Talystro is a roguelike deckbuilder that combines math with RPG action, coming soon

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 highlights at these events is the Big Indie Pitch, where we showcase innovative indie games to a panel of judges. Today, we're excited to spotlight one of the standout runners-up from our latest event: the math-battling roguelike, Talystro!

At first glance, Talystro might blend in with the crowd of deckbuilding roguelikes, a genre that's currently enjoying a surge in popularity. However, a closer look reveals what sets it apart. In Talystro, you step into the shoes of the math mouse, embarking on a quest to overthrow the evil Necrodicer. The game ingeniously combines cards and dice mechanics, allowing you to build up scores and take down enemies represented by numbers.

Here's how it works: you use a combination of dice and cards to reach a target number, which is crucial for eliminating the numeric monsters you face. Be mindful, though, as you're limited to a certain number of dice rolls per turn, adding a strategic layer to the gameplay.

Crypt of the NecrodicerTalystro boasts a unique visual style, blending rubber hose animation with a fantasy aesthetic reminiscent of educational math games from your childhood. While the game sticks to basic, entry-level mathematics, its gameplay is both captivating and easy to understand at a glance.

Mark your calendars for March, as that's when Talystro is set to launch. Its simple yet challenging format, a hallmark that many deckbuilders struggle to perfect, is poised to captivate players upon release.

While you eagerly await Talystro's arrival, 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 in the meantime!