Underplayed Gems

Vault of the Void (2022)

Vault of the Void cover
Developer
Spider Nest Games
Platforms
Windows, macOS
Genres
Indie, Strategy
Rating
4.6 of 5, 2,982 player ratings
Typical playtime
about 9.8 hours
Where to get it
Steam
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How it feels

A thoughtful, low-randomness deckbuilder where careful planning and creative deck iteration before each battle gives a sense of control and skill-based progression.

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What players say

Players praise the discard-for-energy mechanic and deeper strategic layers, calling it a heavier Slay the Spire for those wanting more crunch. Some find it lacks variety and is unremarkable, and a few argue it is not a true deckbuilder due to its fixed hand size and limited card customization.

Screenshots

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