Underplayed Gems

Active DBG: Brave's Rage (2023)

Active DBG: Brave's Rage cover
Developer
ISVR
Publisher
Astrolabe Games
Platforms
Windows, macOS
Genres
Action, Indie, RPG, Strategy
Rating
4.1 of 5, 280 player ratings
Typical playtime
about 5.3 hours
Where to get it
Steam

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How it feels

A fast-paced deckbuilder where you must think on your feet, making precise real-time card plays for that satisfying rush of victory.

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What players say

Players praise the realtime twist on deckbuilding but split hard on execution: some find the timing-based combat tedious with long, repetitive fights, while others enjoy the added tension. Many call the card pool shallow with few useful combos, and note that difficulty spikes early even on the lowest setting. Bugs, uneven character balance, and long runs are common complaints.

Screenshots

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