If you've been following us for a while, you're likely familiar with our parent company's event, Pocket Gamer Connects. One of our standout segments is the Big Indie Pitch, where we showcase innovative indie games to a panel of judges. Today, we're excited to highlight one of the top runners-up that caught our eye: the math-battling roguelike, Talystro!
At first glance, Talystro might blend in with the popular genre of deckbuilding roguelikes, but a closer look reveals its unique charm. This game, which secured third place at our Big Indie Pitch, innovatively combines dice and deck mechanics, allowing players to build up scores and take down math-based enemies. You'll step into the shoes of the math mouse, embarking on runs to overthrow the evil Necrodicer.
So, how does it work? Talystro integrates the use of dice and cards, challenging you to reach a target number to vanquish monsters, each represented by a numerical value. Be mindful, though, as you have a limited number of dice rolls per turn, adding a strategic layer to the gameplay.
Crypt of the NecrodicerTalystro boasts a distinctive blend of rubber hose-style animations 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 captivating and easy to understand at a glance.
Set for a March release, Talystro promises a simple-to-understand yet challenging-to-master formula that many deckbuilders struggle to achieve. This approach is likely to captivate players upon its launch!
While you eagerly await Talystro's release, why not explore our latest list of the top five new mobile games to try this week to keep yourself entertained?
