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Single-player games like Tales of the Deck

Below are 8 single-player Steam games similar to Tales of the Deck, ranked by player overlap. Every pick carries Steam's Single-player category, so multiplayer-only titles or always-online games don't sneak in. imho.run pulls the category data from Steam directly — Single-player here matches what the store labels.

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Ranked picks

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    Dragon Call — Steam game cover

    Dragon Call

    Single-player alternative to Tales of the Deck — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Strategy and Indie with Tales of the Deck.

    "Dragon Call" is a non P2W card game. In the ancient war, the demigods expelled the Dragon Legion, but the effects of the war will never disappear. For thousands of years, intruders often ravaged the land. Now the summoners rise, they can use the energy of the earth to summon various helpers.

    2021StrategyIndieAdventureFreeDeck PlayableSingle-playerSimilar games →
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    Erannorth Reborn — Steam game cover

    Erannorth Reborn

    Single-player alternative to Tales of the Deck — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Strategy and Indie with Tales of the Deck.

    Erannorth Reborn is a hardcore sandbox Card Game with heavy emphasis on Deck-Building, Character Customization and Moddability. Create unique characters with distinctive attributes, racial/class skills and perks that affect your cards. Adjust and adapt your deck & equipment on-the-fly.

    2019StrategyIndieAdventure1.79 USDDeck PlayableSingle-playerSimilar games →
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    Slay the Spire — Steam game cover

    Slay the Spire

    Single-player alternative to Tales of the Deck — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Strategy and Indie with Tales of the Deck.

    We fused card games and roguelikes together to make the best single player deckbuilder we could. Craft a unique deck, encounter bizarre creatures, discover relics of immense power, and Slay the Spire!

    2019StrategyIndie6.24 USDDeck VerifiedSingle-playerSimilar games →
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    Commander Quest — Steam game cover

    Commander Quest

    Single-player alternative to Tales of the Deck — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Strategy and Indie with Tales of the Deck.

    Congratulations! You just found a 'one of a kind' roguelike that combines deck-building card game and auto battle strategy game! Consider unit counters, then create powerful synergy by breaking down the boundaries between the battlefield and cards, then lead your army to victory!

    2025StrategyIndieSimulation7.79 USDDeck PlayableSingle-playerSimilar games →
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    Dicey Dungeons — Steam game cover

    Dicey Dungeons

    Single-player alternative to Tales of the Deck — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Strategy and Indie with Tales of the Deck.

    Become a giant walking dice, explore dungeons and defy Lady Luck in this dice powered roguelike! Now featuring "Reunion", a free DLC with six brand-new episodes!

    2019StrategyIndie3.74 USDDeck VerifiedSingle-playerSimilar games →
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    Blood Card 2: Dark Mist — Steam game cover

    Blood Card 2: Dark Mist

    Single-player alternative to Tales of the Deck — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Strategy and Indie with Tales of the Deck.

    Dark Mist is a card game that combines elements of the roguelike deckbuilder genre with enemies that appear in waves. Defeat monsters and level up during battle to keep yourself going.

    2021StrategyIndie2.99 USDSingle-playerSimilar games →
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    Spellsword Cards: Origins — Steam game cover

    Spellsword Cards: Origins

    Single-player alternative to Tales of the Deck — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Strategy and Indie with Tales of the Deck.

    A rogue-like deck-building experience set in the dark fantasy world of Port Haven. Featuring innovative CARD FUSION, CARD UPGRADES & CARD CYCLING systems.

    2019StrategyIndie9.99 USDSingle-playerSimilar games →
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    Poker Quest: Swords and Spades — Steam game cover

    Poker Quest: Swords and Spades

    Single-player alternative to Tales of the Deck — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Strategy and Indie with Tales of the Deck.

    Poker Quest is a fantasy roguelike where players use a standard 52-card deck to take on fierce enemies in epic battles. Featuring over 20 unique heroes, thousands of items, and deep gameplay that will test even the most experienced players.

    2022StrategyIndieAdventure1.49 USDDeck PlayableSingle-playerSimilar games →