A deck-building roguelike game with unique semi-real-time combat system. Step into the shoes of an ancient gladiator and do your best to survive in the coliseum. Combine various skills and equipment, develop your own fighting style, and defeat all the enemies to become the next champion!
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Very Positive (114) - 89% of the 114 user reviews in the last 30 days are positive.
All Reviews:
Very Positive (475) - 90% of the 475 user reviews for this game are positive.
Release Date:
Sep 23, 2024
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What the developers have to say:

Why Early Access?

“is a massive project. After years of development, It now offers substantial playable content.
We hope to gather player feedback after launching the early access version and work together to enhance the game experience.”

Approximately how long will this game be in Early Access?

“The early access period is planned for 1-2 years, with adjustments based on actual development progress.”

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

“Workshop support
30+ playable characters
40+ enemies
7 decks (Sworld Shield, Dual Wield, Greatsword, Spear, Bow, Spear Shield, Martial Arts)
10 Bosses (including 1 hidden boss)
200+ Weapons
100+ Armors
400+ Cards
5+ Battle scenes
Visual effects optimization
Game balance optimization”

What is the current state of the Early Access version?

“Initial release with
7 playable characters
30 types of enemies
3 decks (Shield, Dual Wield, Greatsword)
3 bosses
110 weapons
64 armors
250 cards
3 battle scenes
1 game mode, etc.
And after the first version is released, we will continue to expand the content.”

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

“With each major expansion the game will become slightly more expensive. The full version of Rune Coliseum will be more expensive.”

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

“We will conduct content updates at a pace of 1-2 months.

During the Early Access phase, users can communicate with us and provide suggestions regarding game content, decks, game experience, and more. We will consider player feedback and optimize our subsequent update directions based on actual circumstances.

Users can communicate and engage with us through the following methods:
We will use the Steam community forum to interact with players and gather valuable suggestions.

Players can also contact us on Discord or Kook or QQ-groups and the game also has a built-in contact button.”
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About This Game

Rune Coliseum is an action-packed gladiator battle simulator that combines elements from deck-building, fighting, and roguelike games. Pick a character, prepare for a duel, and enter the deadly tournament where only one can emerge as the victor.

Master the unique combat system

A unique turn-based combat system where you can perform multiple actions in a single turn; it combines strategic depth with smooth animations.

Choose Your Fighter

Pick one gladiator from many to start the battle, each with unique skills.

Experiment with Equipment

Plunder a wide variety of weapons and equipment from other players on the battlefield, or purchase them at shops. Each item has its own unique skills, allowing you to customize your playstyle and tactics to suit your preferences.

Combine Runes to Gain More Power

Combine moves and magic runes inside the special build, devastating skills that can turn the tide of the battle in your favor.

Mature Content Description

The developers describe the content like this:

This Game may contain content not appropriate for all ages, or may not be appropriate for viewing at work.

This may include:
Blood and Gore
Intense Violence
Strong Language

System Requirements

    Minimum:
    • Requires a 64-bit processor and operating system
    • OS *: Windows 7 and above
    • Processor: Intel i3-6100 / AMD Ryzen 3 1200, FX4350 or greater
    • Graphics: NVIDIA GeForce GTX 760 / AMD Radeon R9 280X
    • DirectX: Version 8.0a
    • Storage: 8 GB available space
    • Additional Notes: Recommend using an SSD
    Recommended:
    • Requires a 64-bit processor and operating system
* Starting January 1st, 2024, the Steam Client will only support Windows 10 and later versions.

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