Underplayed Gems

Alina of the Arena (2022)

Alina of the Arena cover
Developer
PINIX
Publisher
PINIX, IndieArk
Genres
Indie, Strategy
Rating
4.6 of 5, 3,953 player ratings
Typical playtime
about 33 hours
Where to get it
Steam

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How it feels

A strategic hex-based roguelike deckbuilder where you play as a gladiator fighting for a bloodthirsty crowd, demanding careful tactical planning and tough decisions.

hex-based tacticsroguelike deckbuildingturn-baseddifficultdark fantasystrategicpixel graphicsgladiatorial

What players say

Players enjoy the mix of card battler with movement-based arena combat, praising the weapon and class variety. However, many note limited replay value due to repetitive map patterns, poor balance, and RNG that can decide runs. The game is seen as a solid value on sale but not for endless play.

Screenshots

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