The Best Deckbuilder Games - Page 3

Update : Matchmaking Inc. added at rank #30.
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Backpack Hero (2023)

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The inventory management roguelike! Collect rare items, organize your backpack, and vanquish your foes!


  • rogue-like
  • deckbuilder
  • management
  • inventory
  • rogue-like-deckbuilder
  • turn-based
  • moddable
  • backpack
  • battler
  • procedural
  • building
  • replay-value
  • choices

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Relapse (2022)

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PC Windows

Relapse is a card-based game where you go on a crusade to lift mankind's curse. You get to draw ability cards and use them as long as your action points allow you to. In addition, you get allies to help you in your battles, but beware of environmental hazards that might change your course. There are over 170 unlockables and 240+ cards to choose from. Will you claim victory? Join the quest and find out! Made by a solo developer, who's always open to suggestions and feedback.

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What we like:
  • Affordable price
  • Fun and casual gameplay
  • Responsive developer who fixes bugs quickly
  • Unique classes and synergies
  • Good meta progression system
What could be improved:
  • Some graphics and design elements need more polish
  • Starting deck can be boring
  • Limited options for starting a fresh run
  • Mixed reviews on difficulty

  • deckbuilder
  • turn-based
  • rogue-like
  • card
  • battler
  • character
  • strategy
  • combat
  • customization
  • tactical

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Mystic Vale (2019)

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PC Windows Nintendo Switch IOS iPhone Android Mac OS

Mystic Vale is a card game where you restore a poisoned land by creating a powerful deck using a unique card-crafting mechanic. Play against AI or challenge friends and family in cross-platform multiplayer. With beautiful art and intuitive UI, this game is a must-play. Build the ultimate deck and become the hero your land needs.


What we like:
  • Well-balanced deck-building gameplay
  • Great artwork and animations
  • Easy-to-understand UI
  • Play with friends and family
  • Faster gameplay with digital variant
What could be improved:
  • Limited online players
  • Slightly lacking base game content
  • Occasional slow gameplay

  • deckbuilder
  • card

24

Mahokenshi (2023)

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PC Windows

Embark on an adventure in Mahokenshi, a magical game that lets you take on the role of a samurai wielding blade and magic to protect the Celestial Islands from powerful foes. With over 200 beautifully illustrated cards, vibrant 3D maps, and fully animated battles, Mahokenshi offers endless opportunities to evolve your playstyle and strategy in pursuit of peace for the world. Join the adventure now!


What we like:
  • Fun to play
  • Nicely implemented heroes
  • Multiple ways to play
What could be improved:
  • Lack of controllable save feature
  • Lack of focus and story

  • card
  • deckbuilder
  • turn-based
  • deck
  • tabletop
  • tactical
  • strategy
  • battler
  • hex
  • board-game
  • demons
  • arts
  • building

25

HEROish (2022)

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Playstation 4 IOS iPhone Mac OS Xbox Series X Playstation 5 PC Windows Nintendo Switch

HEROish is a fun, easy-to-pick-up MOBA-style deck-building game with plenty of variety and unique characters. The game offers three entertaining campaigns that will have you replaying and experimenting with different characters. The multiplayer can be repetitive, but it's still a great game for short gameplay sessions that's sure to keep you entertained.

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What we like:
  • Variety in castle defense missions
  • Unique characters and environments
  • Replayability and short gameplay sessions
  • Customizable decks for online play
  • Bite-sized matches
What could be improved:
  • UI is designed for mobile, not desktop play
  • Multiplayer can be repetitive
  • Slowed pace due to increased difficulty
  • Some grinding is required to level up and upgrade cards
  • Limited gameplay variety outside of deck-building and castle defense

  • deckbuilder
  • collectathon
  • scroller
  • pve
  • pvp
  • strategy
  • competitive
  • moba
  • 3d
  • controller-support
  • real-time
  • card
  • fantasy
  • stylized
  • multiplayer

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Floppy Knights (2022)

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Mac OS Xbox Series X Nintendo Switch Xbox One PC Windows

Join Phoebe in the fun and quirky world of Floppy Knights, a unique combination of card game and tactical gameplay. With cute art style, lively music, and endless possibilities, mix and match your snazzy card combos to make a winning strategy. Complete odd jobs and battle on a grid to save up enough cash to move out of her parents' place. Will you lead your Knights to victory?

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What we like:
  • Unique combination of card game and tactical gameplay
  • Cute art style and lively music
  • Plenty of challenge levels to provide extra gameplay
  • Accessible to those not experienced in deck building games
  • Well-crafted world and characters.
What could be improved:
  • No mid-game saving or undo button, requiring starting from the beginning
  • Slow game speed with no option to increase speed
  • Shallow card play compared to similar games

  • turn-based
  • card
  • tactical
  • deckbuilder
  • battler
  • strategy
  • family-friendly

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Zoeti (2023)

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Nintendo Switch PC Windows Android IOS iPhone

Zoeti is a turn-based roguelite that features a deck of playing cards used to create card combos and activate skills in the heat of battle. Bolster your arsenal of skills through battles, discoverable upgrades, or aid from the locals which enhance your plays to overcome the evil plaguing your land.


  • card
  • rogue-like
  • deckbuilder
  • turn-based
  • battler
  • strategy
  • rogue-like-deckbuilder
  • hand-drawn
  • lore

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The Knight Witch (2022)

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Nintendo Switch PC Windows Xbox One Xbox Series X Playstation 4 Playstation 5

The Knight Witch is a Metroid Vania shoot 'em up with spell casting and rogue lite elements. You take control of Rayne, a former Knight Witch trainee on a mission to save her town from an evil emperor's revived golem army. Experience the thrill of battle as you level up and choose between "Knight" and "Witch" skill sets to customize your playstyle.


What we like:
  • Non-linear and utility gated map exploration
  • 360 degree aiming system
  • Accessible shooting mechanics
  • Card system for spell casting
  • Rogue lite elements like hidden bosses and ambushes
  • Armor purchasing with durability and perks
What could be improved:
  • Difficulty of bosses/ambushes not always consistent or explained in game

  • card
  • twin-stick
  • bullet-hell
  • deckbuilder
  • metroidvania
  • shooter
  • battler
  • shoot-em-up
  • exploration
  • boss
  • hand-drawn
  • choices
  • boss-fight
  • fight
  • action-adventure

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Card Hog (2020)

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Android IOS iPhone PC Windows

Get ready to explore the dungeon in Card Hog, where you can choose your own hog and battle enemies with a variety of weapons and magic. With multiple game modes, dozens of enemies and bosses to fight, and over 100 cards to discover, there's no shortage of adventure. Show your creativity by customizing your hog's outfit and enjoy local multiplayer modes while the online mode is on the way. With more content and updates on their way, join the Early Access journey and experience the exciting world of Card Hog today.


What we like:
  • Casual and quick gameplay
  • Unique concept of being a card inside a grid of cards
  • Lots of different modes to play
  • Devs are active and listen to player feedback
  • Simple design and easy to understand gameplay
What could be improved:
  • May require a lot of grinding to unlock everything
  • Boss fights can feel too easy
  • No multiplayer mode yet

  • turn-based
  • rogue-like-deckbuilder
  • deckbuilder
  • battler
  • card
  • rogue-like
  • semi-casual
  • dungeon
  • strategy
  • funny
  • dungeon-crawler

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Matchmaking Inc. (2025)

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PC Windows

A young single man returns to his hometown and takes over the family's matchmaking business. Matchmaking Inc. is a modern-themed RPG designed for men that combines gameplay elements of simulation management and text adventure.

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  • dating-sim
  • word
  • deckbuilder
  • time-management
  • multiple-endings
  • romance
  • choices
  • psychological
  • sandbox
  • top-down
  • horror
  • management
  • pixel
  • card
  • story

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