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About Net Raiders
Net Raiders is a strategy game blending RPG, deck-building, and roguelike mechanics. Set in a decaying digital realm, players navigate procedurally generated environments as they battle enemies using a system of card synthesis. Developed by Obliqon Inc. and released on March 31 2026, it’s a PC-only title designed for single-player sessions. The core loop revolves around combining cards to create powerful effects while managing limited resources. It’s a game for players who enjoy tactical depth and resource management over action-driven gameplay.
Gameplay
Each session tasks you with assembling a deck from modular cards that represent abilities, items, and status effects. Combat is turn-based and grid-based, requiring you to synthesize overlapping cards to trigger chain reactions. For example pairing a fire spell with a shield might create an explosive barrier. Progression involves unlocking new card types and upgrading existing ones but balancing your deck’s complexity is key. Later levels introduce randomized modifiers altering enemy behavior or terrain. Controls are keyboard/mouse focused with a slight learning curve. Sessions typically last 1-2 hours with permadeath adding replay value.
What Players Think
PlayPile users rate it 82% with a 7.5/10 critic average. Average playtime is 9.2 hours but only 37% of players finish the main story. Community moods show 68% find it curious while 52% express frustration. One review calls it “a deep system with rewarding combos” while another notes “repetitive late-game combat.” There are 120 achievements with players unlocking 73% on average. The game’s niche design appeals to strategy fans but its steep difficulty curve turns off others.
PlayPile's Take
Net Raiders is worth trying if you enjoy careful strategy and deck-building. The synthesis mechanic offers fresh challenges but the lack of hand-holding and repetitive enemy patterns may test patience. With a $29.99 price tag and 120 achievements it provides decent value for completionists. However casual players might find it too punishing. Prioritize it if you’ve enjoyed games like Slay the Spire but be prepared to invest time in mastering its systems.
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