Power Chord (2023)

Developer: Big Blue Bubble
Genres: Indie, Strategy
Rating: 3.5 of 5, 185 player ratings
Typical playtime: about 9.9 hours
Where to get it: Steam

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How it feels

A stylized, colorful roguelite deck-builder where you assemble a band of musicians to battle demon gangs in turn-based combat.

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What players say

Players praise the art and rock aesthetic but are split on the gameplay. Many say it is a solid Slay the Spire clone that is easier and more fun with four characters, though runs feel slow due to 4v4 combat. Critics find it bland, RNG-heavy, and note that late-game balance is off, with one unlockable card reportedly impossible to get.

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