Math-Powered Roguelike Talystro Blends Dice and Decks in Epic Adventure

• Talystro, a thrilling roguelike deckbuilder, secures third place at Big Indie Pitch
• It fuses dice and card mechanics to craft scores and defeat math-based foes
• Guide the math mouse on a quest to overthrow the sinister Necrodicer

If you’ve followed us for some time, you might know our parent company hosts Pocket Gamer Connects. One highlight is the Big Indie Pitch, where fresh indie games shine before a judging panel. Today, we spotlight a standout runner-up: Talystro, a math-driven roguelike that grabbed our attention!

At first glance, Talystro might seem like another deckbuilding roguelike—a genre booming in popularity. But a closer look reveals its unique charm. Blending cards and dice, you control the math mouse, battling numerical monsters to topple the evil Necrodicer.

How does it play? You combine dice and cards to hit target numbers, wiping out enemies tied to specific values. Strategy is key, as each turn limits your dice rolls.

Crypt of the Necrodicer

Talystro’s quirky blend of retro rubber hose animation and fantasy vibes echoes the math-focused educational games of childhood. While it keeps calculations simple, its engaging gameplay hooks players with ease, even at a glance.

Slated for a March release, Talystro’s accessible yet challenging design—a balance many deckbuilders miss—promises to captivate players.

While awaiting Talystro’s debut, dive into our latest roundup of the top five new mobile games to play this week to keep the fun rolling!