Underplayed Gems

Runeveil (2026)

Runeveil cover
Developer
dicehit
Platforms
Windows, macOS, Linux
Genres
Casual, Indie, Strategy, Early Access
Rating
4.7 of 5, 47 player ratings
Typical playtime
about 2.1 hours
Where to get it
Steam

How it feels

A methodical but escalating battle where success hinges on carefully sequencing your entire hand of runes against ever-growing chaos.

strategictacticalchallengingescalatingfast-pacedsequencing-focusedroguelike

What players say

Players praise the left-to-right sequencing mechanic and mana-less system for adding unique depth. Comparisons to Balatro and Slay the Spire are common, with many noting satisfying deckbuilding variety across classes. Some criticize the early access content as thin, and a few find the Steam Deck shop controls frustrating. The ascension difficulty is seen as thoughtful rather than stat-padding.

Screenshots

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