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60+ similar titles based on shared tags and player behavior. Themes include Strategy, Trading Card Game, Card Game, Free to Play.

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Fair free to play collectible card game in dark fantasy setting. "On the edge of the world, on the very border with the Abyss, mysterious masters of the Forbidden Game are looking for new disciples who could stand on their side in an endless game of existence."

Reviews: No user reviews — 50%
Released: Coming soon
Developer: True Story
Genres: Free To Play, Strategy
Platforms: Windows, Mac

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    97% matchMostly Positive76% of 33 reviews2019
    Dev: Ludus Ventus
    Windows

    You are a conjurer voyaging Mythos. Explore an easy to learn but difficult to master strategy card game.

    Why similar: Trading Card Game 71.8%, Strategy 21.8%, Indie 6.5%

  2. #2 Shadow Era
    96% matchMostly Positive77% of 70 reviews2022
    Dev: Wulven Game Studios
    Windows

    Shadow Era is the full scale, cross-platform collectible trading card game that you've been looking for, with the most generous free to play system out there! Enjoy the amazing dark fantasy artwork in a card game where strategy is most important.

    Why similar: Trading Card Game 63.5%, Dark Fantasy 20.7%, Strategy 15.8%

  3. #3 Astral Heroes
    95% matchMixed70% of 336 reviews2016
    Dev: Apus Software
    Windows
    Median: 2.8 hrsMean: 16.8 hrs≥1hr: 69%

    Astral Heroes is a Collectible Card Game that's simple to learn, exciting to play, and deep enough to challenge even the greatest strategists. It's the spiritual sequel to our older game, Astral Masters, which still enjoys a loyal following over ten years after its release!

    Why similar: Trading Card Game 66.3%, Strategy 26.6%, Indie 7.1%

  4. #4 Echovale
    94% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Curry On Rice
    Windows · Mac

    Collect, upgrade, and relax! As you gain more and more cards, you'll be able to upgrade any duplicates you have. Any cards you earn are yours forever! And in your downtime, why not make friends with all the townspeople?

    Why similar: Trading Card Game 79.1%, Strategy 18.9%, Indie 2%

  5. #5 Chelesste
    94% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: str4nger
    Windows

    Embark on an epic journey where chess meets magic and digital card games in Chelesste! Engage in battles on a mystical chessboard as you command powerful cards. Strategize and outwit your opponents in this thrilling blend of strategy, card gameplay, and chess-inspired tactics.

    Why similar: Trading Card Game 79.2%, Strategy 20.8%

  6. #6 Arcanard
    93% matchPositive80% of 10 reviews2025
    Dev: Normal Game Company
    Windows

    Enter the mystical world of Arcanard, a roguelike deck-building card game set in a universe shaped by nine powerful elements—Strike, Fire, Water, Ice, Earth, Wind, Electro, Holy, Dark, and Chrono. Assemble your deck, master elemental synergies, and face unpredictable challenges!

    Why similar: Trading Card Game 71.6%, Strategy 28.4%

  7. #7 Dreamscape Legends
    92% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Clint Bodungen
    Windows · Mac · Linux

    Set in a fantasy dream world, Dreamscape Legends is a uniquely new online trading card game where quests, narrative story, and even dialogue are generated dynamically based on all of your previous actions, game and quest results, dialogue interactions, and more!

    Why similar: Trading Card Game 70%, Strategy 17.2%, Dark Fantasy 11.1%, Indie 1.7%

  8. #8 Jumara
    91% match4 user reviews100% of 4 reviews2026
    Dev: SAW
    Windows

    A tactical card game of structure and precision. Build decks, charge Totems, and master the Tox System , a logic-based sequence mechanic that defines every encounter.

    Why similar: Trading Card Game 72.7%, Strategy 14.1%, Dark Fantasy 11.7%, Indie 1.5%

  9. #9 DRAKERZ-Confrontation
    91% matchMixed52% of 259 reviews2014
    Dev: Peoleo Entertainment
    Windows
    Median: 1.1 hrsMean: 10.6 hrs≥1hr: 52%

    The Trading Card Game in Augmented Reality.

    Why similar: Trading Card Game 65.4%, Strategy 28.3%, Indie 6.2%

  10. #10 Soul Shards
    90% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Psion Tech, S.A.
    Windows

    Soul Shards is a real time strategy game that combines the deep strategy of traditional card games with the immersion and fast pace of FPS games

    Why similar: Trading Card Game 60.1%, Strategy 31.1%, Indie 8.8%

  11. #11 WWII Partisanen
    89% match9 user reviews22% of 9 reviews2020
    Dev: TWO B SOFT
    Windows

    World War II, Poland, partisans…

    Why similar: Trading Card Game 50.2%, Strategy 49.8%

  12. #12 Nightmares
    89% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: https://steamcommunity.com/groups/NightmaresCardGaming
    Windows · Mac

    Nightmares is a combination of a classic collectible card game and a roguelike deck builder. Race against the clock to defeat your opponent before your sanity runs out. Win or lose, you'll get the opportunity to upgrade your deck. Can you craft the ultimate deck for an undefeated run?

    Why similar: Trading Card Game 59.2%, Strategy 23.9%, Dark Fantasy 16.8%

  13. #13 Journey of Greed
    88% matchVery Positive89% of 1,325 reviews2019
    Dev: Dird GamesPub: XD
    Windows · Mac
    Median: 3.2 hrsMean: 8.5 hrs≥1hr: 88%

    This is a perfect hybrid of social board game and strategy card game. Steal, set traps, assassinate, escape, mind games... Compete online with three other players at each adventure and use every mean possible to gain the most coins.

    Why similar: Trading Card Game 63.5%, Strategy 29.4%, Indie 7.2%

  14. #14 Solar Command
    87% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Galactic Games LLC
    Windows · Mac

    Welcome to the interstellar age. Prepare your decks, build your fleet, and construct an empire that will rule the galaxy. Enlist in the closed alpha today.

    Why similar: Trading Card Game 53.7%, Strategy 36.1%, Indie 10.3%

  15. #15 Global Conflict - The Trading Card Game
    86% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Studio 37
    Windows

    BUILD, BATTLE, and CONQUER your way to victory in Global Conflict - The Trading Card Game! Assemble decks with strategic precision and engage in fierce turn-based battles against rival factions. Each move and decision will shape the course of the game, offering endless challenges and triumphs.

    Why similar: Trading Card Game 78.8%, Strategy 21.2%

  16. #16 Jaro TCG
    84% match9 user reviews78% of 9 reviews2025
    Dev: Devour LabsPub: Santiago Peniza Amoros
    Windows

    Juega ya mismo a Jaro TCG. Enfréntate a tus amigos invitándolos con un código y que gane el mejor.

    Why similar: Trading Card Game 71.9%, Strategy 28.1%

  17. #17 Dream Keeper
    85% match4 user reviews100% of 4 reviews2019
    Dev: Dern LinPub: DDLin
    Windows

    Dream Keeper is a survival game that combines top-down-shooters with deck building that plays in real time. You have to build your own deck and embark to this dream world that is swarmed with "nightmares". Your job is to survive and to eliminate nightmares using the deck you built.

    Why similar: Trading Card Game 65.3%, Strategy 27%, Indie 7.7%

  18. #18 Parallel
    83% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Parallel Studios
    Windows

    Earth, 10,000 years in the future. Five parallel evolutions of humanity fight for control of the planet they once called home. Pick a faction, build a deck, and battle your peers from around the world for control over Earth and the ultimate source of power in the galaxy.

    Why similar: Trading Card Game 72.2%, Strategy 27.8%

  19. #19 NOVEMS
    82% matchVery Positive88% of 51 reviews2025
    Dev: MediaLabGames
    Windows

    Cut open your destiny with 9 cards! Master strategy in a turn-based roguelike auto-battler. Collect cards and survive battles by utilizing 'placement' and 'linking' mechanics.

    Why similar: Trading Card Game 78.8%, Strategy 19%, Indie 2.3%

  20. #20 Sphirit
    82% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: MixedPixels
    Windows

    Tactical RPG with grid-based battles where masters summon mystical creatures, use skill cards, and control the battlefield in strategic duels.

    Why similar: Trading Card Game 85.7%, Strategy 10%, Indie 4.3%

  21. #21 Tarot
    81% match1 user reviews100% of 2 reviews2026
    Dev: Knights of Terminus
    Windows

    Tarot is a Rouge-like deck builder themed around the Major and Minor Arcana of the Tarot.

    Why similar: Trading Card Game 72.7%, Strategy 15.5%, Dark Fantasy 8.9%, Atmospheric 2.9%

  22. #22 Cardfight!! Vanguard Dear Days
    80% matchMostly Positive76% of 1,216 reviews2022
    Dev: FURYU CorporationPub: Bushiroad Inc.
    Windows
    Median: 17.1 hrsMean: 37.1 hrs≥1hr: 91%

    The ultimate digital Vanguard experience that includes an original story set in the world of overDress! Compete with players worldwide with "Ranked Fight," play solo casually with "CPU Fight," and enjoy the game and experience the world of Vanguard at your own pace via many other fight modes.

    Why similar: Trading Card Game 83.4%, Strategy 16.6%

  23. #23 SUM
    79% matchMixed67% of 12 reviews2025
    Dev: PunkVenture
    Windows

    This is a calm yet immersive puzzle-centered platformer, well-suited for players who enjoy mechanical interactions and solving puzzles. It allows you to experience the fun of discovering and overcoming challenges without the pressure of combat.

    Why similar: Trading Card Game 86.6%, Atmospheric 10.1%, Indie 3.3%

  24. #24 Battles of the Valiant Universe CCG
    81% matchMixed50% of 40 reviews2017
    Dev: Silent Legends
    Windows · Mac

    “Battles of the Valiant Universe” is a free-to-play collectible card game based on the Valiant Comics universe. Its exclusive game mechanics include real time PvP, combos and power-ups which are making it one of the most exciting online collectible card games yet.

    Why similar: Trading Card Game 67.3%, Strategy 25.5%, Indie 7.2%

  25. #25 The Lost Throne 失落的王座
    79% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: shiva game
    Windows

    "The Lost Throne" is a trading card game with great world settings. We will be developing other modes like tournament system, single PVE, co-op PVE, special PVP and so on.

    Why similar: Trading Card Game 79.7%, Strategy 14.6%, Dark Fantasy 5.7%

  26. #26 Doomtrooper CCG
    77% matchMostly Positive76% of 164 reviews2020
    Dev: Secret Cow Level
    Windows · Mac · Linux

    Get ready for demonic aliens, cyber-mechanical vehicles, and interplanetary chainsaw warfare! Doomtrooper is a digital adaptation of the physical card game by the same name. Play Warrior cards to form your squad and earn victory points by eliminating the enemy's forces. Now in Early Access!

    Why similar: Trading Card Game 82.5%, Strategy 15.1%, Indie 2.3%

  27. #27 Another World Quest
    76% matchMostly Positive79% of 24 reviews2022
    Dev: 绝不可能的异世界企划委员会
    Windows

    The painting run group project derived card game "AnotherWorldQuest".It tells the story of a group of travellers to the other world and in the face of disaster.The game itself is similar to "Hearthstone" kind of card game, has a complete battle, collection, card draw function, etc..

    Why similar: Trading Card Game 69.4%, Strategy 30.6%

  28. #28 Monsters & Magics: Digital Card Game
    75% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2025
    Dev: Vestri the Dwarf
    Windows · Linux

    Battle against your friends online or computer controlled enemies in this digital card game. Play with the unique Summoning mechanic while the Action point system keep turns short and impactful. Unlock new cards by playing to build decks with varied strategies.

    Why similar: Trading Card Game 70.7%, Strategy 25.8%, Indie 3.6%

  29. #29 Against the Horde
    75% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Sandworm Entertainment
    Windows

    A roguelike deckbuilder where you can customise your deck with thousands of unique cards. Upgrade, draft, and buy new cards, and use powerful items on a unique battlefield that favours battlefield movement and card play. Master the five factions and stand Against the Horde.

    Why similar: Trading Card Game 57.9%, Strategy 24.4%, Dark Fantasy 15.8%, Indie 1.9%

  30. #30 AutoArena
    74% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: MoJo Game
    Windows

    AutoArena is a lineup-building auto-chess game. As a fortune-teller, use foresight to acquire divination cards and build your lineup. Engage in multiple rounds of battles against the traces of other fortune-tellers in the Stream of Memories, ultimately guiding yourself toward the right destiny!

    Why similar: Trading Card Game 59.7%, Strategy 25.1%, Dark Fantasy 15.2%

  31. #31 Random Isles
    74% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: MounightGames
    Windows

    This is a world filled with a vast amount of random elements. Obtain random equipment and skills through card draws, use maps to enter random stages (you may even enter reward stages that require no combat at all). Continuously acquire stronger items to challenge tougher stages and bosses.

    Why similar: Trading Card Game 74.3%, Strategy 23.8%, Indie 1.9%

  32. #32 Bud Masters - Peace Edition
    73% matchMostly Positive76% of 17 reviews2024
    Dev: Other Account GamesPub: The Streets Network
    Windows

    Bud Masters - 'Peace Edition' is a fun, easy to pick up nostalgic weed lifestyle card game. Free from deck building or any additional complexities, 'Peace Edition' is a casual, chill, yet challenging card game with no additional accounts, no micro-transactions or in game purchases required.

    Why similar: Trading Card Game 85.5%, Strategy 9.7%, Indie 4.7%

  33. #33 考试 Exam
    73% match2 user reviews100% of 2 reviews2025
    Dev: Timothy
    Windows

    This is a game that simulates student exams. By skillfully using cards, you can increase the scores and accuracy of questions, pass exams with gradually increasing difficulty, maintain sufficient vitality, and ultimately graduate successfully.

    Why similar: Trading Card Game 81.3%, Strategy 16.5%, Indie 2.2%

  34. #34 Arcane Treasures: Trading Card Game
    73% matchNo user reviews2026
    Dev: Sammy Bunting
    Windows

    Build a whimsical deck of cartoon animals to battle foes & uncover special treasures in this cute but competitive online Trading Card Game! Collect trading cards featuring indie artists' works, open booster packs, and complete challenges to expand your collection!

    Why similar: Trading Card Game 82.8%, Strategy 14.1%, Indie 3%

  35. #35 OPA: Super Janken
    72% matchMixed69% of 16 reviews2025
    Dev: DropSoftOPA
    Windows

    A reimagining of the classic Rock-Paper-Scissors to make it more competitive and engaging. Collect the cards and boost your score by facing increasingly stronger opponents.

    Why similar: Trading Card Game 60.5%, Strategy 26.2%, Dark Fantasy 11%, Indie 2.2%

  36. #36 Silberheim Evolving Card Game
    72% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Beyond Worlds GmbH
    Windows · Mac · Linux

    Silberheim Evolving Card Game is a highly complex CCG with rich lore and customizable cards. Discover your own path to harnessing the magical resource Flux and unlock new memory fragments (cards) to prove yourself in the mystical world of Silberheim.

    Why similar: Trading Card Game 73.1%, Strategy 26.9%

  37. #37 Swords, Arrows & Shields
    71% match3 user reviews100% of 3 reviews2026
    Dev: Mocq Games
    Windows · Mac

    Swords, Arrows & Shields is a 2D card game that introduces a unique set of rules, in which luck and strategy intertwine within a tarot-inspired theme. Your goal is to outscore your opponent after 10 rounds by forming sets of Major Arcana cards with matching colors.

    Why similar: Trading Card Game 69%, Strategy 28.7%, Indie 2.3%

  38. #38 Decks
    71% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Tomas Engelthaler
    Windows

    Collect cards, build powerful decks, and embark on real-time expeditions with your friends. Play through 1-2 player quests, 4 player raids or get competitive against other deckbuilders on the PvP ladder.

    Why similar: Trading Card Game 62.1%, Strategy 37.9%

  39. #39 Dobro Goranku
    70% matchMixed64% of 25 reviews2025
    Dev: Moonlabs
    Windows · Mac

    A TCG like you’ve never played before. Dobro Goranku combines fast-paced action, deep strategy, and the art of bluffing, letting you build unique decks and defeat rivals in breathtaking duels.

    Why similar: Trading Card Game 69.2%, Strategy 27.1%, Indie 3.7%

  40. #40 The Podcaster
    70% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Coding Better Days
    Windows

    🎙️ The Podcaster is a simulator where you manage your schedule, interview guests, and expand and customize your studio. Use topic cards to spark conversations and guide unique interviews. Grow your channel and rise to the top of the podcasting world!

    Why similar: Trading Card Game 69.2%, Strategy 28.2%, Indie 2.6%

  41. #41 World of Myths
    70% matchVery Positive84% of 308 reviews2019
    Dev: Rebellious Software
    Windows

    Take control of the battle, crush the opponent’s temples and rise to victory in a card game where the usual tactics don't work. Pledge loyalty to your favorite Mythology. Bring back the glory of the ancient Gods or become a God yourself.

    Why similar: Trading Card Game 73.8%, Strategy 20.5%, Indie 5.7%

  42. #42 HoCWar
    71% matchMixed56% of 138 reviews2016
    Dev: HoCWar
    Windows
    Median: 1.1 hrsMean: 9.1 hrs≥1hr: 51%

    Immerse yorself into the harsh world of ruthless card battles!

    Why similar: Trading Card Game 59%, Strategy 39%, Indie 2%

  43. #43 PredaDeck
    69% matchNo user reviews2027
    Dev: Eternal Flame
    Windows · Mac · Linux

    PredaDeck is a trading card game that transforms the brutal yet exquisite real-world food chain into a competitive strategic duel. Here, knowledge is your sharpest claw, and strategy is your only law of survival.

    Why similar: Trading Card Game 83.4%, Strategy 12.9%, Indie 3.7%

  44. #44 Castlehold
    69% matchMostly Positive73% of 89 reviews2021
    Dev: 5TH Cell
    Windows

    Castlehold is an innovative competitive strategy game, featuring the new Active Resource Control (ARC) System. Build your Army, lead your troops into Battle and see how you stack up against your opponent in fast-paced, strategic combat.

    Why similar: Trading Card Game 83.1%, Strategy 16.9%

  45. #45 Virtual Frenzy- Nexus Corps
    67% matchPositive94% of 18 reviews2025
    Dev: Ninth Games Co., Ltd
    Windows

    Virtual Frenzy - Nexus Corps is a free-to-play card game that fuses VTuber culture with strategy. Players build VTuber teams and battle in real-time using collectible card mechanics.

    Why similar: Trading Card Game 81.7%, Strategy 16.3%, Indie 2%

  46. #46 Call of Myth
    68% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Kadath studio
    Windows

    Call of Myth is a CCG that will take you to the dark universe of horrors created by H. P. Lovecraft. Find your own strategy, crush your foes with brute force or turn them insane. Take the side of the Unspeakable horrors or Defenders of humanity. Choose your own path!

    Why similar: Trading Card Game 61.2%, Strategy 23.9%, Dark Fantasy 6.7%, Atmospheric 6.2%, Indie 2%

  47. #47 Berserk Reborn
    68% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: WILLIWAW HubPub: IDC Games
    Windows

    Berserk Reborn is a collectible card MMO where you will fight to rule the world of Udhin. Form squads, get legendary cards and defeat your enemies to become a legend of the world of Udhin.

    Why similar: Trading Card Game 61.2%, Dark Fantasy 21.8%, Strategy 17%

  48. #48 Relics - The Card Game
    68% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Double EXP
    Windows

    Relics is a fast-paced, accessible collectible card game about treasure hunting, with a rougelike twist.

    Why similar: Trading Card Game 78.9%, Strategy 19.6%, Indie 1.6%

  49. #49 Kamigami: Spirits of the Nature
    67% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Dream Stories
    Windows

    Get ready for another card battling adventure on Kamigami! Easy to play, hard to master, collect brand new cards, face over 80 opponents, build your strategies and restore peace to the gods!

    Why similar: Trading Card Game 78.2%, Strategy 18.4%, Indie 3.4%

  50. #50 Clash of Worlds
    67% matchNo user reviews2026
    Dev: Thuri Tech Studios
    Windows

    Clash of Worlds is a turn-based strategic card game. Similar gameplay mechanics to Yu-Gi-Oh!. Featuring multiple supported formats and a developer who cares about fun. All gameplay is manual, as if playing "in real life". Join the Discord for help or if you have questions.

    Why similar: Trading Card Game 81.1%, Strategy 16.3%, Indie 2.6%

  51. #51 Abysswalkers
    66% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Grim SyndicatePub: Bottled Galaxy
    Windows · Mac

    A fantasy strategy trading card game

    Why similar: Trading Card Game 67%, Dark Fantasy 17.1%, Strategy 14.1%, Indie 1.7%

  52. #52 Another Where
    65% match3 user reviews100% of 3 reviews2025
    Dev: Milone RobertoPub: GameDevIta
    Windows

    A card-based roguelike adventure with mystery and investigation. Explore strange worlds, gather powerful cards, and build your deck to overcome unexpected challenges. Every run is a new story. Game accessible even to younger audiences.

    Why similar: Trading Card Game 79.7%, Strategy 20.3%

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