Royal's Gambit

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Royal's Gambit is a single player casual strategy game. It was developed by 96 Games Studio and was released on November 4, 2025. It received overwhelmingly positive reviews from players.

Royal’s Gambit is a retro-inspired, turn-based card strategy game where every decision counts. Face off against intricate 16-card stage patterns made of powerful royal face cards standing in your way. To clear a path to the exit, you'll need to match card values to their health—planning carefully with every move. Build and refine your deck as you advance, unlocking new tools and strategies to ove…

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Audience ScoreBased on 10 reviews

music2 positive mentions

story3 negative mentions

The game is simple, addictive, and offers a fun way to improve basic math skills.
It features charming retro graphics and catchy music, enhancing the overall experience.
The gameplay encourages strategic thinking with score-boosting combos and deck customization.

Some players wish for more wacky and varied builds to enhance replayability.
The jester character can be frustrating and detracts from the enjoyment.
Limited initial runs may leave players feeling they haven't fully explored the game's potential.

story
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The story is engaging and well-crafted, spanning five chapters that players find enjoyable and fun. Additionally, the developers are praised for their responsiveness in addressing any issues, enhancing the overall experience.
- “At the time of writing this review, I have played through all 5 chapters of the story, and it is an amazing game. The story is very engaging and fun. The developers are super nice and quick to fix bugs, which adds to the overall experience.”
- “The story feels disjointed and lacks a coherent flow, making it hard to stay engaged.”
- “Character development is shallow, leaving me feeling disconnected from their motivations.”
- “The plot twists are predictable and fail to deliver any real surprises or emotional impact.”
music
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game is praised for being catchy and energetic, enhancing the overall experience. Players appreciate the upbeat soundtrack, which complements the fun and nostalgic graphics, contributing to the game's engaging atmosphere.
- “The music is catchy and energetic, and the graphics are quaint and nostalgic.”
- “Super fun solitaire-based roguelike, with 5 game modes, very catchy OST and super cool devs!”
graphics
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The graphics are described as quaint and nostalgic, contributing to the game's overall charm alongside its catchy and energetic music.
- “The music is catchy and energetic, and the graphics are quaint and nostalgic.”