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❤ The Card Gameplay

The core card battle mechanics are relatively simple to learn. Each one-on-one matchup begins with players drawing a starting hand of 6 cards. On each turn, you draw a new card and gain additional action points, up to a maximum of 10. You must carefully manage these action points to play the most impactful cards from your hand, which represent various "Agents" as well as support abilities, equipment, and other cyberpunk-themed effects. Agents have attack and defense stats, as well as unique keywords and abilities that can synergize with other cards in your deck. The objective is to be the first to reach a set number of victory points, primarily earned by attacking and defeating your opponent's Agents. As the battle progresses, you'll gain more action points to deploy stronger and more complex combos.

❤ Deckbuilding Flexibility

One of the standout aspects is the freedom and flexibility offered in deckbuilding. The game follows a "Living Card Game" model, where you can unlock the entire card collection through gameplay, with no random booster packs or microtransactions. This promotes exploration and encourages you to try out new deck concepts, rather than feeling compelled to grind for specific meta cards. You can experiment with a wide variety of strategies, from aggressive "rush" decks to defensive "hacking" builds that focus on generating victory points passively. The diverse card pool allows for meaningful deckbuilding decisions, as you must balance the strengths and synergies of different card factions and abilities.

❤ Challenging but Fair AI Opponents

The AI opponents provide a solid challenge, with the difficulty scaling appropriately throughout the campaign. The AI will probe your weaknesses and test your strategies, forcing you to adapt and refine your decks accordingly. However, the game's progression model ensures you are never completely stuck or forced to grind. By earning credits and cards through gameplay, you can continuously upgrade and improve your decks to overcome even the toughest opponents. The balanced nature of the card pool and the AI's strategic decision-making create an engaging, skill-based experience that rewards you for mastering the game's mechanics and deckbuilding nuances.

❤ Seamless Integration with the Narrative

What sets this game apart is the seamless integration of the card gameplay with the cyberpunk-inspired narrative. The story missions and character interactions directly influence the deck compositions and victory conditions of the battles, creating a cohesive and thematic experience. For example, some missions may task you with "holding out" against a powerful opponent for a set number of turns, rather than just aiming for a victory point lead. This subtle change in the objective requires you to adjust your deck strategies to focus on defense and survival. The narrative also introduces unique characters and factions, each with their own distinct playstyles and card synergies, further encouraging you to explore and refine your deckbuilding skills.