Games like Menace from the Deep

A deck-building roguelike with card-based combat and a grim, story-driven exploration loop. Players collect cards and relics to upgrade heroes and overcome events.

85% positive from 2,456 · 2024 · 32% finish it · Steam Deck Unsupported · Lowest ever $5.94 (2026-04-09)

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Six games like Menace from the Deep

Deck of Ashes

72% positive from 1,067 reviews20203% finish itDeck Playable

This is a dark fantasy adventure game with tactical card combat and deck-building. Players manage resources and survive a procedurally generated world with permadeath.

What players likedPlayers praise its darker, survival-focused take on deck-building roguelikes, reminiscent of Slay the Spire with resource management.

The catchConnecting a controller disables mouse and keyboard, and the bugs were never patched.

Both are tagged Roguelike Deckbuilder, Deckbuilding and Card Battler.

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Deathless. The Hero Quest

88% positive from 1,030 reviews2024Deck Verified

Roguelike deckbuilder with unique hero abilities. Explore branching paths, build card combos, and defeat bosses.

What players likedPlayers praise this challenging deckbuilder, similar to Slay the Spire, for its beautiful visuals, Slavic mythology, and unique characters.

The catchCard rewards are mostly sidegrades, so runs rarely build an exciting deck or combo.

Both are tagged Roguelike Deckbuilder, Deckbuilding and Card Battler.

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Dice & Fold

84% positive from 3,838 reviews202465% finish itDeck Verified

Dice & Fold is a turn-based roguelike deckbuilder where players roll dice to defeat creature cards. It blends dungeon crawling strategy with dice-based combat and card unfolding.

What players likedPlayers praise "Dice & Fold" as a charming roguelite that offers rewarding and interesting gameplay, even after many hours.

The catchOutcomes lean heavily on luck over strategic depth

Both are tagged Roguelike Deckbuilder, Deckbuilding and Card Battler.

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Dungeons & Degenerate Gamblers

82% positive from 3,415 reviews202425% finish itDeck Verified

This is a deckbuilding roguelike with a blackjack twist. Players adapt to unique rules, build decks with varied cards, and challenge gamblers in a tavern.

What players likedPlayers say it's like Balatro, Magic: The Gathering, and Hearthstone, praising its strategic depth and satisfying deck-building.

The catchOutcomes hinge on luck rather than deckbuilding, leaving runs feeling low on real choice.

Both are tagged Roguelike Deckbuilder, Deckbuilding and Card Battler.

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Vault of the Void

92% positive from 2,977 reviews202258% finish itDeck Verified

This is a single-player roguelike deckbuilder where players strategically build and transform their decks before battles. It emphasizes player control with no random events, allowing for creative strategy and skill-based victory.

What players likedPlayers praise Vault of the Void as a deep, intricate deckbuilder akin to Slay the Spire, with unique mechanics and excellent flow.

The catchPiles on so many keywords and stacking effects that fights become mental bookkeeping.

Both are tagged Roguelike Deckbuilder, Deckbuilding and Card Battler.

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Cat God Ranch

94% positive from 2,185 reviews20247% finish itDeck Playable

A simulation and strategy game where players manage a ranch, collect animals, and pay tribute to a Cat God weekly. It features tile-based terrain building and card-based modifiers for a unique ranch experience.

What players likedPlayers praise this deck-builder as a satisfying chain-combo game, like Luck be a Landlord, for its massive animal runs.

The catchRuns hinge on random animal draws, so a bad start often forces a restart.

Both are tagged Roguelike Deckbuilder, Deckbuilding and Card Battler.

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More about Menace from the Deep

What players liked

Players praise its unique take on Slay the Spire-like deck-building, with engaging story, atmosphere, and character variety.

The catch

Runs hinge on RNG and lopsided balance, with a long grind for meta upgrades.

Reviews: 85% positive from 2,456
Released: 2024
Finish it: 32% of players
Steam Deck: Steam Deck Unsupported
Price: Lowest ever $5.94 (2026-04-09)
Play: Single-player

It is here because it sits in the band this site looks at: well reviewed at 85% positive, but with 2,456 reviews, far fewer than the household names carry.

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