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Steam users say this roguelike deck-builder is too hard - here’s why they’re wrong
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I’ve been completely obsessed with Wildfrost since it came out, so I was surprised to discover it’s getting mixed reviews on Steam. According to reviewers, it’s wildly unbalanced. The heroes are too weak, the enemies are too tough, and the random elements make it impossible to build a solid deck.
All of these things would be valid complaints, except for one teensy problem: they’re completely wrong.
Yes, Wildfrost is hard, and it can be punishing at times, but the challenge level is exactly what I expect from the roguelike genre. As someone that plays tons of roguelike deck-builders, I don’t think it’s much harder than games like Slay the Spire or Monster Train. Lots of my Wildfrost runs ended in failure, especially when I was starting out, but I’ve managed to beat the game plenty of times over and have even unlocked the true ending.
So why are so many people frustrated by Wildfrost? I think that part of the problem has to do with the game’s art style. The character designs are absolutely adorable, and I suspect that the cute cards are drawing in people that don’t play a lot of roguelikes. If you’re not used to the genre, dying over and over again probably feels incredibly frustrating.
I’ve also noticed some more experienced players complaining about the deck-building mechanics. Wildfrost typically gives players three cards to choose from. There’s no way to reroll the choices you’re given, so if you’re unhappy with your options, you’re out of luck.
The random aspects of Wildfrost are something I definitely struggled with early on. Sometimes, the stars aligned and I got one great card after another. During other runs, I was stuck with duds or cards that didn’t seem to work together. I tried to take advantage of card synergies, but I couldn’t always pull it off.
After a long string of defeats, I managed to build the perfect team. Even the toughest enemies were no match for my lineup. I racked up one victory after the next until I finally completed my first successful run. Then, I started up another playthrough and made a horrifying discovery.
When you finish a normal run in Wildfrost, the companion cards you used to defeat the final boss are temporarily locked away. The only way to get those cards back is to guide a new team to victory. To make things worse, you have to face off against a more powerful version of the team you built.
At first, I hated that I didn’t have access to my favorite cards, but after a few unsuccessful runs, I began to change up my strategy. Instead of going for the biggest and best cards every time, I started to experiment. If I got stuck with a seemingly weak card, I tried to find a way to use it effectively.
Before long, I’d completed another successful run, and then another, and another. Some of Wildfrost’s cards are definitely better than others, but nearly every card can lead you to victory if you take a smart approach. The RNG gods won’t always be in your favor, but a solid strategy and skillful play can get you through almost any run.
Wildfrost is a fantastic deck-builder, but it’s also an exceptional tactics game. Some cards definitely make it easier to win, but the real key to victory is to use your cards in the right way. If you move cards to the right position and take advantage of buffs and debuffs, you can tear through enemies even if you’re stuck with a lackluster deck.
I get why people are complaining about Wildfrost’s difficulty level, but I can’t agree with them. While I wouldn’t mind a few quality-of-life updates, the game is pretty close to perfect in its current state. If you’ve been struggling to get past Wildfrost’s challenges, don’t give up on it just yet. It’s a tough game, but it’s much easier—and more rewarding—than it initially appears to be.
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Wildfrost Mobile - Gameplay Android iOS
Game: Wildfrost Mobile Genre: Tactical Roguelike Deckbuilder Gameplay: WILDFROST GAME **This app is 'try before you buy' - players have the option to purchase the full game once the demo has been completed** The sun has frozen over. The world has succumbed to the Wildfrost. Now only the town of Snowdwell and its survivors stand as the last bastion against an eternal winter… Build up a deck of powerful card companions and elemental items, as you battle to banish the frost once and for all! * Build your perfect deck with over 160 cards! * Endless replayability with daily runs and challenges * Great for new and veteran card game fans alike, with an all-new tutorial and difficulty scaling ‘Storm Bell’ system * Recruit cute card companions, elemental items and equip powerful charms to aid in your fight against the Wildfrost * Choose your Leader from a variety of tribes, each with randomized skills and stats * Master a dynamic ‘counter’ system to put your strategic skills to the test * Expand and develop the hub town of Snowdwell between runs * Unlock new cards, events, customisation options and more! * Fully updated and ready to play with the latest content - ‘Better Adventures’ & ‘Storm Bells’! * Updated UI for mobile play “Excellent” 9/10 - Gamereactor “Impressive” - 9/10 Screen Rant “A Hot New Card Game” 9/10 - The Sixth Axis “A perfect balance of accessibility and strategic depth” - 83, PC Gamer “A Fresh, Unique Deck-Building Roguelike” - The Escapist Wildfrost Mobile Release.
7LGAMEPLAY8952024-04-13
DEEPLY CUSTOMIZABLE ROGUELIKE DECKBUILDER?MAYBE!
Actually,I myself am a non-meat Roguelike-Deckbuilding enthusiast (and of course not very knowledgeable.Before played this game,I only tried Yu-Gi-Oh Master Duel.(x
When talking about RoguelikeDBG,Slay The Spire is always a masterpiece that can't be detoured,now it still keeps 97% positive reviews out of more than 90,000 reviews on steam!
Now back to the main topic,when I see Indies'Lies for the first time,the whole picture tone makes me feel more gentle and harmonious.Unless you hate the style of the game,or the cards, character states and tips for newcomers to the tutorial make the game easy to learn.
KEKEnate5K2022-07-06
When I think of card based roguelikes, lots of games come to mind. This game adds the element of combos to the mix and has my attention more then a lot of the others. Your cards are not one and done. You add them to your combo and your attack grows each round. Can you afford the health to get a super powerful combo attack? That adds a lot more thinking and strategy then some of the other deck building games. I am watching this game for its future.
Jathem Sonet1412023-12-29
View desktop siteTapTap looks better
on the app 
smh people these days are so impatient with games. Roguelike deck-builders especially take more time to progress and losing a lot in the beginning is part of the experience. Or some of these Steam reviewers just need to git gud at it xD
2023-04-26
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