Underplayed Gems

Poker Quest: Swords and Spades (2022)

Poker Quest: Swords and Spades cover
Developer
Playsaurus
Platforms
Windows, macOS
Genres
Adventure, Indie, RPG, Strategy
Rating
4.3 of 5, 718 player ratings
Typical playtime
about 16 hours
Where to get it
Steam

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How it feels

A methodical card-driven RPG where you carefully play poker hands to activate item abilities in turn-based combat.

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What players say

Players praise the sheer number of characters and item combinations, but many find the RNG brutal and the lack of damage mitigation frustrating. The game is hard with no meta-progression in classic mode, and players split on whether balance issues or the puzzle-like depth make it worth the time.

Screenshots

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