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Mega Crit has officially announced Slay the Spire 2, the sequel to the popular roguelike deck builder, during the Triple-I Showcase. The game will feature the return of the Ironclad and Silent classes, as well as a new character called The Necrobinder. Slay the Spire 2 will not be using Unity but will instead be developed using the free and open-source engine, Godot. The game is set to enter early access in 2025.
Balatro, the popular roguelike deck-builder game, has sold over 1 million copies in less than a month and is now set to be ported to mobile devices. The game, known for its addictive gameplay and unique poker-based mechanics, has seen rapid success across multiple platforms. The developers have hinted at future updates, including a run history feature, daily challenge mode, and the addition of a mobile port for iOS and Android.
Balatro, a poker-inspired roguelike deck builder, has surpassed the peak player count of its rival, Slay the Spire, just eight days after its release, making it one of Steam's top releases of 2024 and the best-rated game of the year on the platform. Developed by LocalThunk, the game has gained attention and positive reviews for its unique gameplay mechanics, including creating powerful synergies using valid poker hands and Joker cards, leading to endless possibilities for players.
"The Cosmic Wheel Sisterhood" is a queer, witchy deck builder game that offers a cozy and meditative experience. Players take on the role of Fortuna, a witch living in isolation on an asteroid, who summons a cosmic being and enters into a contract. The game features a unique deck-building mechanic where players create or destroy cards to make psychic predictions. With customizable components and choices that impact the narrative, the game encourages players to reflect on their desires, power, and community.
Xbox Game Pass subscribers can now play Loop Hero, an award-winning roguelite and deck builder game that requires players to stack magic cards to affect randomly generated dungeons and retrieve upgrades for their hero. The game's medieval-inspired pixel art and emotional undertow make it appealing to fans of Vampire Survivors and Hades. Other games coming to Game Pass in April include Goat Simulator, Iron Brigade, Ghostwire: Tokyo, NHL 23, and Minecraft Legends. Game Pass Ultimate subscribers in the US can also get two months of Peacock Premium Plus.