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Tetra Tactics

Strategize, collect, upgrade. Tetra Tactics is a roguelite deckbuilder inspired by Triple Triad, featuring deep meta-progression and endless replayability. Outwit opponents on a 4x4 tactical grid, traverse branching maps, augment your cards, and combine powerful abilities to build the ultimate deck.

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Jabari Alii, Adrian Marple, manadream
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indie.io
Release
April 9, 2024
2 years and 115 days ago
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Mostly Positive63 reviews79.4%

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About the Game

Tetra Tactics is a roguelite deckbuilder inspired by the classic Triple Triad minigame from Final Fantasy VIII. Engage in strategic battles on a 4x4 grid, where each card's placement and orientation can turn the tide of combat. With over 100 unique cards, each bearing one of four elemental symbols—Sword, Magic, Shield, or Bow—mastering their interactions is key to victory.

Traverse three distinct maps, facing increasingly challenging enemies. As you progress, collect shards to unlock permanent perks and new heroes, each offering unique abilities and playstyles. Enhance your deck by upgrading cards, discovering powerful relics, and utilizing potions for temporary boosts. Every decision matters in your quest to build the ultimate deck.

Key Features:

  • Strategic Grid Combat: Engage in battles on a 4x4 grid where positioning and card orientation are crucial.  

  • Unique Hero Powers: Unlock new heroes and experiment with powerful abilities that redefine your strategy. Each hero brings a distinct playstyle, giving you a major edge in battle and encouraging fresh tactics with every run.

  • Elemental Symbols: Utilize cards with Sword, Magic, Shield, or Bow symbols, each with unique strengths and weaknesses.

  • Deck Customization: Collect and upgrade over 100 unique cards to tailor your deck to your strategy. No deck is invincible and you must adapt to your opponents' cards to win.

  • Meta-Progression: Earn shards to unlock permanent perks and new heroes, enhancing replayability.

  • Dynamic Combos: Trigger powerful card combos that can change the course of a battle.

  • Relics and Potions: Discover relics for passive bonuses and use potions for temporary advantages.

  • Practice Mode: Hone your skills without pressure in a dedicated practice environment

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