By Deck creation, dungeons, and demise. Oh my!
- by PJ O’Reilly
Wales Interactive’s Into the Restless Ruins has arrived, and if this is your first encounter with it, pay attention because it’s outstanding.
If you have been tracking the game’s development, you’re already aware it’s a dungeon-crawler/roguelike with an exceptionally distinctive twist. The procedurally-generated dungeons are crafted by you, using cards from a strategically engaging deck that you’ll assemble throughout intense sessions.
Every card in your collection features a section of a dungeon, including corridors for basic connections, armories, resting spots, and many other elements that contribute benefits to your journey. It’s quite ingenious. Indeed, I (or rather, if you prefer transparency, I) will soon provide a comprehensive review of this pixelated gem, so stay tuned!
In a landscape filled with classic roguelikes, it’s particularly remarkable to witness a developer present such a refreshingly innovative addition to the genre.
This game successfully addresses numerous gameplay desires, including deck modification, combat, the excitement of designing and building dungeons, combined with a touch of narrative-driven choices.
Watch the trailer for a glimpse of the Scottish folklore backdrop at the beginning of this article, and then return soon for our full assessment!
Will you be acquiring Into The Restless Ruins? Please share your thoughts in the comments!
PJ is a writer for Pure Xbox and Nintendo Life. He has been immersed in video games since the early 1980s and relishes recounting lengthy tales about how distant that truly feels.