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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, Ludaro or Deckgammon.

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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. 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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  3. 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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  4. ◆ 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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  5. 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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  6. 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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  7. 82%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, grinding
    97% User Score Based on 35 reviews

    A cosmic horror roguelike tactical deck builder. Fight nightmarish creatures, add cards to your deck, discover powerful curios and combine all their unique effects in game breaking synergies. Awaken and Hunt the Pale Gods. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Hunt the Pale Gods.

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  8. 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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  9. 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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  10. 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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  11. 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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  12. 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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    52%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, optimization
    68% User Score Based on 28 reviews

    Long ago, the feathered nations lived in harmony. But, nothing lasts forever. Avenge the ducks in this deckbuilding roguelike take on tic-tac-toe. Collect tiles, engage in strategic battles, meet quirky characters, and explore diverse environments as you push ever closer to the chicken stronghold. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Tic Tactic.

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  14. 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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  15. 88%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, replayability
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, stability
    93% User Score Based on 1,856 reviews
    Critic Score 73%Based on 2 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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  16. 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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  17. 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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  18. 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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  19. 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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  20. 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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  21. 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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  22. 93%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, grinding
    93% User Score Based on 128 reviews

    Reborn as a Demon Lord, seek revenge on the heroes! This fantasy roguelite game features grid-based combat controlled using four directional inputs. The world only moves when you do: you attack when you collide with enemies. Plan your moves step by step or play swiftly with dodges and parries! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to 卡片魔王:只剩个头!.

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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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  24. 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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  25. 87%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, story
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, stability
    87% User Score Based on 971 reviews

    Everyone Awaits Your Command... Step into the shoes of various historical heroes and lead your army through an adorable yet brutal fantasy world. Embark on an expedition by infusing the soul of your chosen hero into the bodies of different races! Experience thrilling battles through a unique blend of deck-building roguelike and auto-battler RTS, utilizing diverse synergies and unit balances.Perils… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Commander Quest.

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  26. 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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    90%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:music, grinding
    90% User Score Based on 103 reviews

    Delve into grid-based card play in this roguelike deckbuilder. Assemble your party, carefully select your battles, and construct powerful item builds to cleanse the Tendryll of its befouled enemies. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Tendryll.

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  28. 68%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:music, stability
    68% User Score Based on 106 reviews

    Hunt through the wastelands for colossal Beasts in this roguelike deckbuilder. Beware! Beasts grow stronger during battle, allowing them to consume your creatures or counter your spells. Carve profane Gifts from these behemoths and grow stronger to serve your Patron! But serve them to what end? HUNT THE BEASTS Test your wits and your deck against titanic creatures called Beasts, who evolve as y… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Acolyte of the Altar.

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  29. 73%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:replayability, grinding
    75% User Score Based on 174 reviews
    Critic Score 65%Based on 1 reviews

    Oaken is a tactical turn-based roguelike with deck management and 3D figurines. Explore the world of the Great Oak, gather allies and enhancements, learn to use the positioning and rotation for your advantage, choose how to upgrade your cards - all in order to restore the Oak's Song. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Oaken.

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  31. 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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  32. 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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  33. 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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  34. 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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  35. 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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  36. Master dodges and parries on a 5×2 grid in this 2D Souls-like boss rush. Choose from four playable characters, learn the patterns of 30 enemy types, and take on the campaign and Chains of Echoes. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to BROKEN SOUL: Boss Rush.

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  37. 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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  38. 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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  39. 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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  40. Choose your units, place them where it counts and build an army that wins. Deploy heroes with powerful skills to support your units and swing the battle your way. Unite the clans and take the fight to the Dubdals. Warboss is a casual and goofy battle simulator. This is a fast-paced auto-battler about making smart choices before the fight starts — and then watching everything collide. You don’t … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Warboss.

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  41. Echoes of Formation is an auto-battler strategy game focused on turn-based rivalry. It supports a variety of match sizes ranging from 1v1 to 5v5, and features multiplayer modes where you can fight alongside or against your friends. Representing either the "Crimson Lions" or the "Frost Eagles" faction, you and your teammates share a collective team health pool. Engage in endurin… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Echoes Of Formation.

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  42. The childhood game that ended friendships is back—and this time, your life depends on it. Rogue Paper Scissors is an extraction deckbuilding roguelite that transforms the simple three-choice game into a deep tactical roguelike where every decision could be your last. Build your deck from nothing, merge cards into devastating hybrids, and face the ultimate question: extract your rewards safely, or… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Rogue Paper Scissors.

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  43. Darkest Cube fuses card games, roguelikes, and RPG elements – adapt your starting deck with cards gained from quests, and adjust your strategies to seal the mysterious Dark Cubes. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Darkest Cube.

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  44. 45%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, replayability
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, stability
    65% User Score Based on 20 reviews

    TURN-BASED CARD STRATEGY X TILE CONTROL Tell your opponents who rules the land! Card damage is no longer just numbers—it’s based on range, and at the end of each round, the difference in territory points determines the damage dealt. Strategy isn’t just in your hand—you’ll need to deploy buildings, set traps, and control the battlefield! DEPLOY ACROSS YOUR TERRITORY Deploy on your territory! What’s… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Rainbow Legends.

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  46. 89%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, stability
    89% User Score Based on 384 reviews

    Build your train to build your deck. Fight off bandits in a post apocalyptic world. Progress and unlock new train combinations with synergies. Get drivers to their final destinations. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Fogpiercer.

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  47. 91%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, replayability
    Most mentioned negative aspects:graphics, music
    91% User Score Based on 1,400 reviews

    :gj/yush: BUY NOW ON STEAM! :gj/yush: [Media 5013839] [Media 5638215] Hadean Tactics is a roguelike deckbuilding game fused with autobattler elements to create a unique strategy experience. Use... If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Hadean Tactics.

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  48. 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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  49. 83%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, stability
    89% User Score Based on 3,401 reviews
    Critic Score 76%Based on 15 reviews

    An epic roguelike / lite that combines the best elements of deckbuilding, tactical combat and strategic decision-making. Lead and manage heroes on gruelling missions. Forge bonds and discover new skills among them. Unravel curses laid upon the lands and defeat the ultimate evil at the heart of it all. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Gordian Quest.

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  50. 87%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, story
    87% User Score Based on 402 reviews

    Get ready for a unique twist on the tower defense genre with Tower Escape! In this reverse tower defense game, you'll guide a team of minions through treasure-filled mazes as you attempt to escape the tower. Use strategy and puzzle-solving skills to overcome obstacles and unlock the exit, collecting powerful gems and relics along the way to transform gameplay and make each run unique. Are you read… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Tower Escape.

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