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About Pawker
Pawker is a deckbuilding roguelike from Oh Baby Games that launched on PC and Mac in September 2025. Players guide cat-themed adventurers through procedurally generated runs, building decks to exploit synergies and outmaneuver enemies. The game leans into absurd humor with meme-based foes and feline archetypes like "Keyboard Warrior" and "Snuggie Enthusiast." Strategy fans will recognize its roots in classics like Slay the Spire, but with a focus on chaotic, cat-driven card combos. Expect a mix of planning and luck as you tweak decks between runs. It's a short but punchy experience that leans into whimsy without losing its tactical core.
Gameplay
Each run starts with a base cat and a limited deck. You pick cards to add based on available upgrades, enemy weaknesses, and your long-term strategy. Combat is turn-based, with cards that trigger effects like damaging foes, healing, or buffing future moves. The key is chaining abilities into "purrfect combos", think three cards that boost attack, then crit, then apply a debuff. Between fights, you’ll explore rooms for relics, respec, or extra cards. The game encourages experimentation, but randomness can derail even solid builds. Controls are snappy, and the art style adds to the chaotic energy. Sessions last 20, 40 minutes, with most players logging 5, 10 runs to beat the game.
What Players Think
Pawker holds an 8.7/10 average from critics and a 92% completion rate among PlayPile users, who log an average of 13 hours. Community moods are split: 68% "playful," 22% "nostalgic," and 10% "chaotic." Positive reviews praise the "refreshing twist on deckbuilders" and "charm that makes losses feel less brutal." Critics note the "randomness can frustrate," especially in later runs. The game’s 25 achievements are unlocked via specific deck combos or in-game milestones, with 42% of players hitting 100% completion. While 75% of users say it’s worth the $19.99 price tag, 20% call it "a quick playthrough, not a long-term grind."
PlayPile's Take
Pawker is best for players who enjoy deckbuilding’s strategy and roguelikes’ replayability. The low price and high completion rate make it a solid pick for casual and competitive gamers alike. Its humor and card synergy mechanics stand out, though the randomness might turn off purists. With 25 achievements and a 92% finish rate, it’s a short but satisfying loop that rewards experimentation. If you’ve sunk hours into similar games but want a lighter, fluffier alternative, Pawker’s your next play.
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