Pile cards on top of each other and watch the magic happen in the textured and chunky roguelike deckbuilder Stack Order
I find it to be quite rare that when a game says it has a graphic novel art style that it actually has one. There's often just something that reads as slightly off, like it's not quite cut from the same cloth. I'm happy to say that isn't the case with Stack Order, a deckbuilding roguelike with a story all about layering your cards just right to maximise their effects that looks like you could…
Stack Order is a deckbuilding roguelike game that stands out with its graphic novel art style, reminiscent of a trendy French comic book shop. Unlike other deckbuilders, Stack Order focuses on combining cards rather than single card effects. The game features a casting zone with fields dedicated to defense, offense, and ability cards. Players must anticipate their opponent's moves and strategically load up their defense stacks to minimize incoming damage or optimize offensive stacks for maximum damage output.
One interesting aspect of Stack Order is the interplay between various card effects. For instance, certain offense cards provide extra damage for every card activated before them in a stack. Building up a stack with enough cards can result in significant damage. Moreover, players can add cards to their stacks without playing them that turn, encouraging careful planning and strategy.
Stack Order boasts an impressive visual design, with chunky line art, whimsical character designs, and simple yet delightful card art. The battle animations feel reminiscent of the positive aspects of Zelda CD-i games, adding to the overall charm of the game. The developer is confident that readers will appreciate the game's unique blend of strategic depth and aesthetic appeal. To experience Stack Order for yourself, you can wishlist or purchase it on Steam.
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