Runespell: Overture

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Runespell: Overture is a turn-based RPG that layers card game strategy over a medieval fantasy story. You control the Changeling, a half-god figure torn between mortal and divine forces, as he hunts a powerful enemy. Gameplay blends resource management and tactical combat through a poker-style card system where each decision affects your abilities and spells. Historical figures and Norse myths intertwine in a world where magic and politics collide, requiring you to balance exploration, dialogue, and battle to figure out the plot. Set in an alternate 15th century Europe with mythological twists, the game stands out for its genre mashup, adventure, strategy, and puzzle elements coexist with deck-building mechanics. The card system adds a strategic layer, as you collect and upgrade runes that influence both dialogue choices and combat outcomes. Though released in 2011, its niche approach to storytelling and mechanics has kept a small but dedicated audience. Available on PC and Linux, it offers a single-player campaign focused on narrative depth and tactical flexibility.