If you've been keeping up with us for a while, you're likely familiar with our parent company's event, Pocket Gamer Connects. One of our highlights is the Big Indie Pitch, where we showcase innovative new indie games to a panel of judges. Today, we're excited to spotlight Talystro, a third-place winner and a captivating math-battling roguelike deckbuilder.
At first glance, Talystro might blend in with the crowd of popular deckbuilding roguelikes. However, upon closer inspection, its unique blend of card and dice mechanics sets it apart. As the math mouse, you embark on a thrilling quest to overthrow the evil Necrodicer, battling number-based monsters along the way.
Here's how it works: You'll use a combination of dice and cards to reach a target number, effectively eliminating monsters that represent specific numerical values. Be strategic, though, as you're limited to a certain number of dice per turn.
Crypt of the NecrodicerTalystro boasts a charming mix of rubber hose-style animation and a fantasy aesthetic, reminiscent of those math-focused educational games from your childhood. While it sticks to basic, entry-level mathematics, the gameplay remains engaging and easy to understand at a glance.
Mark your calendars for March, as that's when Talystro is set to launch. Its simple yet challenging format, a hallmark of successful deckbuilders, is poised to captivate players upon release.
While you eagerly await Talystro's arrival, why not explore our latest list of the top five new mobile games to try this week? It's the perfect way to keep yourself entertained in the meantime.
