Slay the Spire

If you're into card games, this will scratch that itch. I played this before I was into card games and didn't enjoy it all really. But now? Hooked!

although id first recommend to wait for a decent sale, the game is definitely worth a go, especially if you're a fan of card games or turn based combat, full of rng, skill and strategy. I find myself coming back to this game a lot when im bored.

this game deserves all the praise it's gotten. super fun and love the art style :3

warning: this game will turn into a vortex for all your free time if you install it on your computer lolsob

When I win, it's because I'm a tactical genius and can conquer anything with my expertly crafted deck

When I lose, it's random bullshit RNG + bad luck + bad relics.

7/10

Slay the Spire is a great rogue-like deck building game with a lot of variety in the card options and cards that can make you essentially a god during a run. Problem is RNG will snap your ankles at every turn.

First off, this game is amazingly fun and addicting. I loved trying out new builds, different strategies, and each character class. The artwork is fantastic and the music is amazing. This game is definitely worth playing. Now for the criticisms....

Selecting cards for your deck can be near impossible if the run just decides to screw you over. Normally, that's exactly what makes a rogue-like fun, different, and re-playable, but the difficulty of the game ramps up so fast that building a plausible build can be snuffed before you even begin. There are several deck builds for each character class, but it can be near impossible leaning into a deck build since there are so many cards that feel like fodder meant to reduce your chances for a good run.

Some characters have really creative deck builds (looking at you Defect and Watcher), but it becomes painfully obvious that success is HEAVILY reliant in the RNG elements of the game to even remotely make the character work. I won't pretend to be the best player, but playing as the Watcher is nauseatingly difficult and her cards just feel useless half the time. I love stance characters, but she has the most lukewarm, low-reward play style that gets outpaced late game unless you highroll into the best cards. Defect is great with his orbs, but the variety of types in his orb pool hinders his efficiency when you want to make a lightning build but the game keeps giving you frost. When you start looking for the safest, most consistent options in the game and are forced to use it, the thing that makes Slay the Spire special becomes an afterthought -- i.e. it feels like each class has only one viable option to even attempt a true ending. And this is what I feel hinders the game's potential.

I love Slay the Spire and I will undoubtedly keep playing it just for how fun and addicting it is, but I cannot ignore how difficult it is to find useful cards early game and how the game can just screw you out randomly; this can be either by the store giving nothing, cards giving you fodder, or relics that do worse than nothing.

TLDR; game is fun, RNG is awful, and balancing needs a lot of work.

I usually do not like rougelikes too much because of their repetitiveness, but this game offers so much variety, that it does not game boring even after many runs. Also, as the card pool is quite big, you are not guaranteed to always get the cards you want, so it also make you think up different strategies on the go. Highly recommended!

Love this game and hope that you'll love it just as much, If you like deck-building you'll enjoy this game.

i just love it when my deck is filled with nothing but unplayable cards and curses 10/10

Easily the best deckbuilding-roguelike, and arguably one of the best roguelikes of all time. only thing that could possibly be better is Slay the Spire 2.

Extremely well-designed and addictive. Each run feels distinct and unique, as if each run was specifically designed to be the way it is. When you get synergy among the cards and do insane combo, it feels awesome - until an elite or a boss wipes the floor with your character, of course.

Wasn't sure if I'd enjoy this game when I picked it up but man, it does not disappoint. Amazing game to kill time. I love all the different types of builds you can make based around the cards. If you like turn based combat you'll love this game. Fairly easy to pick up and understand

Great all around fun game. Can play it for hours. Very causual and you can do other things while the battle is still going on

Easy to understand and play with a ton of depth and complexity

Best roguelike out there hands down. Have it on my PC, switch, and phone and have hundreds of hours combined between them, and I still haven't gotten through all Slay the Spire has to offer. If you stuck me on a deserted island with just this game, I would be alright. Don't hesitate, get it and fight and die for Neow. You won't regret it.

It's got a fun, evolving difficulty that changes up enough on you to keep it entertaining.

In my opinion, Slay the Spire is one of the best indie games. The mechanics are easy to grasp, but the game still offers depth.

I saw this game for years and was like "who the hell is playing this lame game"? Well, at that time I was FPS-brained and could only comprehend games that had testosterone and explosions. Now that I've had a kid and I'm 30, I now understand the calmer, more tactical games like this and I absolutely loved it! I'm actually excited to play STS2. If you haven't tried this game, give it a shot. It's way more fun than you think, even if you're not big on card games.

This game is incredibly fun. I have never been interested in a game like this before, but saw a lot of my fellow streamer friends playing it and it somehow piqued my interest, so I bought it on impulse.

I love that each run is a unique puzzle to solve, requiring you to adapt to the cards you draw, the rewards you have to choose from at the end of each combat, what's available at the merchant, and the other goodies that show up at other times. There are so many layers to this game that lead to some really deep thinking making each run so different from the last. The replayability factor is unlike any other game I've played. Pair that with how addicting the game is at a base level, and I just can't stop playing this. It's also strangely calming for me, if that makes any sense at all. :D

A classic of the deckbulding genre, by the time you get tired of it, you'll want more in a couple of months.

Great game 10/10 would recommend. Can be frustrating with RNG but it's a card game some what expected.

Slay the Spire is the adoptive mother of deckbuilding roguelikes.
Unmatched in it's design, and the modding community keeps on making new mods for the game everyday.
The only thing that can make me stop playing Slay the Spire is Slay the Spire 2.

I'll update this whenever I actually get past the second area. It's currently been 7 hours

Edit: got the game on phone and did it on the first Silent run 🔥🔥🔥

This game spawned a genre and after a few hundred imitators it's still the best of its kind. Why are you reading this just play the game?

I thought I would enjoy it when I like roguelikes, card games or turn-based gameplay, I was wrong. There are few roguelikes that nicely manage to grant me dozens of hours of playtime and yet Slay the Spire miss the spot.
My first run was successful, unlocked more mechanics and thats it. I should be hyped by the possibilities granted upon me and instead, I was, like, overwhelmed by them as I quickly realized the road ahead and the amount of possibilities I'll have at 50 or 100h.
I dont know how to feel about this, disappointed for sure as the game is one of the highest rated games. Maybe I would acquire taste for Slay the Spire, but Im not the type to force myself with tedious stuff just to enjoy something at some point. There is plenty of tedious stuff in games and IRL that I overcome and enjoy the outcomes, but Slay the Spire doesnt seem to have any enjoyable outcomes for me to aspire to, too bad.

This game is so much fun, the random-ness of it all adds so much flair and excitement. The enemies vary just enough that you do not get tired or burnout of fighting in every room. Does a great job of rewarding you for picking fights and taking risks instead of just taking the safest path and rushing the boss.

This game is fun and engaging, mechanics are good and I enjoy the daily challenge setup :D

I purchased this game during a sale, drawn in by the Overwhelmingly Positive reviews. However, after spending an hour with it, I found myself feeling indifferent and uninterested. Perhaps it's just not for me, or maybe it becomes more engaging later on, but it didn’t meet my expectations. Unfortunately, I’ll be requesting a refund.

I am so addicted i cannot stop. I started with the board game version actually and that had a surprisingly good co op experience. It made me want to download the video game. I am only upset i did not get into this game sooner. I cannot wait for the sequel.

Jogo incrivelmente divertido e equilibrado, parece ser muito simples, mas muito bem feito

A challenging game, which is very much to my liking. It allows for very creative builds of cards/relics, and very exciting combinations when RNG allows it. It truly absorbs you and makes you want to get better through experience while also unlocking new cards and characters on the way.

As part of my "review more games in my library" series, I recommend Slay the Spire overall. Though I'll keep this one shorter.

A roguelite deckbuilder with a lot of replayability even before mods are involved. There is little meta progression however, so you'll unlock your arsenal of deck options for all the characters early on.

As your knowledge, tactics, and strategy grows - you can mitigate RNG and improve your odds of success to consistently achieve a normal ending. Refine all these areas and push yourself to prepare for the alternate ending for each character as well as attempt higher difficulties of the Spire.

There are many ways to build your deck. Daily challenges to give you a quick 30~90 minute play session and a little something to shake things up if not playing the game to exhaustion. You'll have to ignore the cheaters on the leaderboard and find some peers to compete against instead. And then when you've fulfilled yourself on the base game, look into the mods to change things up even moar.

I enjoyed the soundtrack, the build possibilities when a run really comes together, gamepad support (may have to occasionally click if the gamepad loses focus or restart the application), and being able to skip the animations after repeated runs to speed up my victory or demise.

As you can tell by my hours, I haven't played the game very much and there is A LOT for me to still learn and do.

Slay the Spire Review: Strategy, Cards, and Endless Possibilities 🃏🔥

Among card-based roguelike games, Slay the Spire has carved out a throne of its own. Developed by MegaCrit, this game captivates players with its deep strategic mechanics, making hours fly by unnoticed. If you're looking for a perfect blend of calculated strategy and just the right amount of luck, Slay the Spire is a must-play. 🎮✨


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Gameplay: Infinite Strategic Depth ♟️

Slay the Spire is a deck-building, turn-based strategy game where you choose from multiple unique characters, each with their own abilities. Every decision you make shapes the challenges ahead, making careful planning essential for success.

Card Selection 🃏 – The cards you acquire throughout your run directly impact your deck and playstyle. Finding synergies that match your strategy is the key to victory.

Relics 🏺 – The relics you collect drastically alter your battle strategies. Finding the right combinations can give you an immense advantage in combat.

Enemy Variety 👹 – The game's AI and enemy designs ensure that no two runs feel the same. Boss fights, in particular, feature well-crafted mechanics that keep you on your toes.



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Visuals and Atmosphere 🎨

The game features a minimalist yet distinctive art style that helps keep the focus on its deep mechanics. Each enemy has unique animations and attack styles, adding to the immersion. 🎭

As for the soundtrack, it perfectly complements the experience—calm and atmospheric when needed, but intense and adrenaline-pumping during battles. 🎶🔥


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Addictive Mechanics and High Replayability ♾️

Slay the Spire excels at providing a fresh experience with every run, thanks to its randomized elements and extensive player freedom. Experimenting with different relics, card combos, and strategies ensures the game never feels repetitive.

The difficulty curve is also well-balanced. While it may seem challenging at first, the game rewards players who take the time to learn and adapt.


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Final Verdict: A Perfect Strategy Experience ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

If you love turn-based combat, deck-building, and roguelike mechanics, Slay the Spire is a must-play. Every detail in this game is meticulously crafted, delivering an engaging and rewarding experience with incredible strategic depth.

✔️ Pros:
✅ Deep and strategic gameplay
✅ Endless replayability
✅ Thought-provoking mechanics
✅ Well-balanced difficulty

❌ Cons:
❗ The minimalist visuals may not appeal to everyone
❗ The learning curve can be steep for newcomers

If you haven’t played this game yet, you’re missing out! 🔥💡

Game Link:

https://store.steampowered.com/app/646570/Slay_the_Spire/?curator_clanid=4777282

Spawned a whole genre and a co-operative board game. Will eat entire swathes of your life without a second thought. Also has mods, for eating up all the time of your second life too.

Slay the Spire approaches greatness but is ultimately unfinished. It lacked most meaningful mechanics or systems necessary to guide a run or follow an effect build. You are constantly hamstrung by unavoidable losses because the RNG decided to deal you no blocks while making every enemy attack simultaneously. You will go entire runs without seeing many of the cards, making it impossible to ever plan to play around them.

Clearing everything the game has to offer is much more about rolling the dice until you get blessed with great early cards and relics than skill, as even the best of the best don't have any surefire ways to beat the highest difficulties. You'll be constantly frustrated when you get dealt easy hands and fly through a run and then start another only to find you didn't get any better, you just got lucky last time.

Luck, luck, luck. This game is far too close to gambling and far too unlike a proper video game. Maybe the sequel will be better, if they bother to finish building the systems so the player can steer a little more.

Edit after a few more hours: I cannot emphasize enough how common it is need one or two critical cards and to just never get them. Or for one bad draw to force you to lose half your hp and doom your entire run. Or for you to be forced into an elite fight and it just so happens to be the fight that's the worst for your deck, despite the fact that you've spent the entire run up to that point looking for the one card that makes the fight doable. It's so much trial and error.

Worst of all, the way they make the game more "difficult" isn't clever. They don't actually make it more challenging. They make it more *PUNISHING* instead. They just crank up the damage on the enemies and burden the player with more and more hindrances. In better games, like Hades, the "hard mode" options tend to just increase risk. For example, enemies might deal more damage but so do you, speeding up the gameplay while simultaneously making it less forgiving of mistakes.

The worst parts of Slay the Spire are the turns where you have fun and interesting cards you want to play but you're forced not to because the enemy is raining attacks on you and you have to play boring defensive cards instead. As you climb the Ascension levels, that becomes more and more common. You go from being able to play one Defend to block an attack to needing two, and then maybe even three. You get dealt a lot more unavoidable damage, too. And the part that stings the most is that by the time you get to those higher levels you will know that with the right card or two you could demolish those fights and not even have to worry much about blocking. But the RNG just won't give them to you. You'll know exactly how beat the fight quickly and efficiently but you're powerless because the RNG has screwed you 10+ times in a row.

That's what makes the game a failure, in my eyes: At the end of the day, it's a slot machine game where you just keep pulling the lever over and over praying that the slots spit out the handful of cards that make a run perform really well. Skill is so unimportant as a fact as to be virtually worthless. If you can beat the base game you can beat Ascension 20 if you just keep doing runs because eventually the RNG will give you a great deck and good fights no matter how many attempts you've failed up to that point.

It's really amazing how the game unfolds as you play, there is so much depth in the decision-making from every micro and macro choice, that leads to your victory or defeat. It was incredibly enjoyable to learning the game and climbing to Ascension 20.

Overview:
The game starts with just one character, but as you play, you will unlock 3 more, each with a unique card pool (and relics). Each run starts fresh with a fairly basic deck, just some Strike and Defends, plus one or two character specific cards, but as the run progresses you get more cards, upgrade cards, and relics. Relics provide passive bonuses, some which require more skillful play, as you manipulate the counters on them. There's a fun risk reward between taking harder combats for more relics, using the rest spots for upgrading cards instead of healing, etc. Learning the behaviors of each enemy ingrains them in your brain, and as you learn the challenges you can make better decisions for each run. Eventually winning a run, then winning on each character, then doing a run collecting all the keys to face the true final boss, and getting a true victory. Then climbing each progressive difficulty Ascension, all the way to 20. That's the experience of Slay the Spire, I'm looking forward to completing A20 with the other characters now, and going for the few remaining achievements.

Other than that, I'm just really looking forward to what this team can do with Slay the Spire 2, this is the best $25 you can spend, buy the game, and have fun. It may take a couple runs to click, but it has a very enticing gameplay loop, letting you build crazy combo decks.

For all the games inspired by Slay The Spire, none can match the balance, variety, replayability and depth of the original. One of those approachable games where, during your first turn you're wondering "Hmm should I swing for 6 or block for 5, that's a tough one", and then 1,000 hours later you start a new run and you're still wondering "Hmm, swing for 6 or block for 5..."

The game is so simple and addictive, it's hard to understand why it's special without playing it. Just try it for yourself!

Excellent deck building Roguelike. The synergy is the best of the genre, with fun bosses, and challenging gameplay. Highly Recommend.

I played this mostly on Xbox - this is an all-timer for me. The best rogue-like and the best card battler. I revisit every year or so to give myself a new challenge with mods or ascension mode. The Downfall mod was a lot of fun, and now just waiting for the sequel.

Luck is too significant a factor. There is a lot of strategy involved, but then in a couple rooms it'll all go out the window as RNG takes over.

Extremely enjoyable and addicting card game. Even after 100%ing the Steam achievements and my file, it's good enough to keep coming back for more. Scratches an itch that games like Hearthstone used to, only with far less frustration.

This is (basically) the first of it's kind. The one that started it all. The original roguelike deckbuilder.
Let me tell you, it's fantastic.
The main focus of the game is the combat system, but it's all you really need. You build a deck of cards that let you punch weird things and then romp around this big building on a quest to kill some stuff, at the request of a magic whale. (That's the entire story, but the way.)
There are over 300 unique cards to collect, dozens of magic items, tons of enemies to fight, and 4 different characters to master. The whole game revolves around how far you can get each run, and you'll only improve each time.
This game offers a near infinite amount of gameplay. The game itself is brimming with possibility, but if you include mods, that possibility only expands.
Buy this game. It's great.
(Also, if you like the idea of this, but want more story-based decisions, check out Griftlands.)

Fun game, actually pretty simple gameplay loop. It took me embarassingly long to work out that you don't have to accept every reward from a fight. Keep that in mind so your deck doesn't become bloated. Enjoy.

very good game design takes skill but is rather simple in nature making it relaxing and challanging at once

Honestly simple yet requires a ton of strategy which is what makes this game addictive and thoroughly enjoyable. The more I play the more new things I learn with all the buffs, artifacts, relics, and what not. Such a great game.

While not as hopelessly addicting as other roguelikes ive lost myself in, and despite some heavy balancing issues in builds and enemy difficulty, Slay the Spire is pretty delightful, and I enjoy opening it for a new run pretty frequently. Silent Gang rise up!

Very fun, challenging, and addicting. Easy to learn, difficult to master.

The king of roguelike deckbuilders. The closest game to perfection games of this genre has ever gotten.

I feel only slay the spire 2 will threaten this game's position at the top.

No Roguelike deckbuilder has ever given this level of content, of replayability of depth. Its truly a masterpiece.

I cannot recommend it enough.

Comentario Analítico: "Slay the Spire"

Slay the Spire es un excelente Rogue-like de estilo Deck Builder de acción por turnos, estrenado a modo de Early Access en 2017 y publicado oficialmente en 2019, ocurrido en partidas procedurales intervenidas por una suerte de Game Master que nos fuerza a tomar decisiones entre combates en función a una de muchas rutas por la que optar.

Es uno de los Rogue-like más pulidos con los que me pude encontrar, sabe encontrar el balance entre una jugabilidad desafiante y permisiva gracias a cuán intuitivo es, apenas hace falta ir a fuentes externas para buscar explicaciones de nada, incluso respecto a su factor RNG es un producto accesible, el papel del jugador es en su mayoría un trabajo de optimización de recursos y administración de las cartas a disposición.

¿En conclusión? Un pilar de ambos géneros a los que representa.

Literally coke, have played this game 40 hours in and have only beaten the game three times with the three characters and up to the watcher and not even up to Ascension. Still really fun to play despite losing a bunch.