Overview
Thirteen Provinces · Hanren is a turn-based card battler set in a turbulent historical period. Developed and published by 十三州制作组, this indie strategy title blends deckbuilding with tactical positioning.
You choose a leader, assemble a deck of soldiers, legendary generals, and stratagems, then secure your line before deploying forces at the right moment. The game launched on October 20, 2026, and supports full audio in Simplified Chinese, English, Traditional Chinese, and Japanese, with additional text languages including French, Italian, German, Spanish, Russian, Turkish, Polish, Portuguese-Brazil, and Korean.
Highlights
- Deckbuilding and Tactical Combat: Build a deck around your chosen leader, combining units and stratagems to outmaneuver opponents on a 2D battlefield.
- Multiplayer Modes: Create a friend room and invite players via Steam invites or a room ID. Compete in 1v1 or 2v2 matches, with AI able to fill empty seats. You can also choose formats where each player brings their own deck.
- Rich Historical Theme: The game draws on the Thirteen Provinces setting, with card art and bond stories that include stylized warfare and fantasy combat imagery.
Who It's For
If you enjoy card battlers like Slay the Spire or Hearthstone but want a more tactical, turn-based twist, this game will appeal to you. The multiplayer focus makes it great for playing with friends, while the solo campaign lets you refine your strategies at your own pace.
The historical theme and detailed card illustrations add depth for collectors and lore enthusiasts.
Game Info
- Developer/Publisher: 十三州制作组
- Genres: Indie, Strategy
- Release Date: October 20, 2026
- Platform: PC (Steam)
- Features: Single-player, Steam Achievements, Adjustable Text Size, Contrast Controls
- Languages: Full audio in Simplified Chinese, English, Traditional Chinese, Japanese; text in multiple languages
- Content Notes: Stylized warfare, fantasy combat, weapons, references to injury/death, and suggestive outfits in some card art and bond stories
