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Games like The Cardian - Light the Shrines

Games like The Cardian - Light the Shrines

Games like The Cardian - Light the Shrines

Looking for games like The Cardian - Light the Shrines? Here are top tactical turn-based strategy recommendations with a fantasy, medieval and historical focus, selected from player-similarity data — start with Crown of Petals, Noctiria or Ludaro.

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  1. Welcome to the world of Crown of Petals, where cards are more than just abilities—they are your armies, your fortresses, and your path to empire. Seamlessly blending the pure joy of deckbuilding with grand map-scale strategy, Crown of Petals challenges you to rise from a single corner of the realm to a dominant empire. Navigate procedurally generated lands, synergize your deck, construct tactical… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Crown of Petals.

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  2. DESCEND WHERE THE CITY DOES NOT WANT TO BE REMEMBEREDNoctiria is a horror roguelike deckbuilder set in a sick, filthy, decaying urban city, where every battle is a descent into something that should not exist. Choose your hero, build your deck, face corrupted creatures, and survive a night that seems like it will never end. Every card is a wound. Every choice is a sentence. Every run can bring y… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Noctiria.

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  3. Ludaro is a Roguelike Deck-building dice game with a unique twist on Ludo! Plan your moves, manipulate dice rolls, and unleash powerful Spirit Cards to beat the score. Upgrade tiles, collect quirky pets and stack wild combos as you battle in epic boss fights with game-changing modifiers. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Ludaro.

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  4. Combine tactics and strategy in this roguelike deckbuilder, where you must build your deck, train and evolve your team. Step into a mystical world where the Genkai battle in a quest for power and harmony, and prepare for the imminent arrival of the Primal Genkai. Move using your action points each round , choose the best strategy to execute more efficient attacks. Action-Point (AP) : Use … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Genkai: Primal Awakening.

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  5. Noblefold: Kingdoms Of Chance is a hardcore, card-driven strategy roguelike where you lead a fledgling kingdom through a gauntlet of lethal encounters and unpredictable events. In this realm, there are no safety nets—every decision is a high-stakes gamble, and every defeat is final. Strategic Kingdom ManagementYou are not just playing a card game; you are ruling a kingdom. You must balance immedi… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Noblefold: Kingdoms of Chance.

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  6. Fight across an ancient battlefield where every move matters, every turn raises the stakes, and clever decisions can snatch victory from defeat. Build a deck of powerful cards, command units across a shifting battlefield, and carve a path to extraction in a tactical roguelite infused with the timeless art of backgammon. Forge your strategy one card at a time. Collect, upgrade, and refine a dec… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Deckgammon.

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  7. ◆ About This GameKeepwright is a turn-based card strategy game that fuses deck-building, base-building, and tower defense. Starting from an empty wilderness, you place Struct cards (buildings) on a grid map to establish your stronghold. Each building you construct adds unique Action cards to your deck, expanding your resource-gathering and combat capabilities — build, cycle, fight. Choose your sup… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Keepwright.

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  8. ABOUT THIS GAME Build your deck. Command evolving creatures. Conquer enemy castles. Bone-Bound is a lane-based, turn-by-turn strategy roguelite where you conquer castles, summon creatures, and build your own evolving deck of undead and allied species. Start with skeletal forces and expand your army across 12 unique species, each with their own synergy potential, cards, and passive traits. Con… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Bone-Bound.

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  9. 82%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, grinding
    97% User Score Based on 35 reviews

    Hunt the Pale Gods is roguelike tactical deck-builder, hunt horrific monsters and use their powers against them. Add powerful cards to your deck, loot ancient curios that break the rules of the game and discover wild synergies. Nightmarish bosses wait to test you and your deck, with unique card rewards that stack the odds in your favour. You will need it. RUN DEFINING CARDS Once you defeat a power… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Hunt the Pale Gods.

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  10. Now Available in Early AccessWelcome to the Early Access version of ElfClash: Rescue Luna! Currently, you can click "New Game" on the main interface to begin your journey, explore the overworld map, and choose any stage to start your challenge. The game features a Roguelike mode. You'll follow the core loop of "advancing through stages → experiencing card battles → visiting supply … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to ElfClash: Rescue Luna.

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  11. 82%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, music
    82% User Score Based on 154 reviews

    Lost In Fantaland is a retro pixel-style roguelite game that blends deck building and turn-based strategies on a checkerboard. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Lost In Fantaland.

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  12. Adventurer’s Conquest is a tactical card game focused on board control, strategic positioning, and progression through a Guild ranking system. Great adventurer… we have been expecting your arrival. The Guild is always in need of skilled individuals willing to accept dangerous contracts and prove their worth. There are missions waiting to be completed, rivals and creatures to be defeated, and rewa… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Adventurer's Conquest.

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  13. It's 2200. The world didn't end. It was carved apart. Climate collapse, machine revolutions and nuclear wars have shattered every single nation. Most of what survived became mutated humans demolishing anything and everything in their path. But in all this chaos, one city still stands with non-mutated pure humans. The Wall stands as the independent bastion of hope and humanity. In Duoshift, you … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Duoshift.

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  14. YOUR BASE FUELS YOUR SPELL DECKA 4X-lite conquest roguelike where your Stronghold doesn't buy an army, it supports one. Take the map like a strategy game, & win the wars like a tactical deckbuilder. CONQUER THE MAP - Fire, Ice and Earth hold the land. You take it back one region at a time, across a D&D inspired campaign. Build "4X style" Strongholds to upgrade your heroes and… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Elemental Lands.

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  15. Odds Chronicles is a tactical roguelite RPG where dice-driven unpredictability meets precise strategy. Play as Evryn, a former royal bodyguard whose kingdom has fallen, and unlock more unique heroes during your journey, each with their own starting abilities and personalized dice loadouts. Click to roll or throw the dice yourself, then use every face like a weapon. Generate resources -Strength… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Odds Chronicles.

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  16. Welcome, newly awakened soul. You’ve crossed the threshold into the Duat — the Egyptian realm of the dead. Guided by Anubis, keeper of souls and lord of sacred rites, you must walk the path of judgment. Ignore the whispers of jackal-headed guides and shadow beasts. These are only echoes of your former life. They will fade. Hopefully. Now your true journey begins: Rebuild your spirit. Face myth… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Deck of Anubis.

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  17. A compact but content-rich roguelike strategy game where every turn matters — all under 50MB. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Lightcore Guardians.

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  18. 51%Game Brain Score
    51% User Score Based on 2 reviews

    Ver.1.1.200-  This version doesn't support game saving yet.- Images of some artifacts have not yet been completed.- Ranking system is not working yet.- You can only play Act1 yet. After the official release, you will be able to meet after Acts. - Hello! We’re Elementail's dev team! We’re thrilled to finally meet you here— and incredibly grateful you’ve taken the time to check out our game. … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to ELEMENTAIL.

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  19. Game Overview Greybound Saga is a fantasy world stripped of its color. Activate ancient altars, recruit heroes, and explore labyrinths in light turn-based combat. Uncover the truth and restore its former prosperity. Strategic Turn-Based Combat: Enjoy light strategy with asymmetric grids and skill range combos. Freeform Gear Crafting: Collect materials, forge gear, and refine affixes to build… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to 灰界年代记.

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  20. 62%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, replayability
    94% User Score Based on 17 reviews

    Seal the Rift is a single player roguelike deckbuilder that offers endless replayability. Each playthrough brings a unique combination of cards, relics, magic, enemies and events. Ensuring no two playthroughs are ever the same. Features: Choose from countless cards to shape your deck. Acquire game changing relics. Fight against unique and challenging enemies. If you are defeated, yo… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Seal the Rift.

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    90%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, story
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, optimization
    90% User Score Based on 399 reviews

    Defeat a legendary Evil and rebuild your home in Pyrene, a deckbuilding roguelike with dungeon crawling mechanics. Collect powerful artifacts, relics and spells for your many heroes while uncovering the mysteries behind your village’s destruction. After Forward: Escape The Fold, here's Twotinydice's next game. Uncharted Mythology Set in the Pyrenees, the game is based on a never-used before p… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Pyrene.

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  22. 89%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, stability
    89% User Score Based on 2,885 reviews

    A roguelite city builder set in a relaxing fantasy world. Explore and rebuild your kingdom to bring it back to its former glory. Defeat hordes of enemies with an always unique team of defenders. Harvest, capture, build, mine, cook, brew, feed and grow. But be prepared to watch it all burn! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Super Fantasy Kingdom.

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  23. 88%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, humor
    Most mentioned negative aspects:music, replayability
    88% User Score Based on 104 reviews

    Check out our latest demo build on itch.io! We hope you enjoy it. The game is still in development, and we’d love for you to join our community. Your support and feedback will help us make the game even better! Join our discord: https://discord.gg/KydUm5QgCr After the catastrophe, the world became devastated, monsters roamed freely, and crops could no longer grow. People had to rely on hunters t… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Lucky Hunter.

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  24. Chess of the Hidden Gates fuses roguelike deckbuilding with the footwork of Chinese chess—every card in your hand is a move, and every move decides who gets taken. The world is a board; everything is a piece. Outmaneuver ancient spirits square by square: victory takes more than raw power—it takes position. The battle of Zhuolu never ended; its endgame lies locked behind the Eight Gates, and you ar… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Chess of the Hidden Gates.

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  25. Dice Sorcerer is a turn-based roguelike where chaos and strategy merge through a unique dice and card system. Roll your dice in the middle of the battlefield and watch them bounce between enemies, generating abilities that fill your hand. Each face determines the cards you can use, turning every roll into an unpredictable opportunity to unleash devastating combinations. Move with precision acros… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Dice Sorcerer.

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  26. ADAPT. PREDICT. SURVIVE. Compulse is a fast-paced simultaneous tactical roguelite where evolving bio-organic entities clash inside compact alien arenas. Plan actions, predict enemy behavior, and watch every unit execute its decisions in real time through a unique WeGo-inspired combat system. Lead a squad of living Compulsors through a hostile ecosystem shaped by mutation, biological fusion, an… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Compulse.

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  27. Endless Dungeon Exploration and Roguelite Deckbuilding with Teenage Hunters! The world has collided with a perilous dungeon swarming with monsters due to a mysterious Gate phenomenon. Step into the role of the Commander, leading a squad of superpowered student hunters from Eden High School into fierce battles. Navigate ever-changing dungeons, upgrade your hunters, and slay powerful enemies that wi… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Abraxas.

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  28. Taking Today Off is a light-hearted roguelike deck-builder about managing modern life states. Draw cards, place them on the board, add stickers and tools, and build playful combos. Easy to learn, with fresh choices and strategies every run. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Taking Today Off.

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  29. The world is being consumed by the overwhelming resentment of gamblers. Bankrupt madmen, corrupt dealers, greedy spirits… Their bitterness and rage have morphed into a sinister energy, devouring everything in its path. You must wield the "gambler’s magic, " build a unique deck, and confront this spreading madness! Play Cards! Break the Curse with Your Hand Form classic poker hands—Pairs, Straights… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Deckbane.

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  30. Zombie Epoch: Deck Apocalypse is a post-apocalyptic survival game that blends dungeon exploration with card-based strategy. As a survivor, you must venture into perilous ruins, scavenge scarce resources, build a powerful deck, and enhance your abilities to withstand relentless zombie hordes. Every expedition is a battle for survival, you must carefully choose your path, manage resources wisely, a… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Zombie Epoch:Deck Apocalypse.

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  31. ⚔️ Escape the Cursed Dynasty TowerA conspiracy spanning an entire era has swallowed you whole. You awaken trapped in an endless tower shrouded in darkness, where the spirits of the Three Kingdoms are sealed. There is no time to hesitate—assemble your legion, utilize wisdom and strategy, and escape this devouring tower! ♟️ Core Gameplay: Lane Pushing × Deckbuilding × StrategyThis is not a traditio… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Escape the Dynasty.

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  32. About This Game I want Wanjie: Cycle of Oblivion to be a friendly, relaxed card game without pay-to-win pressure.New players receive 20 starter packs, while campaign rewards provide another 104 packs, for 124 packs in total. Under the current pity system, these packs provide approximately 2–3 Legendary cards. Cards opened from packs can be freely disenchanted, returning 50% of their crafting valu… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Wanjie: Cycle of Oblivion.

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  33. 38%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:graphics
    62% User Score Based on 13 reviews

    "Rogue Realm: Guardian Grids" combines the strategic layout of classic tower defense, the randomized progression of roguelites, and a highly flexible build-crafting system. Facing endless waves of enemies, you must forge your own unique combat system based on the diverse augments and card choices in each run, watching it grow step by step until its ultimate explosive potential is unleashed. Hold t… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Rogue Realm: Guardian Grids.

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    90%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, story
    Most mentioned negative aspects:music, grinding
    90% User Score Based on 115 reviews

    Lead. Adapt. Survive. Step into Valor of Man, a turn-based roguelite RPG set in a world torn by ruin and revelation. Build your party of four champions from 12 unique hero classes, each with distinct roles and playstyles. Master the art of synergy as you discover and combine over 700 abilities, items, and game-changing artifacts. Forge your strategy and prepare for the trials ahead. A Journey Forg… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Valor of Man.

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  35. 93%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, replayability
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, stability
    93% User Score Based on 1,856 reviews

    A roguelike deckbuilding tactics game that combines elements from 'Slay the Spire' and 'Into the Breach'. Play as a gladiator to survive. With roguelike deckbuilding and hex-based tactics, no longer bound by simple attack and defense. Make use of dodges and knockbacks to stay alive If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Alina of the Arena.

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  36. 75%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, replayability
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, stability
    78% User Score Based on 182 reviews
    Critic Score 60%Based on 1 reviews

    Defend the Rook is a roguelike tactics board combat combined with tower defense elements. Defeat the invading hoards to stay alive and save the land! Enjoy more tactics than a normal TD game, combined with the added challenge of building towers and fighting off waves of enemies! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Defend the Rook.

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  38. 91%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, stability
    93% User Score Based on 1,507 reviews
    Critic Score 80%Based on 1 reviews

    Astrea is a DICE-deck-building roguelike that flips the script on deckbuilders by using dice instead of cards and an unique dual “damage” system: Purification vs Corruption. Build a dice pool strong enough to purify Astrea's out-of-control corruption and save the Star System. Features Unique dual “damage” system: Purification vs Corruption - In Astrea there is a new type of “damage” system. Purifi… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Astrea: Six-Sided Oracles.

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    97%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, story
    Most mentioned negative aspects:graphics, replayability
    97% User Score Based on 118 reviews

    "Madcap Mosaic is an exciting fresh roguelike - there are crazy combos, many different strategies to explore, and a wonderful mix of control and uncertainty in play. I believe this game could inspire many others, there are a lot of possibilities with the 'mosaic' approach." -Richard Garfield Madcap Mosaic is a roguelike tile-drafting/deckbuilding game. It takes the cards out of your ha… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Madcap Mosaic.

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  40. 87%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, story
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, optimization
    87% User Score Based on 564 reviews

    Poker Quest is an adventure game with a playing-cards gameplay style. Defeat the enemies by using your cards properly. More card games Play Uno Online to challenge others in a multiplayer setting. Release Date November 2019 Developer Thomas Wolfley (Playsaurus) made Poker Quest. Platforms Web browser Steam If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Poker Quest.

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  41. Chronicle of Brimir: Mimir's Cave is a complete 100-floor pixel art deck-building roguelike where every decision matters. Choose from 5 distinct Magic Stones—each offering a unique playstyle—and navigate the Risk Flow system: advance into danger for greater rewards, or retreat to safety. With 138 cards, 112 monsters, 11 Allies, and full modding support, every run delivers deep strategy and endless… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Chronicle of Brimir: Mimir's Cave.

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  42. Forge Your Deck. Reclaim the Lost Constellations.The stars above the academies are going dark, one by one—and the memories bound to them are disappearing. Choose your academy, build a 30-card deck, pursue the sealed archives, and uncover the truth behind the theft of the stars’ memories. Build Your Own StrategyCombine followers, spells, and weapons from a launch pool of 168 active cards. Create p… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Phantom Cardia: Astral Card Duel.

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  43. Every bubble holds a reward—and a new threat.Bubblecore: Survivors is an endless single-player tower defense roguelite where you decide when the next attack begins. A mysterious world of resource-filled bubbles surrounds the Citadel. Pop one to instantly claim wood, stone, food, ether, or another valuable reward. But beware: every bubble also releases a group of monsters that immediately advances… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Bubblecore: Survivors.

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  44. Alice in Blue is a deckbuilding roguelike strategy game where you manipulate a roulette wheel to battle your enemies. Place attacks, defenses, and special effects onto the wheel, then spin it to reposition them and unleash carefully planned combinations. Build a formidable deck, discover powerful synergies, and forge your own strategy against the dangers of the dream world. Unique Roulette Co… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Alice in BLUE.

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  45. Every run writes your legend. Achilles: Survivor is a fast-paced, single-player bullet heaven set in Ancient Greece. Play as Achilles - or one of the legendary souls freed from Tartarus - and face relentless waves of enemies. Build deadly structures, evolve your powers, and grow stronger with every run. Defeat your enemies... or die trying. Are you ready for battle? DEFEAT YOUR ENEMIES... OR D… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Achilles: Survivor.

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  46. Test your wit and strategy in Everglyph Trials, a roguelite deck builder with ever-evolving choices and challenges. Build your deck from a variety of cards, each with a unique combination of effects. Unleash devastating combos and adapt your tactics to defeat powerful floor bosses. Key Features Strategic Deckbuilding: Make key card choices throughout your journey, crafting a deck to overcome diff… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Everglyph Trials.

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  47. In Unsealed Pact, every decision pushes you deeper into a world shaped by ritual magic, unpredictable allies, and dangerous choices. You wield a deck of more than 200 cards, each influencing the battlefield in unique ways—but the creatures you summon do not obey direct orders. They act autonomously, reacting to threats, opportunities, and their own personalities. Your job is to manipulate the ch… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Unsealed Pact.

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  48. TRY OUR PRE-ALPHA DEMO!Thor's LegacyEmbark on a journey shrouded in the mystique of Norse mythology with Thor's Legacy, a challenging roguelike deck-builder that promises adventures and strategic depth. In this game, every choice matters, every battle is a test of wit, and every card holds the power of gods and monsters.Features: Endless Mode: Dive into the abyss of never-ending challenges. How fa… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Thor's Legacy.

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  49. Break the Seal of DestinyDie. Come back stronger. Try a new build. Repeat until you finally break the curse. Break the Seal of Destiny is a roguelite RPG with tactical 1v1 turn-based combat, where every decision can save your run… or end it instantly. Experiment with classes, abilities, and strategies as you fight your way through a world that constantly pushes you to your limits. Every Run Tell… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Fatebreaker.

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  50. YOU ARE A SMART CROW. Small, unassuming, and absolutely DEVASTATING In a world of vibrant colors and cozy vibes, you'll build a deck of elemental cards, position yourself on a tactical grid, and trigger explosive chain reactions that clear the entire battlefield in a single turn. ♟ NOT YOUR USUAL TURN-BASED GAMEMost tactics games give you one move per turn. Click a unit, it acts, the turn passes… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Feather Rogue.

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