Reverse: 1999

About

Reverse: 1999 flips the script on time travel tales by yanking the world from 1999 to a reimagined 1920s. You play as a survivor navigating this anachronistic landscape where arcane powers called Arcanum let certain people bend reality. Gameplay blends turn-based strategy with RPG progression as you build decks of action cards to manage combat and exploration. Each decision affects how you rescue civilians and figure out why the timeline got scrambled. The grid-based battles require balancing resource costs and positioning while upgrading your character’s abilities. What grabs attention is the nostalgic 1920s setting with a retrofitted look and quirky character designs. Steam reviews are 75% positive as of July 2023 with players praising the strategic depth of card combos. The art style mixes hand-drawn visuals with synthwave accents that pop on mobile and PC. While combat can feel slow for newcomers, fans of tactical RPGs appreciate the layering of deck-building and positioning. The story unfolds through environmental clues rather than heavy dialogue making it a brisk but absorbing 20-hour experience.