Card Dungeon Review
Price: $1.99
Version Reviewed: 1.27
App Reviewed on: iPhone 5
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Card Dungeon is a breath of fresh air when it comes to the roguelike genre, eschewing lackluster Western fantasy imagery and the trappings of "normal" turn-based dungeon exploration with (of all things) two-dimensional art and cards. The delightful whimsy of Card Hunter, similar in scope to this title, shines through as Play Tap Games expertly marries the addictiveness of a card game with the strategic requirements of a roguelike.
You get three cards at the start of each turn, and you can attack or move, but you can only use one for each turn. Combined with your movement spaces, you'll also be faced with enemies to tackle. As you eliminate monsters that lurk in the darkness, open chests and gather loot, and find your way through the dungeon, you'll also collect additional cards. It's actually quite the accessible experience, especially for players who wouldn't normally be interested in this type of game.
Card Dungeon is an interesting take on what could have been just another boring dungeon crawler, with a fantastic premise, addictive gameplay, and gorgeous visuals. If you're looking to get started within the realm of roguelikes, this whimsical title could be a fantastic entry ticket.