Talystro: Roguelike Deckbuilder Blends Math and RPG Action, Coming Soon

If you've been keeping up with us, you're likely familiar with our parent company's event, Pocket Gamer Connects. One of our highlights is the Big Indie Pitch, where we showcase innovative indie games to a panel of judges. Today, we're spotlighting one of the standout runners-up: the math-battling roguelike, Talystro!

At first glance, Talystro might seem like just another deckbuilding roguelike—a genre that's incredibly popular right now. However, a closer look reveals why it caught our attention. In Talystro, you'll play as the "math mouse," navigating through runs to overthrow the evil Necrodicer. The game uniquely blends cards and dice mechanics, challenging you to create target numbers to defeat number-based monsters.

Here's how it works: You'll use a combination of dice and cards to reach a specific number, effectively eliminating monsters that correspond to that number. Be cautious, though, as you're limited to a certain number of dice rolls per turn.

Crypt of the NecrodicerTalystro boasts a fascinating blend of rubber hose-style animation and fantasy aesthetics, reminiscent of those math-focused educational games from your childhood. While it doesn't require anything beyond basic math, the gameplay remains captivating and easy to understand at a glance.

Set to launch in March, Talystro's simple yet challenging format—a common pitfall for many deckbuilders—promises to be its biggest draw. This game's appeal lies in its accessibility and depth, making it a must-try for fans of the genre.

While you wait for Talystro's release, why not explore our latest list of the top five new mobile games to try this week? It's the perfect way to keep yourself entertained until March rolls around!