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Slay the Spire

Slay the Spire

We fused card games and roguelikes together to make the best single player deckbuilder we could. Craft a unique deck, encounter bizarre creatures, discover relics of immense power, and Slay the Spire!

97%
Overwhelmingly Positive
DeveloperMega Crit
PublisherMega Crit
Release DateJan 23, 2019
$24.99
Peak Players56.4K
Metacritic89
Controllerfull
PlatformsWindows · macOS · Linux
Indie
Strategy
AI Review Summary

Slay the Spire is a genre-defining roguelike deck-builder celebrated for its immense replayability and deep strategic layers. While some players find the core loop repetitive or overly dependent on luck, the majority praise its tight balancing and the rewarding challenge of mastering its four unique character classes.

Pros

  • Exceptional replay value with many players logging hundreds of hours across multiple platforms.95%
  • Deeply addictive deck-building mechanics where every card choice and relic acquisition feels impactful.90%
  • High skill ceiling featuring a challenging 'Ascension' difficulty system that rewards mastery.85%
  • Four distinct characters with unique mechanics and well-balanced playstyles.80%
  • Active modding community that significantly extends the game's content and longevity.60%

Cons

  • The gameplay loop can become repetitive and feel tedious after the initial dozens of hours.70%
  • Perceived over-reliance on RNG and luck, which can make some runs feel unfairly rigged.60%
  • Limited variety in boss encounters and enemy types can lead to a sense of stagnation.50%
  • Occasional technical issues, including reports of the game getting stuck on a white screen upon boot.30%

Notable Mentions

  • Frequently cited as the 'gateway' title that introduces players to the roguelike genre.
  • Strong cross-platform appeal with many players owning the game on both PC and consoles like the Nintendo Switch.
  • Early success was significantly bolstered by influential content creators like Northernlion.
Confidence: 59%
Based on the 200 most relevant reviewsGenerated on Jul 12, 2026
Game Vitals

Live snapshot

Player Activity

Current peak
10.0K
Peak · last 90 days
15.6K
All-time peak
56.4K

Price

Current price
$24.99
Lowest tracked
$2.49since Jan 3, 2026

Review Sentiment

Launch week
—
Last 30 days
96%
All-time positive
97%
Review Statistics
Total Reviews218.0K
Positive: 212.5K (97%)Negative: 5.5K (3%)

5%

Reviews from Steam Deck

0%

Dev Response Rate

152h

Avg Playtime at Review

83%

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