well-made match-3 game with deckbuilding.”
  • music
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The music in the game features enjoyable chiptunes that create a soothing atmosphere during battles, complemented by a diverse range of tracks. Players appreciate the fun details and the engaging personality of the AI, enhancing the overall experience.

    • “The sound is fine, and the music is comprised of pretty enjoyable chiptunes that are soothing to listen to during battle.”
    • “I love the sassy AI, the fun details, and the diverse music.”
  • grinding
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be somewhat tedious, especially when switching between heroes that do not gain experience passively. However, when the gameplay aligns favorably, the grind can lead to a highly satisfying experience.

    • “As far as I saw, other heroes do not gain experience passively, which might make it grindy if you feel like swapping heroes and playing the game with a different color focus from time to time.”
    • “It's grindy at times, but with all cylinders firing and RNG going your way, it's incredibly satisfying.”
  • optimization
    1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The optimization of the game has received mixed feedback, with some users praising its performance while others report various bugs that hinder gameplay. Overall, while the game runs smoothly for many, there are notable issues that need addressing to enhance the overall experience.

  • replayability
    1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Players note that the option to choose from different starting characters enhances the game's replayability, providing varied experiences with each playthrough.

    • “You also have a choice of starting characters, which adds significant replay value.”
    • “The game features multiple endings based on your decisions, encouraging you to play through again.”
    • “With various paths and choices to explore, each playthrough feels fresh and engaging.”
    • “The game offers a choice of starting characters, but it doesn't significantly enhance replay value.”
    • “Once you've completed the main storyline, there's little incentive to play through again.”
    • “The lack of meaningful choices and consequences makes replaying the game feel redundant.”
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Cards & Crystals is a role playing game.

Cards & Crystals is available on PC and Windows.

Cards & Crystals was released on May 25, 2020.

Cards & Crystals was developed by Falko Michael Kötter.

Cards & Crystals has received overwhelmingly positive reviews from players. Most players liked this game for its humor but disliked it for its gameplay.

Cards & Crystals is a single player game.

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