As We Descend: Roguelike Deckbuilder in an Apocalyptic City

7/19/2026, 2:18:15 PM

Release date: 5/28/2025

Tags: #roguelike-deckbuilder #card-game #card-battler #roguelike #deckbuilding #turn-based-tactics #roguelite #turn-based-strategy

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Live Store Snapshot

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Japan Price: ¥ 1,601
Global Price: $13.39
Sale Status: On sale
Price Checked At: 7/19/2026, 2:18:14 PM

Key highlight

As We Descend is a strategy roguelike deckbuilder where you manage card-based combat in both dangerous expeditions and the politics of humanity's last city. Recruit and customize unit squads, forge alliances, and survive

Who this is for

If you're drawn to a fusion of strategy and card games set against an apocalyptic backdrop, As We Descend is a title you'll want to explore. Tackle the dual challenges of city politics and perilous expeditions, all while mastering your deck.

🖥️ Hardware Guide for Comfortable Play

Based on the game's recommended specs, showing a comfortable performance target and example parts (PassMark reference)

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CPU

Game's recommended spec

i5 9400F

Comfortable play target

12,299 pts(~130% above spec of 9,461 pts)

Parts near this range

Intel Ultra 5 115U12,381 pts Intel Core i3-1210012,486 pts Intel Core i7-9700E @ 2.60GHz12,486 pts

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GPU

Game's recommended spec

GTX 1070 (8GB VRAM)

Comfortable play target

17,567 pts(~130% above spec of 13,513 pts)

Parts near this range

Details

Overview

As We Descend plunges players into a desperate fight for survival in a world teetering on the brink of apocalypse. This strategy roguelike deckbuilder, developed by Box Dragon and published by Coffee Stain Publishing, challenges you to manage your resources and tactics across two distinct but interconnected realms: the perilous wilds and the last bastion of humanity, a sprawling city.

Highlights

Dual-Layered Deckbuilding: Master card-based combat both during dangerous expeditions and within the intricate politics of the last human city.
Squad Recruitment & Customization: Scavenge technology to recruit unique unit squads, each with its own deck of cards that can be modified, upgraded, and strategically deployed.
City Politics & Alliances: Navigate the feudal politics of the city, interact with its denizens, and use dice rolls to forge crucial alliances for survival.

Who It's For

Fans of roguelike deckbuilders seeking a fresh strategic challenge will find As We Descend particularly engaging. Players who enjoy deep customization, turn-based tactics, and games with rich world-building and narrative elements will appreciate the dual-layered gameplay and the intricate city management aspects.

Game Info

As We Descend is currently available in Early Access, offering a single-player experience with Steam Achievements. The game supports a wide range of languages, including English, French, German, Japanese, and Simplified Chinese, among others. Developed by Box Dragon and published by Coffee Stain Publishing, this title emphasizes strategic card play and resource management in a post-apocalyptic setting.