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Command Deck

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100% User Score Based on 62 reviews

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Command Deck is a single player strategy game with a science fiction theme. It was developed by k-critical and was released on September 24, 2025. It received overwhelmingly positive reviews from players.

Command Deck is a sci-fi, turn-based roguelike where you command your starship using a deck of cards to navigate combat and strategy. As Captain of the Peregrine, you explore hostile territories, facing enemy ships controlled by rival decks while uncovering secrets of an ancient artifact. Tactical card play and deck disruption are key to surviving the dangerous Outer Reaches.

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100%
Audience ScoreBased on 62 reviews
graphics10 positive mentions
replayability3 negative mentions
  • Command Deck offers addictive gameplay with a solid foundation for a roguelike deckbuilder, featuring engaging mechanics and satisfying battles.
  • The game's visuals are praised for their retro sci-fi aesthetic, with beautiful ship designs and animations that enhance the overall experience.
  • Players appreciate the variety of strategies and synergies available, making each run feel unique and encouraging experimentation with different builds.
  • The game currently suffers from balancing issues, particularly with the final boss being overly difficult even on easier settings, which can lead to frustration.
  • Some players feel that the game lacks depth in terms of content, expressing a desire for more ships, augments, and longer runs to enhance replayability.
  • As it is still in early access, there are concerns about the game's potential repetitiveness and the need for additional mechanics to keep the gameplay fresh.
  • graphics
    18 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The graphics of the game have received high praise for their stunning retro sci-fi art style, effectively blending 80s CRT aesthetics with modern visuals. Players appreciate the charming design of the ships and animated battles, although some suggest that individual artwork for augments would enhance differentiation. Overall, the visuals are considered a standout feature, complementing the engaging gameplay and mechanics.

    • “As I said, the art style is awesome, a mix of retro sci-fi UI and really lovely and modern battle graphics.”
    • “Playing the game makes me feel like I've been transported back to the days of 8-bit computers, when small projects were well-thought-out and offered immense playability...and now all of this with stunning visuals.”
    • “The augments could use some individual artwork to tell them apart.”
    • “The graphics are a love letter to 80s CRT aesthetics and 60s sci-fi.”
    • “The pacing is just right, the cards allow for all sorts of builds, the movement of the ships is unique as if they're hanging from strings, and the retro aesthetic is a standout.”
  • gameplay
    15 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The gameplay is highly praised for its satisfying deckbuilding mechanics reminiscent of "Slay the Spire," featuring a well-structured loop and a variety of content even in its early stages. Players appreciate the depth of the mechanics, which are easy to understand yet complex enough to allow for creative experimentation with combinations. The overall experience is enhanced by a beautiful art style and a user-friendly interface, though some suggest that mission-based elements could further enrich the gameplay.

    • “Super satisfying gameplay.”
    • “It has satisfying deckbuilding gameplay similar to Slay the Spire.”
    • “The combinations you can set up are fun to experiment with and create a lot of unique gameplay.”
    • “Not saying this game needs that kind of perk-per-play mechanic; in fact, it would probably ruin the balance, but just beware if that's what you were expecting.”
    • “Adding mission-based gameplay could really expand the experience—like defending a sector from waves of enemy ships or assaulting a fortified space station full of turrets for rare loot.”
    • “Seemingly simple game mechanics that become pretty deep fast.”
  • replayability
    4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Overall, the game offers decent replayability despite its short length, with players expressing hope for future content to enhance this aspect. Unlocking new ships and customizing them with bonuses earned through objectives could significantly increase replay value. Additionally, the detailed maps contribute positively to the overall replay experience.

    • “Unlocking new ships or customizing your current one with specific bonuses earned through objectives would add tons of replay value.”
    • “I hope to see more content in the future, but it has decent replay value as it is.”
    • “It's a short game, but the replay value is high.”
    • “Replayability and map detail are lacking.”
  • story
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Reviewers express a desire for a more polished and balanced story experience, suggesting that the addition of mission-based gameplay could enhance the narrative. They envision scenarios such as defending sectors or assaulting fortified locations, which would provide depth and variety to the game's storytelling.

    • “With a bit more polish and balance, and maybe more story elements, crew interactions, and cards, this could be my new FTL.”
    • “With a bit more polish and balance, and maybe more story, crew, and cards, this could be my new FTL.”
    • “Adding mission-based gameplay could really expand the experience—like defending a sector from waves of enemy ships or assaulting a fortified space station full of turrets for rare loot.”
  • music
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The music in the game is well-received, enhancing the overall experience with its great synergies and nostalgic, old-school sci-fi vibes. Players appreciate the ability to relax and enjoy the soundtrack while engaging in gameplay without the stress of complex controls.

    • “Great synergies, good music, super good old-school sci-fi inspired graphics.”
    • “I like that I can just use my mouse only (too lazy for keyboard), and not be stressed with all the pausing and lining up weapons unlike FTL, so you can relax, listen to music, or do other stuff while playing this game.”
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Command Deck is a strategy game with science fiction theme.

Command Deck is available on PC, Mac OS and Windows.

Command Deck was released on September 24, 2025.

Command Deck was developed by k-critical.

Command Deck has received overwhelmingly positive reviews from players. Most players liked this game for its graphics but disliked it for its replayability.

Command Deck is a single player game.

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