Joey's Nightmare II (2026)

Developer: A* Studio
Publisher: STUDIO ARM PRIVATE LIMITED
Platforms: Windows, macOS
Genres: Adventure, Casual, Indie, Strategy, Early Access
Rating: 4.3 of 5, 34 player ratings
Typical playtime: about 3.4 hours
Where to get it: Steam

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How it feels

A hand-drawn roguelike deckbuilder where strategic card play turns childhood dreams into tense, nightmarish challenges.

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What players say

Players praise the inventive card combat that blends Slay the Spire with solitaire mechanics, and the cute, storybook art style. However, many criticize the poor event and difficulty balance, saying mindless elite fights make the game grindy, while the UI is cluttered with red dots. Reviews split on whether the new difficulty options ease the experience or if the game lost its relaxing charm.

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