News: Cursed Tails - Naval Roguelite Deckbuilder Announced for PC
The naval roguelite deckbuilder Cursed Tails, developed by Sycix, just got announced on Steam. Players take on the role of the Cursed Fox Captain, wielding a mysterious medallion to summon a ghost ship from the abyss. The game blends deckbuilding with real-time naval combat in a ghostly fox purgatory setting, where you hunt enemy vessels, collect souls to free fox spirits, and guide lost souls toward a second chance at life. With satisfying mechanics and deep customization, it offers a unique mashup of genres featuring hybrid realtime and turn-based elements.
Core gameplay revolves around wielding magical cards as weapons of the sea in ship-to-ship battles. Combat unfolds in real-time, allowing players to pause to plan their hand before chaining combos that emphasize positioning, timing, and strategy. Abilities include spectral dashes, reflective armor, and devastating cannon volleys. At launch, there are 9 distinct fox classes, each with its own unique deck, mechanics, and playstyle. You can mix two classes per run to discover powerful synergies and build your crew and fleet your way, limited only by imagination.
Between intense battles, explore strange islands to sniff out buried treasure, uncover ancient mysteries, and strengthen your voyage. The colorful cast of characters and narrative elements reveal that not all that glitters is gold, as fate toys with those who defy destiny. Sycix, a lifelong gamer passionate about roguelikes and deckbuilders, has poured a decade-long dream into Cursed Tails. Players can wishlist the game on Steam to support this indie title and experience its innovative naval adventures.