A compelling Papers, Please-style loop with a zombie twist. Mechanics ramp up fast, with layered tools and decisions, though some feel like a loose fit. It’s clever, tense and at times funny, but its pace and style won’t be for everyone.

This Ain’t Even Poker, Ya Joker is a vibrant, fast-paced idle, incremental kind-of-deckbuilder with punchy progression, stylish visuals, and a clever twist on poker mechanics. Lasting 5-8 hours, it’s a focused, satisfying experience that doesn’t overstay its welcome. The VFX/SFX and constant ‘number goes up’ feedback make it a true serotonin dispenser, and after only a short time with it, I finally understood pokies boomers.

Dispatch nails the Telltale-style revival with sharp writing, heartfelt characters, and standout voice acting. The combination of superhero satire and dispatch management is surprisingly compelling, with striking visuals and a soundtrack that lands every beat. The episodic format, I think, was smart - because you definitely have to be in the mood for a session of this type of game, so medium-sized bursts fits well. Won’t be for everyone, but a great addition to the genre.

A moody, folklore-soaked strategy deckbuilder where battles play out on grid, so positioning matters as much as your draw. You explore distinct regions, craft loads of cards from enemy materials, and swap archetypes as each biome pushes different mechanics. It’s tough-but-fair with low death penalty, and the pixel art and soundscape absolutely rule. Really cool.

CloverPit is unabashedly satanic slot-machine Balatro inside Buckshot Roulette - moody, stylish, and addictive. The spins, synergies and vibes hit hard - it’s intriguingly thrilling. Once you’ve cracked a few builds, the depth might run a bit thinner than its counterparts, but absolutely worth a play. It speaks to how strong the core is that I just want more.

The King is Watching hooked me from the demo alone. A smart blend of roguelite, city builder, and tower defence. The gaze mechanic makes every choice feel vital, and runs are tense and addictive. Balance and grind may hold it back a bit, but it’s got enough going on that absolutely deserves attention.

He is Coming delivers a stripped-down but intriguing roguelike loop, helped a lot by its retro artstyle: explore, loot, and face tense boss fights with wild set bonuses. The real star is potentially Kingmaker-mode, a PvP twist where your build becomes the boss for others, with crowns and skins as bragging rights. Worth a look!

Word Play blends Scrabble with roguelike tropes, offering clever modifiers and polished design. Runs can lack the wild synergies of its Balatro inspiration, but it’s still a sharp, satisfying word puzzler, especially if you’re a word nerd.

Pip My Dice takes Yahtzee-style rolls and turns them into a pretty slick roguelike. Customisable dice, clever relics, and endless synergies make it dangerously addictive. Rough edges and overt Balatro inspiration aside, it’s got that number-go-brrr joy.

Cult of the Lamb expands in early 2026 with the Woolhaven DLC. Near the endgame, players can uncover the frozen mountain of Woolhaven, rebuild its lost town, endure blizzards, battle the creeping Rot, and even raise animals through new ranching systems. Aussie, Aussie, Aussie!