Talystro: Math Meets RPG in New Roguelike Deckbuilder 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 top runners-up that caught our eye: the math-battling roguelike, Talystro!

At first glance, Talystro might seem like just another deckbuilding roguelike—a genre that's currently enjoying immense popularity. However, a closer look reveals what sets it apart. In Talystro, you play as the math mouse, embarking on a quest to overthrow the evil Necrodicer. The game uniquely blends card and dice mechanics, allowing you to build up scores and take down math-based enemies.

So, how does it work? You'll combine dice and cards to reach a target number, which you'll use to eliminate monsters represented by specific numbers. Be mindful, though, as you have a limited number of dice rolls per turn.

Crypt of the NecrodicerTalystro boasts a distinctive mix of rubber hose-style animation and a fantasy aesthetic, reminiscent of those math-focused educational games from your childhood. While the game doesn't require advanced math skills, its gameplay is both engaging and easy to understand at a glance.

Talystro is slated for release in March, and its simple yet challenging format—a hallmark of successful deckbuilders—promises to captivate players.

While you await 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 in the meantime!