Joey’s Nightmare II is a cartoon-style roguelite deckbuilding card battler set inside a bizarre and dangerous dream. Battle monkeys, donkeys, turkeys, and undead horrors, build powerful card combos, and fight your way through a nightmare that changes every run.

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What the developers have to say:

Why Early Access?

“Early Access lets us grow the game with direct player feedback before the full release. The core gameplay loop across all three classes is complete and playable from start to finish
What we're expanding during Early Access is content depth (more cards, levels, and enemies) and new systems like online co-op, ranked play, and additional classes, while continuing to polish art and performance.”

Approximately how long will this game be in Early Access?

“We expect Early Access to last around 2 months, depending on community feedback and how development of the additional content and features progresses.”

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

“During Early Access, we plan to:

- Plan to add an custom card generator, more in-run levels, and more elite enemies
- Explore online features such as co-op play, ranked ladder, and leaderboards, so players can play together
- Expand build variety for our three existing classes, and potentially introduce new classes”

What is the current state of the Early Access version?

“The current build includes complete in-run deckbuilding gameplay for all three classes — Ninja, Mage, and Warrior — along with full meta-progression features: a Level/Deck Workshop, a Card Codex, and a Monster Bestiary.”

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

“We plan to gradually increase the price as we add new content and features throughout Early Access.”

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

“We'll use surveys, community discussions, and player reviews to identify the features players want most, and to gather feedback for refining and balancing them.”
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About This Game

A hand-drawn roguelike deckbuilder where childhood dreams become your greatest nightmares.

🎮 Free Demo Available Now
🚀 Early Access Launches on July 14

Build Your Deck

Collect cards, discover powerful blessings, and build outrageous combos as you fight your way through Joey's bizarre dream world.

Every run is different.

Every choice shapes your deck.

Every nightmare hides a new surprise.

Joey's Story

Joey is a timid child with an overactive imagination. Recently, he learned a new word: “Key.”

Now, everyone he sees during the day transforms into strange “Key” monsters in his dreams — Monkey, Donkey, Turkey…

Each time Joey defeats one of these bizarre nightmare creatures, they leave behind mysterious blessings and powers, helping him grow braver as he descends deeper into the darkness of his dreams.

Choose Your Playstyle

  • 🃏 460+ cards

  • ⚔️ 3 unique classes

  • 🔥 7 deck archetypes

  • 🗺️ 12 nightmare maps

  • 🐵 Ridiculous enemies including monkeys, donkeys and revenge-seeking turkeys

  • 💥 Crazy combos and satisfying roguelike progression

  • 🎨 Hand-drawn art inspired by Adventure Time

Made by Deckbuilder Fans

Joey's Nightmare II is inspired by Slay the Spire, Monster Train, and Lost in Fantaland. Built by a tiny indie team of two algorithm engineers and an artist, it's the deckbuilder we've always wanted to play.

Play the Free Demo

The free Demo is available now on Steam.

Experience the Ninja class, explore Joey's nightmare, and let us know what you think!

Early Access — July 14

Wishlist Joey's Nightmare II today and join us when Early Access launches on July 14.

Every wishlist helps our tiny team continue making stranger dreams, bigger combos, and even more adventures.

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System Requirements

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    Minimum:
    • Requires a 64-bit processor and operating system
    • OS: Windows 10
    • Processor: Intel Core i3-2100 or equivalent
    • Memory: 4 GB RAM
    • Graphics: Integrated graphics (Intel HD 4000+)
    • Storage: 1 GB available space
    Recommended:
    • Requires a 64-bit processor and operating system
    • Storage: 1 GB available space
    Minimum:
    • OS: macOS 10.13 High Sierra
    • Processor: Intel Core i5 (2012) or equivalent
    • Memory: 4 GB RAM
    • Graphics: Intel HD 4000
    • Storage: 1 GB available space
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