Cubic Cosmos

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Cubic Cosmos is a single player strategy game. It was developed by Inkstone Atelier and was released on September 16, 2025. It received very positive reviews from players.

Roadmap About the GameCubic Cosmos combines roguelike deck building with fast-paced tower defense gameplay. Build an unstoppable army of pawns, chain together massive combos, and enjoy endless possibilities! Mix and Match Countless Exciting Strategies Create an army of unstoppable pawns and build up their attributes to beat down the strongest of bosses! Chain together abilities to unleash…

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93%

Audience ScoreBased on 73 reviews

gameplay6 positive mentions

grinding3 negative mentions

The game offers a fun and engaging deck-building experience with a variety of heroes and card mechanics that allow for creative strategies and powerful combos.
The artwork and animations are visually appealing, enhancing the overall enjoyment of the gameplay.
Players appreciate the fast-paced nature of the game, which allows for quick runs and satisfying moments of scaling and overpowering enemies.

The game can feel repetitive and easy, with some players able to complete the hardest difficulty without much challenge, leading to a lack of long-term engagement.
There are several UI and tutorial issues, such as unclear card classifications and mechanics, which can lead to confusion during gameplay.
The game is still in early access and feels unfinished, with some mechanics lacking depth and balance, particularly in the later stages of play.

gameplay
15 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay of Cubic Cosmos is praised for its innovative mechanics, particularly the unique "monsters attack from back to front" system and deep card interactions reminiscent of titles like Inscryption. While the initial learning curve can be steep, players find the core loop engaging and rewarding, with a variety of unlocks and strategies that enhance replayability. Overall, the game combines classic elements with fresh ideas, resulting in a fun and satisfying experience.
- “The gameplay has card modifier mechanics I have not seen since Inscryption.”
- “Cubic Cosmos introduces an innovative 'monsters attack from back to front' mechanic.”
- “The gameplay is new; no two runs are the same, building your deck goes wild... a lot of fun!”
- “I'm fairly new to roguelike card builders, and it took me a while to start unpacking the game's mechanics, especially when it comes to how the cards interact with each other.”
- “But so far it is just one hero at first, finishing the same fights to unlock the next, using a mechanic which seems heavily inspired by other games.”
- “Definitely push through the first 10-30 minutes if you don't immediately click with the format and gameplay as there are tons of unlocks and new game dynamics introduced as you beat levels.”
graphics
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics of the game are widely praised for their stunning visuals and top-notch artwork, with many users highlighting the impressive art style and effects that elevate the overall experience. However, some feel that while the art is appealing, it may be overwhelming at times and not entirely sufficient to compensate for other aspects of the game.
- “The artwork is top-notch; it has the speed and pacing of a game that I like.”
- “Stunning visuals, as in top-tier CCG visuals, from art to effects.”
- “I have personally been waiting for a card game with visuals like this for years.”
- “The art style isn't good enough to excuse all that.”
- “Genai artwork not disclosed.”
grinding
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be somewhat excessive, suggesting that it may require more repetitive tasks than they would prefer.
- “The game feels excessively grindy, making progress feel tedious.”
- “I found myself stuck in a never-ending grind, which took away from the enjoyment.”
- “The amount of grinding required to level up is overwhelming and frustrating.”
replayability
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players express enthusiasm for future content updates, anticipating that these will enhance build options and overall replayability of the game.
- “I'm very excited for future content updates to enhance the build potentials and replayability.”
- “The variety of choices and paths in the game makes me want to replay it multiple times.”
- “Each playthrough feels fresh due to the different strategies and character builds I can explore.”
- “Very excited for future content updates to flesh out the build potentials and replayability.”
stability
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Users report that the Steam Deck's controls exhibit some bugs that require refinement, and there are instances, such as a boss effect, that can cause the unit to freeze unexpectedly during gameplay.
- “The Steam Deck controls are a bit buggy and need to be refined.”
- “There was a boss effect that freezes the unit, but I did not notice it until halfway through the fight.”
story
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Users suggest that the appeal of roguelikes lies more in their randomness and gameplay mechanics than in their story, indicating that narrative elements may not be the primary focus for players in this genre.