There are a lot of indie roguelikes and deckbuilders out there now, but few have the pure addictive appeal or cult following as Slay the Spire. Well, surprise, during the Triple-I Initiative showcase, Slay the Spire 2 was announced! The game doesn’t look to be a radical departure from the first game, but it appears to upgrade the experience in most ways, with updated visuals, new cards, enemies, and still-mysterious “new ways to play.” You can check out a cinematic teaser trailer for Slay the Spire 2, below.
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Meanwhile, here’s a few screenshots that provide a peek at actual gameplay…
Looks like more Slay the Spire, which definitely isn’t a bad thing. Need to know more? Here are Slay the Spire 2’s key features…
- The Spire Awakens - Civilization has waited 1,000 years for the Spire to reopen its doors... return to the Spire and face friends and foes in this sequel to the quintessential roguelike deckbuilder. How high will you ascend... and what truths lie at the top?
- Deckbuilding Galore - New slayers join the fray with their own sets of cards, mechanics, and personalities. Try out more archetypes and master them at your own pace. The Spire forever awaits those who dare challenge it...
- An Ever-Changing Spire - The Spire isn't what it used to be. Encounter all new enemies, events, and treasures await as the rooms and items you discover change each time you play... Try risky builds or play it safe as you explore countless different strategies, find yourself in peculiar scenarios, and confront the Bosses of each Act.
- Rebuilt from the Ground Up - Slay the Spire 2 was completely rewritten from the ground up in a new game engine! We're bringing in modern features, incorporating all-new visuals, and expanding moddability.
- New Ways to Play! - That aren't yet announced...
Slay the Spire 2 is slated to hit Steam Early Access sometime in 2025. What do you think? Ready for this series to
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