Classic tabletop games meet roguelite elements and card-based combat. Dice rolls, fate cards, deadly encounters, minigames, and countless unknowns await you in this strange adventure.

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What the developers have to say:

Why Early Access?

“Boardlike is a passion project being built entirely by a solo developer.

Because I’m handling every detail myself, crafting each piece of content to its full potential takes time. My vision for the game is to constantly grow and evolve it with new layers. I’ve decided to launch in Early Access so I can introduce fresh, enriching content like new systems, cards, and mechanics while involving the community in that growth.”

Approximately how long will this game be in Early Access?

“I don’t expect a long development road ahead. 5 months should be enough to polish the details and get the balancing right. ”

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

“The Early Access version already offers a complete game experience from start to finish. Everything added during this phase is purely about making the journey even richer and more exciting!

I’m planning to spice things up with plenty of new content, including fresh cards, mini-games, new items and maybe even some brand-new dungeons system to explore. My goal is to take what's already there and make it feel even more legendary with your help.”

What is the current state of the Early Access version?

“While a large portion of Boardlike is already playable, the game is still evolving. Currently, players can explore and experience 7 out of the 8 planned regions.

I need a little more time to fully realize my vision for the game's grand finale. Beyond the ending, I’m actively working on expanding the variety of cards, items, and random events to make every run feel unique.

Significant updates are also coming to the Village System to refine the core gameplay loop, alongside ongoing improvements to the UI and UX.”

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

“The price of Boardlike will increase once the game is ready and leaves Early Access.”

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

“We’ve already made the game much better thanks to many new friends on the Steam Community page. I want to grow this community into a place where everyone feels free to share their ideas, and where I can expand the game using your feedback as much as possible. Everything gets better with the details that get players excited! So please, don't hesitate to share whatever comes to mind.”
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About This Game


Classic tabletop games meet roguelite elements and card-based combat. Dice rolls, fate cards,
deadly encounters, minigames, and countless unknowns await you in this strange adventure.

You never know what awaits as you roll the dice and move across the board.
Collect powerful cards, gather loot, and face fierce enemies to grow your character.
Survive eight dangerous regions and reach the end of the world.


Breed your heroes. Build your legacy. Face the end of the world again and again.

In this roguelike tabletop adventure, every run begins with the birth of a new hero.
Use your limited breeding rights to select two parents, combine their traits,
and create a new warrior. Your hero’s stats, gender, and genetic traits are shaped by
the legacy of their bloodline.


The path ahead is full of thorns.

Face strange events, battle bizarre enemies, and decide whether to return home with your loot
or risk one more turn for greater rewards.
Each hero ventures through eight dangerous regions,
each with its own atmosphere, enemies, and turn-based, randomly generated board.
Roll the dice to move through traps, treasures, encounters, and deadly foes.


A true hero knows when to retreat.

If your hero returns to the village before dying, they are added to the ancestral pool.
That means your next hero could be their child… or grandchild. And each generation is born a little stronger.


Genetics matter but nothing beats hard work.

Construct buildings like the Barracks, Tavern, Gold Mine, or Ink Mine to unlock background
bonuses for your newborns.
Growing up in these places grants them special starting advantages.


Evolve your legacy across generations, and move one step closer to victory with every run.

Will you strengthen your bloodline and reach the ancient power at the edge of the world?

Or will your Seeds of Life vanish… one by one?

Key Features

  • Hand-Drawn Dark Fantasy World

    An atmospheric 2D world crafted with detailed, hand-painted artwork.

  • Bloodline-Based Hero Creation

    Combine ancestors, pass down genetic traits, and create stronger heroes with each generation.

  • Upgradeable Village and Building System

    Construct Barracks, Taverns, and Mines to unlock unique backgrounds for newborn heroes.

  • Dice-Based Exploration System

    Navigate randomly generated boards each turn by rolling the dice.

  • Card-Based Turn-Based Combat

    Play your cards strategically — dodge, strike, and survive through tactical battles.

  • Permadeath and Bloodline Legacy

    Fallen heroes are lost forever. Those who return strengthen your ancestral pool.

  • Deep Combat Mechanics and Stat Effects

    Poison, burn, bleed resistance, dodge and evade — every stat counts in battle.

  • Eight Distinct Regions and Dozens of Enemy Types

    Survive in regions filled with unique atmospheres, threats, and foes.

System Requirements

    Minimum:
    • OS: Windows 10 (64-bit)
    • Processor: Intel Core i3-3240 (2 * 3400); AMD FX-4300 (4 * 3800)
    • Memory: 4 GB RAM
    • Graphics: GeForce GTX 560 Ti (1024 VRAM); Radeon HD 7750 (1024 VRAM)
    • Storage: 2 GB available space
    Recommended:
    • OS: Windows 10 (64-bit)
    • Processor: Intel Core i5-3470
    • Memory: 8 GB RAM
    • Graphics: GeForce GTX 1050 (2048 VRAM); Radeon R9 380 (2048 VRAM)
    • Storage: 2 GB available space

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