Dark Table CCG

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Dark Table CCG is a multiplayer strategy game. It was developed by Doonamai, LLC and was released on November 17, 2023. It received mostly positive reviews from players.

A NEW SPECIES OF DIGITAL CCG Dark Table CCG is multiplayer card gaming re-imagined: Free-to-play, online 4-player, streamlined deck-building, and more customization that matters. We listened to everything card gamers desperately want, that AAA is not providing, and built it into an experience that will be unparalleled. Set in a grim Lovecraftian theme, Dark Table brings a unique strategic exper…

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Audience ScoreBased on 58 reviews

gameplay5 positive mentions

stability1 negative mentions

Unique 4-player multiplayer mode adds strategic depth and social interaction, setting it apart from traditional 1v1 CCGs.
Deep and strategic gameplay with diverse card mechanics and deck-building options, appealing to both new and veteran players.
Active and responsive developers continuously update the game, showing dedication to improvement and community engagement.

Lack of players and difficulty finding matches hamper the multiplayer experience; matchmaking system and reliance on Epic account are problematic.
User interface and tutorial system are clunky or insufficient, causing confusion and a steep learning curve for newcomers.
Monetization model is costly and restrictive, with physical card ownership limiting deck flexibility and expensive premium bundles.

gameplay
15 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay is praised for its unique and strategic mechanics that are easy to learn yet offer depth for long-term experimentation, appealing to both beginners and advanced players. The four-player format and card customization add fresh elements, setting it apart from typical card games. While most find the mechanics engaging and addictive, a few note that the game could improve in delivering a stronger overall feel.
- “This game brings a unique gameplay that sets it apart from all others; there is way more strategy than meets the eye.”
- “The artwork is awesome and the gameplay is simple enough that it's quick to pick up, but deep enough to play for hours, experimenting with different combinations and strategies.”
- “Unique mechanics that I haven't experienced in most other CCGs breathed some fresh air into a genre that I had lost interest in.”
- “The mechanics, should you get to actually play, seem to be pretty standard dudebasher stuff rather than anything political or social.”
- “Mechanics aren't great, there is no proper feeling with this game.”
- “The mechanics of dark table are built for four-players.”
graphics
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's artwork is praised for its quality and originality, featuring hand-designed graphics rather than AI-generated art. The visuals are engaging and detailed, encouraging players to explore and appreciate card designs. However, performance on integrated graphics can be poor, affecting playability despite appealing backgrounds.
- “The artwork is awesome and the gameplay is simple enough that it's quick to pick up, but deep enough to play for hours, experimenting with different combinations and strategies.”
- “Also to note, if you care about not having AI art, they appear to be using an artist to design all their graphics now.”
- “The visuals are really cool, and it looks like there is a lot more that can be learned and done in game.”
- “On integrated graphics (Intel UHD), even minimum settings leave me far from acceptable FPS.”
monetization
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Users have mixed feelings about the monetization: some appreciate the concept mirroring physical card purchases and recent improvements like initial gold and free cards, while others hope the developers reconsider their overall approach.
- “I'm ok with their monetization, in concept, treating it as though they were physical cards.”
- “The monetization has definitely improved as well, mainly due to actually having some gold available right away and -- at least for the duration of the current event -- you get two free cards with every game.”
- “I need to talk about the monetization.”
- “I really hope the devs rethink their approach to monetization.”
optimization
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game’s optimization is currently lacking, with users noting it requires a GPU and isn't well-suited for mobile devices. While the tutorial aids initial learning, players must independently figure out strategies and deck optimization. Overall, significant optimization improvements are needed before the full release.
- “The tutorial was very helpful for showing you the ropes, but it ends up being on you to learn strategies and deck optimization, which I like.”
- “Doesn't seem optimized for mobile and requires a GPU to play.”
- “Doesn't seem optimized for mobile, and requires a GPU to play.”
- “A lot of optimization work is needed to bring it to its 1.0 version.”
humor
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The humor in the game shines when playing with a good group, making many situations genuinely hilarious and enhancing the overall fun.
music
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Users feel that the music could be more engaging and suggest adding more interesting tracks.
replayability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's 1v1v1v1 mode introduces chaotic and unpredictable gameplay, enhancing replayability especially for group sessions, unlike traditional 1v1 card games where outcomes are more predictable.
atmosphere
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The atmosphere is greatly enhanced by seamless and polished UI transitions, which contribute to an immersive and engaging game experience.
- “The UI transitions are top-notch and really add to the atmosphere of the game.”
stability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game's stability has improved with recent fixes, though minor bugs remain. Overall, it shows clear dedication from the developers.