Overview

Kaiten - Sushi Deckbuilder is a strategy roguelike deckbuilder that turns the humble conveyor belt into a combo machine. Developed and published by Chi Yin So, this cute 2D card game launched on November 6, 2026, and supports full controller play, making it a cozy fit for both PC and couch sessions.

The core loop is simple to grasp but offers layers of tactical depth: draw a hand of sushi cards, pick up to three dishes, and serve them to customers who have specific flavor targets.

Highlights

  • Serve. Combo. Satisfy. Each customer wants a certain amount of flavor, and you deliver it by serving dishes that score points × mult. Hit the target before you run out of serves, and the customer pays up.
  • The belt remembers. Served plates don't vanish—they ride the conveyor for the next two serves, boosting new dishes of the same type. Stack salmon after salmon, roll after roll, and watch your combos multiply. Serve three of one type at once for an Omakase Set bonus.
  • Build the perfect kitchen. Spend your tips at the Fish Market to add new sushi cards to your deck, tailoring your strategy to the customers you face.

Who It's For

If you enjoy roguelike deckbuilders with a lighthearted theme, or if you're a fan of turn-based strategy games that reward careful planning, Kaiten will likely hit the spot. The cute 2D art and casual presentation make it approachable, but the combo mechanics and deck-building decisions offer enough depth to keep strategy enthusiasts engaged.

It's also a great pick for players who like to play with a controller on a big screen.

Game Info

  • Genre: Strategy, Roguelike Deckbuilder, Card Game, Turn-Based Strategy, Casual
  • Developer/Publisher: Chi Yin So
  • Release Date: November 6, 2026
  • Modes: Single-player (with Steam Multi-player tag, but no details on multiplayer features are provided)
  • Features: Full Controller Support, Family Sharing
  • Language: English

Note: As of the release date, there are no user reviews yet, so check the Steam community for early impressions. Pricing and discounts are subject to change, so refer to the official Steam listing for current details.