Steamalot: Epoch's Journey (2015)

Developer: Risen Phoenix Studios
Platforms: Windows, macOS
Genres: Strategy
Rating: 3.8 of 5, 12 player ratings
Typical playtime: about 9.5 hours
Where to get it: Steam

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How it feels

A methodical card-driven tactical battle where you build and level your deck between matches to outmaneuver opponents on a grid.

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What players say

Players compare it favorably to Card Hunter, praising its addictive "one more turn" loop of simple grid-based tactics in short sessions. The campaign is considered short and can become repetitive once you learn the AI's patterns. A major complaint is that multiplayer was removed but the button remains.

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