Tale of Souls (2024)

Developer: Phoenix Rise Studios
Platforms: Windows
Genres: Adventure, RPG, Strategy
Rating: 4.0 of 5, 5 player ratings
Typical playtime: about 3.0 hours
Where to get it: Steam

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How it feels

A tense and deliberate tactical deckbuilder where every decision on a hex-grid map shapes a dark fantasy journey with a looming curse.

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What players say

Players say it scratches an old-school RPG itch with a strong tabletop board game feel, comparing it favorably to Mage Knight. Many note rough edges and some report unfinished cards, but the general sentiment is that the indie passion and replayability outweigh the lack of polish.

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