Imagine a puzzle where the only goal is to reach a perfect zero; a meditative state of balance where your every move is weighed on the scales of fate. A casual roguelike that challenges you to do just that has just been dealt onto the Xbox and PC stores – XIII: A Final Game of Tarot. And no, this has nothing to do with THAT XIII.
This is a unique new title from developer Indigo Dreams, and it has launched today. This hypnotic new experience from publishers Bad Minions and Little Giant is now available on Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, and Windows PC.
Death has come calling, not with a scythe, but with a deck of cards and a challenge: keep your Karma balanced, and maybe, just maybe, you can keep playing.
A Game of Fate and Numbers
The core of XIII: A Final Game of Tarot With Death, a unique roguelike, is its captivating puzzle mechanic. You are presented with a board of tarot cards, and you must use the numerical relationships between the cards and their positions to keep the final sum of your score as close to zero as possible.
This constant balancing act is the key to extending your game and surviving each round.
While the draw of the cards may seem random, you are not entirely at the mercy of RNGesus. As you play well, you will earn money that can be used to purchase magical coins. These powerful items act as tools to control luck, allowing you to modify the cards on the board and strategically manage your resources to push your score ever higher and get further than you have before.
A Deal with Death
This isn’t just a game of numbers; it’s a game with a theme. Death has come for you, but before it takes you, it wants to read your future. This framing turns a simple puzzle into a high-stakes game for your very soul, all presented in a stylish and minimalist package.
XIII: A Final Game of Tarot is not a sprawling epic. It’s designed as a short, simple, and casual game that you can get hypnotised by for a few hours. It’s perfect for high-score lovers, with a full ranking system to compete with your friends. For those who truly wish to master the deck, there is a special challenge waiting for anyone who can conquer the legendary 23rd round.
And in a huge bonus for achievement hunters, XIII: A Final Game of Tarot is launching with a massive 2000 Gamerscore available to unlock right from day one!
Your Tarot Reading
Here’s what your future holds with this new roguelike puzzler:
- A Hypnotic Card-Based Roguelike: Play a game of tarot with Death and balance your Karma to zero.
- Tools to Bend Fate: Use magical coins to modify the cards and control your luck.
- A Short and Casual Experience: Perfect for high-score chasers, with a challenging end-game goal.
- 2000 Gamerscore Available at Launch.
The deck has been shuffled and your future is waiting to be read. If you’re a fan of unique, hypnotic puzzle games, XIII: A Final Game of Tarot is ready for you on the Xbox Store right now, fully Optimised for Xbox Series X|S.
If you prefer, there’s an Xbox One version and another that works with Windows PC. Whichever version you get, you’ll be found paying £4.19.
The question that remains… Are you ready to play for your soul?
XIII: A Final Game of Tarot Description
Death comes for everyone, and now it’s your turn — but you didn’t expect it to want to read your future. Play your cards the right way and keep your Karma balanced — the closer to zero, the better. Try to achieve the highest score possible in this Roguelike!
