Onwards to revolution in this challenging deck-building roguelite. Free your gnome comrades, assemble your squad, mind wieners (supplies), slay the slavers, and take down the fiercest of them all – Snow White! FREEDOM TO GNOMES!
Players assemble a squad of up to 10 gnomes from a roster of 130 unique cards, each representing a different character with its own abilities and synergies. Carefully managing this squad is crucial, as players must balance the strengths and weaknesses of their gnome companions to overcome enemies and bosses.
One of the game's standout mechanics is the "wiener" system, where players must manage a resource called "wieners" to keep their gnomes fed and energized. Depleting this resource can cause gnomes to faint, adding an interesting layer of strategy to the deck-building and squad management.
The diversity of the gnome roster encourages experimentation, as players can discover powerful synergies by combining different abilities. For example, some gnomes can blind or poison enemies, while others provide healing or buffs, allowing players to tailor their squad to their preferred playstyle.
The turn-based combat system revolves around tactical positioning and the use of devastating effects. Players must carefully consider the positioning of their enemies and utilize unique abilities, such as "destroying their spirit by showing them a tiny gnome's butt," to gain the upper hand in battle.
As players progress, they can unlock new gnome heroes, each with their own distinctive decks and abilities. These heroes can be further enhanced between game runs, allowing players to optimize their builds and playstyles. The game also features a Neverending Nightmare mode, providing an infinite gameplay experience for those seeking additional replayability.