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Sanctum Ruins

A strategic roguelike deck-builder. Build your deck, master 8 unique classes, and conquer the Sanctum in quick sessions. Free to play.

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Lakehouse Interactive
Publisher
Lakehouse Interactive
Release
April 17, 2026
107 days ago
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About the Game

Descend into the depths of a living dungeon in this strategic roguelike deck-builder.

OVERVIEW

Sanctum Ruins challenges you to build the perfect deck, defeat increasingly dangerous foes, and conquer the dungeon in quick sessions. Each run is different: adapt your strategy, discover powerful cards, and push deeper into the Sanctum.

FEATURES

STRATEGIC DECK-BUILDING: Build your deck as you progress. Every card choice matters. Synergize abilities to create devastating combos!

8 UNIQUE CLASSES

Each class offers a distinct playstyle. Start with 2 immediately and unlock the rest by playing:

Cleric - Healing, devotion, and righteous damage

Dungeon Knight - Fortify, block, and counterattack

Diabolist - Dark contracts and demonic power

Oathsworn - Sacred vows with powerful rewards

Fey-Touched - Chaotic luck and whimsy

Celestial - Divine radiance and holy magic

Summoner - Command minions in battle

Bargainer - Make deals with powerful entities

ROGUELIKE PROGRESSION

Three challenging acts with unique enemies, elites, and bosses. Choose your path wisely: events, shops, and rest sites offer strategic decisions.

META-PROGRESS

Unlock permanent upgrades between runs. Even in defeat, you grow stronger.

THE JOURNEY

The Sanctum calls to the worthy but dark, ancient powers stir in its depths. Will you reach the heart of the dungeon?

Begin your descent.

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