Dice-Based Deck-Building Roguelike Tamarak Trail Coming to Switch, PlayStation, and Xbox Platforms

Yarrow Games, an independent game studio, is thrilled to announce its upcoming deck-building roguelike, Tamarak Trail, in partnership with leading independent video game publisher Versus Evil. The game is set to release on Switch, PlayStation, and Xbox platforms alongside its Steam launch this summer. Tamarak Trail offers a unique twist on the genre by utilizing customizable dice instead of traditional cards.

In Tamarak Trail, players assume the role of a member of the secretive Sturgeon Lodge. Tasked with unraveling the mystery of a decaying Earth and eradicating the corruption responsible, players must brave a forest full of horrors. To embark on this adventure, players can choose one of three distinct characters: The Magician, the Tracker, or the Detective. Each character possesses unique abilities and traits, allowing players to develop their own strategies as they traverse the ominous trail.

The game features procedurally-generated paths that provide endless possibilities. Along the journey, players will encounter a variety of events, monsters, campsites, treasures, and more. Each new discovery unveils bonuses and strategies for players to explore and utilize.

Combat in Tamarak Trail requires tactical dice-building. Players must carefully select dice faces that can be used for direct attacks, buffs, debuffs, damage over time, defense, and more. The ability to “flip” dice faces for combo attacks adds an additional layer of strategy. After each victory, players can customize dice faces with new abilities, unlocking new attacks, defenses, and combinations for future battles. The control over dice rolls allows players to create devastating combo attacks, adding depth and excitement to the gameplay.

Tamarak Trail features a beautiful hand-drawn illustrative style, drawing inspiration from the Group of Seven, Canadian landscape painters from the 1920s, and illustrator Ivan Bilibin. The game’s art direction captures the essence of the Canadian wilderness. Drawing influence from roguelike deck builders like Slay the Spire, Tamarak Trail also pays homage to innovative titles such as Dicey Dungeons and Peglin. The game’s diverse and horrifying bestiary is inspired by the wildlife of Northern Ontario, creating a treacherous trail filled with danger and intrigue.

Steve Escalante, General Manager of Versus Evil, expressed his enthusiasm for the game, stating, “Tamarak Trail is among the most deep, engrossing deck builders I’ve ever played. We believe Tamarak Trail has such wide appeal that we are committed to bringing it to all major platforms right from the start. Fortunately, players won’t have to wait long to experience it, as it is launching this summer!”

Prepare to embark on a thrilling dice-based adventure in Tamarak Trail as you customize your dice and confront the challenges that await. The game’s strategic gameplay, captivating art style, and innovative mechanics are sure to captivate players on Switch, PlayStation, Xbox platforms, and PC. Stay tuned for the release this summer and be ready to face the treacherous trail that lies ahead.

Platforms: Microsoft Windows Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S

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