Menace from the Deep is an enthralling Roguelike Deckbuilding card game that unfolds in a dark world, drawing inspiration from Howard Lovecraft and the Cthulhu Mythos.Set against the backdrop of 1920s USA, the narrative revolves around a clandestine occult society.
Players can choose from three unique playable heroes, each with their own starting deck of battle cards. As they progress through runs, they can collect and upgrade numerous unique cards to customize their deck. The game features a variety of card types, including Relics that can be assembled into powerful collections, Equipment that provides bonuses, and Consumables that provide one-time effects. This deckbuilding system allows players to tailor their playstyle and synergize card effects.
Combat requires careful strategic planning. Each enemy has unique abilities and "intents" that players must consider when making their moves. The game features mechanics like Blocking, Charging, and managing resources like Energy to optimize their turn-based actions. Players must weigh the risks and benefits of engaging in combat versus avoiding it, as battles can be punishing. Successfully chaining together combos of cards and managing resources is key to progressing.
Rather than a traditional map, exploration is based on a unique "travel system" where players navigate a deck of travel cards. These cards represent different locations, events, and encounters that players can choose to engage with. This adds an additional layer of strategy as players must carefully decide which paths to take and how to manage their resources, like fuel for their vehicle, during their journey.
Between runs, players can use resources gathered during their adventures to permanently upgrade their base of operations. This includes constructing upgrades that make subsequent journeys significantly easier, unlocking new cards and relics, and strengthening their heroes' core abilities. This meta-progression system allows players to gradually improve their odds of success over time, even as the challenges they face become more daunting.
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