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Review of Roguebook on Xbox Series X/S

by Max Rathon Max Rathon photo Feb 2022
Cover image of Roguebook on Xbox Series X/S
Gamefings Score: 8.5
Released: 24 Feb 2022
Genre: Roguelike Deck-Building
Developer: Abrakam Entertainment
Publisher: Nacon

Introduction

Welcome to the world of *Roguebook*, a roguelike deck-building game that feels like someone took a page (see what I did there?) from a fantasy novel and decided to turn it into an epic card battle. Not only do you get to face off against tough enemies, but you can also blame your bad decisions on an ink-sucking book! Let's dive into the details of why this game has both charm and chaos packed inside, much like my bathroom cabinet.

Gameplay

*Roguebook* invites players to explore a magical overworld map formed by a mystical book that literally devours everything around it. As you venture through, you'll gain 'ink,' which works surprisingly well in helping to reveal hidden features on the map-think of it as the fairy godmother unlocking your closet of wonders, minus the fairy and plus a lot of existential dread. The combat system is turn-based and revolves around deck-building mechanics that are reminiscent of other gems in the genre, like *Slay the Spire*-but let's be real, nobody wants to remain in the shadow of another game, so *Roguebook* serves up its unique spin. You control two characters at once, and the fun really begins when you combine their unique decks. Each character has specific skills that can either synergize beautifully or result in a pile of wasted cards on the floor, much like my last attempt at cooking. Players accumulate money and gems, with gems enhancing your cards to take down the big bad bosses who await in each act like a creepy family member at holiday dinner-ever lurking, just waiting to attack your sanity. Winning is not just about gathering resources; players must engage in epic boss battles, and choosing between random avatars of the book can feel like a twisted family reunion where you reevaluate your life choices as you desperately try to survive. Permanent unlocks further enhance replayability, letting you carry over characters, cards, and other elements that might just save your gameplay the next time chaos inevitably ensues. Note that you can take your turns at your pace, for those of you who hold your breath like you're on a game show about to answer the final question.

Graphics

On the graphics front, *Roguebook* delivers eye-catching visuals that blend an artful, illustrative style with vibrant colors-much like a masterful Pinterest board that took years to curate. Each encounter feels as if it's popped right out of a hand-drawn storybook, fully deserving of a place on the shelf next to *Where the Wild Things Are* and *The Very Hungry Caterpillar*-mainly, because of the whole 'hungry for stories' theme. The animations during combat are fluid, keeping that satisfying feeling in check when your character does a victory dance after overwhelming a boss. Overall, *Roguebook* manages to maintain a cheerful yet slightly chaotic aesthetic that compliments its gameplay perfectly. It's not winning any Oscars just yet, but it's charming enough to keep you looking at the screen instead of your phone. Performance on the Xbox Series X/S is impressive, providing quick load times and smooth gameplay without hiccups-unless you happen to be using your console as a paperweight, because let's face it, there's always that one buddy ruining the mood.

Conclusion

To wrap it all up, *Roguebook* gives players a delightful blend of roguelike and deck-building mechanics while ensuring the replayability keeps the dusk-to-dawn sessions alive. The overworld encourages exploration-who knew getting lost in a book could feel this thrilling? Its unique combat, engaging graphics, and charming aesthetics deliver a perfect potion for both casual players and those who enjoy a bit more strategy in their gaming life. Sure, it may not reinvent the wheel in the deck-building genre, but with its addictive gameplay and playful art, you'll soon find yourself carving out hours of time in this delightful literary adventure that can only end in victory... or utter defeat. It's a book you won't be able to put down, even if it keeps asking for more ink!

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