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Talystro: Math Meets RPG in New Roguelike Deckbuilder Coming Soon

By HannahApr 21,2025

If you've been following us for a while, you're probably familiar with our parent company's event, Pocket Gamer Connects. One of our standout segments within this event is the Big Indie Pitch, where we showcase innovative new indie games to a panel of judges. Today, we're excited to delve into one of the top runners-up that really caught our attention: the math-battling roguelike, Talystro!

At first glance, Talystro might blend in with the crowd of deckbuilding roguelikes, a genre that's currently experiencing a surge in popularity. However, upon closer inspection, it's easy to see why it stood out. Talystro ingeniously blends card and dice mechanics, putting you in control of the math mouse on a mission to overthrow the nefarious Necrodicer.

How does the gameplay work? It's quite straightforward yet engaging. You'll combine dice rolls with card draws to hit a target number, effectively defeating enemies represented by numerical values. But beware, your dice rolls are limited per turn, adding a strategic layer to your battles.

ytCrypt of the NecrodicerThe game sports a unique visual style, mixing rubber hose animation with a fantasy aesthetic that might remind you of those math-focused educational games from your childhood. While Talystro doesn't require advanced math skills, its gameplay remains captivating and easy to understand at a glance.

Mark your calendars for March, as that's when Talystro is set to hit the shelves. Its simple yet challenging format, a common pitfall for many deckbuilders, is poised to captivate players and keep them coming back for more.

While you eagerly await Talystro's release, why not check out our latest list of the top five new mobile games to try this week? It's a great way to keep yourself entertained in the meantime!

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