The Best Deckbuilder Games - Page 3

Update : Spirit Mancer added at rank #49.
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Tainted Grail: Conquest (2021)

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Linux PC Windows Xbox Series X

In Tainted Grail: Conquest, you take on the role of an eternal hero fighting to keep monsters at bay and try to restore a cursed island that has been thrown into chaos. You will explore otherworldly areas, interact with characters and fight using your customisable deck of cards. With nine classes to choose from, each with unique ultimate abilities and personal cards, you can play your way and build up blocks and summon creatures to help you in battle.


What we like:
  • 9 unique classes
  • Customisable decks
  • Interactive story
  • Variety of passive abilities
  • Procedurally generated zones
  • Alternate victory system
  • Procedurally generated events
What could be improved:
  • Long playthroughs (over 2 hours)
  • Lack of variety in locations aesthetics-wise

  • deckbuilder
  • card
  • rogue-like
  • turn-based
  • rpg
  • dark
  • deck
  • fantasy
  • choices
  • base-building
  • board-game

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Meteorfall: Krumit's Tale (2020)

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PC Windows Mac OS IOS iPhone

Get ready to battle in the exciting world of Meteorfall: Krumit's Tale! With its unique roguelike gameplay featuring over 50 unique cards for each hero, you'll need strategy and skill to protect the glowing green world from the Uberlich's grasp. Unlock new characters, cards, and perks that bend the rules of the game. With stunning art, animations, and music, this game is a must-play for any adventurer.

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What we like:
  • Unique and fresh take on deckbuilding and roguelite genres
  • Each character has a distinct play style
  • Memorable enemies and great art style with charming animation
  • Great replayability
  • Developers are open to player feedback and actively work to improve the game.
What could be improved:
  • Can be discouraging due to random generated element
  • Some design flaws and bugs due to early access
  • Slow pace and difficulty may not appeal to all players
  • Limited content currently available.

  • deckbuilder
  • rogue-like
  • rogue-like-deckbuilder
  • card
  • dungeon
  • battler
  • deck

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Fhtagn Simulator (2022)

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PC Windows

In Fhtagn Simulator, you enter the chaotic world of Cthulhu and become bound to offer tribute to the great being in order to break free from their prison. This roguelike card game features mythical creatures, evil spells and relics, and an ever-changing roulette of cards. Harnessing the power of the cards while managing the roulette is key to your success. Be careful, though--if you don't collect enough spirit within the time limit, the ancient gods will punish you with game failure. Are you up for the challenge?

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What we like:
  • Unique and original gameplay
  • Interesting mix of luck and strategy
  • Challenging difficulty
  • Occult flavor and personality
  • Good value for the price
What could be improved:
  • Flat difficulty progression
  • Translation errors and ambiguous card descriptions
  • Limited content and room for more updates

  • auto-battler
  • rogue-like-deckbuilder
  • deckbuilder
  • lovecraftian
  • rogue-like
  • protagonist
  • automation
  • gambling
  • card
  • villain
  • procedural
  • turn-based
  • replay-value
  • pixel

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Iris and the Giant (2020)

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

Iris and The Giant is a fusion of the CCG, RPG and roguelike genres. You play as Iris, who must brave her fears in her imaginary world. Dive into a melancholic and gripping adventure, filled with cute monsters and buried memories. Ready to face your inner demons?


  • rogue-like
  • card
  • rogue-like-deckbuilder
  • deckbuilder
  • turn-based
  • battler
  • demons
  • strategy
  • dungeon-crawler
  • mouse
  • replay-value

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Black Book (2021)

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PC Windows Mac OS Xbox One Playstation 4 Nintendo Switch

In Black Book, you take on the role of a witch named Vasilisa in her quest to revive her lost soulmate by finding the Black Book, an ancient, powerful text. The game features a unique, card-based combat system and a rich storyline inspired by Russian folklore. You'll face challenges, help townsfolk, and battle demons, all while navigating the cultural and historical elements of 1800s Russia.


What we like:
  • Immersive storyline
  • Unique card-based combat system
  • Rich cultural references
  • High-quality artwork
  • Engaging side quests
What could be improved:
  • Lack of tutorials
  • Tricky combat mechanics
  • Occasionally poor character designs
  • And some issues with auto-run feature

  • card
  • deckbuilder
  • turn-based
  • mythology
  • demons
  • rpg
  • rogue-like
  • fantasy
  • battle

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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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Ash of Gods: The Way (2023)

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Nintendo Switch PC Windows

Plan and execute the perfect strategy to emerge victorious from each hand crafted battle in this turn-based tactical battle game. Every fight has different rules and objectives. Prepare your force with the right characters, spells and items to conquer every foe!


  • deckbuilder
  • card
  • turn-based
  • tactical
  • choices
  • nonlinear
  • battler
  • isometric
  • story
  • medieval
  • strategy

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Broken Universe - Tower Defense (2022)

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l Playstation 4 IOS iPhone PC Windows Nintendo Switch

Get ready to rethink all your defense strategies! Build barricades to stop monsters, or lure them into a maze and attack. A variety of stages that change each time depending on how you play them.

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  • tower-defense
  • deckbuilder
  • base-building
  • pve
  • building
  • space
  • attack
  • score
  • hand-drawn
  • logic
  • strategy
  • cartoony
  • 2d
  • colourful
  • survival

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Dominion (2024)

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Android PC Windows

Expand a small kingdom to a mighty Dominion! Play the Spiel des Jahres winning boardgame beloved by millions around the world. Discover the game that defined a genre, Dominion was first to popularize deck-building and remains a staple of tabletop. This is the officially licensed implementation.


  • strategy
  • turn-based
  • fantasy
  • deckbuilder
  • board-game
  • solitaire
  • tabletop
  • agriculture
  • card
  • medieval
  • grand-strategy
  • tutorial
  • 4-player
  • god-game
  • local

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Mega Man Battle Network Legacy Collection Vol. 1 (2023)

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Playstation 4 PC Windows Nintendo Switch

The renowned Mega Man Battle Network series is back! Vol. 1 contains Mega Man Battle Network 1-3, including both versions of Mega Man Battle Network 3 for a total of four titles, plus additional features like a gallery of illustrations and music! In addition, online play is supported!


  • deckbuilder
  • rpg
  • programs
  • grid
  • action
  • trading
  • battle
  • pixel
  • japanese
  • card
  • simplistic
  • colourmag-header-classic
  • dungeon
  • pvp
  • 2d

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