Combine word wizardry and superior strategy in this roguelike deckbuilding adventure. Craft a unique deck of letter cards throughout each journey, collect rewards from your victories, and each adventure unlocks new cards.
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Positive (23) - 95% of the 23 user reviews for this game are positive.
Release Date:
Jan 30, 2023
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What the developers have to say:

Why Early Access?

“We want to use community feedback to help shape the future of the game. Also as a roguelike, there are so many unique combinations of items and cards that we need wider playtesting to make sure everything works correctly.”

Approximately how long will this game be in Early Access?

“6 months is our goal.”

How is the full version planned to differ from the Early Access version?

“Throughout early access, we will be adding new cards, items, enemies and modes to grow the game and present new challenges.”

What is the current state of the Early Access version?

“The game is has a complete campaign of 3 books (9 fights) and 3 unique characters with their own card sets.”

Will the game be priced differently during and after Early Access?

“Once we release 1.0 the price will go up.”

How are you planning on involving the Community in your development process?

“We will be looking to the community to highlight cards that are under or overpowered to tweak. Also adding support for alternate playstyles and modes from the community.”
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About This Game

Word Wizardry and Superior Strategy Await You
Embark on a roguelike deckbuilding adventure that combines the thrill of word crafting and deckbuilding strategy. Craft a unique deck of letter cards, collecting rewards and unlocking new cards with each victory. Battle your way through genre after genre until you reach the final boss and emerge victorious.

Become a Word Crafting Prodigy
In each turn of battle, take your word crafting skills to the next level. Choose from your collection of letter cards to create a winning word, selecting the ability of each card to determine your offensive and defensive power. With every card in your deck also serving as a letter, your deckbuilding decisions will greatly impact your word crafting capabilities. Master the art of word crafting and outsmart your opponents with the power of language.

Synergize for Success
Even heroes need a little help, which is why you'll embark on a journey to discover and purchase items and McGuffins to support your deck. With randomized options in each game, you'll need to find the perfect balance between your contrasting tools to create a seamless machine of synergies.

Discover a New Adventure with Every Playthrough
Embark on a highly replayable journey where every game brings new challenges and synergies to explore. As you progress, you'll unlock powerful new options for your characters and face off against dangerous new obstacles, keeping the excitement level high.

Join the Story of Paige Turner
Join the fictional novelist Paige Turner on her quest to write her next bestselling novel. Defy genre conventions and brace yourself for unexpected enemies and unique loot as you piece together a strange and captivating story. Play as different genre-based characters, each with their own strengths, weaknesses, and playstyles, in this epic adventure.

System Requirements

    Minimum:
    • OS *: Windows 7
    • Processor: 1.1 Ghz
    • Memory: 4 GB RAM
    • Graphics: Direct X 10+
    • Storage: 192 MB available space
    • Sound Card: Any
* Starting January 1st, 2024, the Steam Client will only support Windows 10 and later versions.

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