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ROGUE LIGHT DECK BUILDER

97%Game Brain Score
gameplay, humor
optimization, grinding
97% User Score Based on 1,012 reviews

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Rogue Light Deck Builder is a digital wooden board game. Your house needs a deck. You have a hammer. You have wood and you have nails. The light outside is faulty. You work, you earn. Freedom is $1,000,000. Build a deck. Use your hammer. Drive the nails in. Scrimp and save. Freedom is just around the corner.

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ROGUE LIGHT DECK BUILDER screenshot
ROGUE LIGHT DECK BUILDER screenshot
ROGUE LIGHT DECK BUILDER screenshot
ROGUE LIGHT DECK BUILDER screenshot
ROGUE LIGHT DECK BUILDER screenshot

97%
Audience ScoreBased on 1,012 reviews
gameplay24 positive mentions
grinding4 negative mentions
  • The game is a unique and fun experience, combining humor with engaging gameplay mechanics.
  • It offers a satisfying gameplay loop that keeps players coming back for more, especially with its speedrunning potential.
  • The visuals and absurdity of the game create a charming atmosphere that resonates well with players.
  • The game is very short, with many players completing it in under two hours, leading to a lack of replayability.
  • There are issues with bugs and performance, including crashes and frustrating controls that can detract from the experience.
  • Some players found the gameplay repetitive and lacking in depth, with limited variety in upgrades and challenges.
  • gameplay
    50 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The gameplay is characterized by a fun and addictive loop that combines deck-building strategy with spatial puzzle-solving, though it can feel clunky and janky at times. Players appreciate the high-quality mechanics and the tension introduced by rogue-lite elements, making each decision impactful. Overall, the game offers a satisfying experience with simple yet engaging mechanics, appealing to both casual players and speedrunners alike.

    • “Its core gameplay loop is a lovely integration of deck-building strategy and spatial puzzle-solving.”
    • “It is so satisfying to master the mechanics of this game.”
    • “That was the most interesting and fun hour of gameplay I've had in a while.”
    • “At first, the gameplay felt clunky and a bit frustrating—missed hits, weird physics, and slow progression.”
    • “The gag isn't worth slogging through this kind of gameplay.”
    • “Idk if this is intended mechanics but endless is just hitting the same nail forever and never being able to get anything other than good.”
  • humor
    40 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The humor in the game is generally well-received, with many players appreciating its absurdist jokes and clever gags, particularly related to its unique themes like nails and cash planks. While some find the humor to be hit-or-miss, with a few describing it as simple or not particularly clever, others highlight its addictive nature and stylistic presentation as enhancing the comedic experience. Overall, the game is characterized as a funny, albeit short, experience that resonates with players looking for lighthearted entertainment.

    • “The visuals are simply incredible, and the sense of humor couldn’t have been sharper either.”
    • “Hilarious game with a gross art style I love looking at.”
    • “A short, odd game that is a really funny premise.”
  • graphics
    16 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game's graphics are widely praised for their incredible design and unique art style, blending humor with a distinctively discordant aesthetic. While some players experienced performance issues and crashes, particularly on lower-end machines, the visuals remain a highlight, contributing to the game's overall appeal. Despite technical challenges, many find the graphics worth the investment, enhancing the addictive gameplay experience.

    • “The visuals are simply incredible, and the sense of humor couldn’t have been sharper either.”
    • “The game has some great looking environments and the graphics are well designed and laid out.”
    • “I will provide the singular caveat of the machine I am playing on, as I play on for all of my games, is not very good and I experienced some invasive performance issues as such before I readjusted graphics settings. Maybe something with hammer performance being tied to framerate, a lot of excessive hand hitting before I fixed it, so that was a bit frustrating, but recommended specs are listed as beyond myself, so this is to be expected.”
    • “It is fully playable with graphics downgrades.”
    • “Hilarious game with a gross art style I love looking at.”
  • replayability
    6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game offers exceptional replayability, particularly for a roguelike deckbuilder, with a depth of content that keeps players engaged. Users find it enjoyable for unwinding after work or school, highlighting its fun factor and solid replay value. Overall, it stands out in its genre for the richness of experiences it provides.

    • “No roguelike deckbuilder has ever given this level of content, replayability, and depth.”
    • “Great game, it's fun to play and has some decent replay value.”
    • “A great game to unwind and play after work or school, and as a roguelike, it has fantastic replayability.”
  • optimization
    4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game's optimization is generally average, with some users experiencing significant performance issues, particularly on lower-end machines. Adjusting graphics settings can alleviate some of these problems, but players with hardware below the recommended specifications may encounter frustrating performance dips.

    • “I will provide the singular caveat of the machine I am playing on, as I play on for all of my games, is not very good. I experienced some invasive performance issues before I readjusted graphics settings. Maybe something with hammer performance being tied to framerate caused a lot of excessive hand hitting before I fixed it, so that was a bit frustrating. However, the recommended specs are listed as beyond myself, so this is to be expected.”
    • “Average UE5 performance”
    • “Average UE5 performance”
  • emotional
    4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The emotional aspect of the game is highlighted by its ability to evoke strong feelings, with many players expressing that it made them cry unexpectedly due to its touching narrative. The story resonates deeply, often leading to a mix of laughter and tears, showcasing its impactful storytelling.

    • “Makes me want to cry.”
    • “Touching story; I expected to laugh, but it brought tears to my eyes.”
  • grinding
    4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Players find the grinding aspect of the game initially tedious and potentially discouraging, but many report that it becomes more enjoyable as they unlock upgrades and improve their skills. The sense of progression and achievement motivates them to continue grinding for completion.

    • “At the start of the game, it can be very tedious and it's very easy to want to give up. However, once you start getting upgrades and perfecting your skills, it becomes much more enjoyable to keep grinding for resources.”
    • “Still grinding for the last achievement, but I will do it eventually!”
  • stability
    4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game's stability is marked by significant physics bugs and inconsistencies, leading to frustrating experiences, especially for players aiming for speedrun achievements. While achieving perfect scores without upgrades is challenging yet possible, the overall bugginess detracts from the experience, though many users find it a worthwhile novelty given its low price.

    • “The physics can be very buggy and sometimes you can hit your hand without even coming close to it, and getting perfects without upgrades is very difficult but achievable if you start high and strike fast.”
    • “Kinda buggy and inconsistent, which can be a little frustrating especially while trying to get the speedrun achievements, but for being so cheap, it's a really cool novelty.”
  • story
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The story is described as unexpectedly touching, eliciting strong emotional responses that range from laughter to tears, highlighting its depth and impact on players.

    • “A touching story that I expected to make me laugh, but it brought tears to my eyes.”
  • music
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game features a minimalistic audio design, lacking a soundtrack or ambient noise, with only light buzzing and blinking sounds present.

    • “This game has no soundtrack, no ambient noise beyond the light buzzing and blinking.”

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