Summoner Apprentice (2020)

Developer: Unknown Magic
Publisher: Wa Tran
Platforms: Windows, macOS
Genres: Adventure, Indie, Strategy
Rating: 3.8 of 5, 8 player ratings
Typical playtime: about 1.3 hours
Where to get it: Steam

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How it feels

A lighthearted, card-driven strategy game where you summon minions, build defenses, and tactically destroy enemy crystals.

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What players say

Players appreciate the cheap price and fun unit combinations, but they are split on the difficulty: some find it gets hard fast, while others say you can beat it mindlessly. A few report a softlock bug around stage 5-6, though the developer is praised for fixing issues quickly.

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