Taking Today Off
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About Taking Today Off
Taking Today Off is a roguelike deck-builder from Orange Ink Studio that turns daily life into a quirky strategy game. Released in 2026, it blends card management with playful customization. Players draw and place cards representing tasks, then enhance them with stickers and tools to create synergies. The goal? Balance efficiency and fun across randomized runs. Its minimalist art and casual tone make it stand out in the strategy genre. Best suited for short sessions, it’s a low-stakes game about reclaiming control of chaotic schedules.
Gameplay
Each run starts with a shuffled deck of life tasks like "Email" or "Laundry." You play cards onto a grid, linking them with stickers (e.g., a coffee cup boosting productivity) and tools (like a "Distraction" card that reshuffles your hand). Success depends on chaining effects, say, combining "Grocery Shop" with a "Coupon" sticker to gain extra resources. The roguelike loop means no two games are alike; failing a run resets your deck but keeps earned upgrades. Controls are streamlined, with drag-and-drop placement and intuitive card effects. Sessions average 15, 25 minutes, making it ideal for quick bursts of strategy.
What Players Think
PlayPile users rate Taking Today Off 4.3/5, with 72% completing its 10-hour base campaign. Community moods lean relaxed (68%) and curious (22%), though 10% find the randomness frustrating. Critics praise its "refreshing take on deck-building" (PC Gamer, 8.5/10) but note limited long-term depth. Average playtime is 6.2 hours, with 45% of players beating the main story in under 8 hours. Achievement completion sits at 89%, reflecting accessible challenges. Most praise the sticker system for adding creativity, though some wish for more card variety.
PlayPile's Take
At $12, Taking Today Off is a solid pick for fans of casual strategy. It excels as a stress-free game for 20-minute breaks, with 25 achievements offering light replayability. While not as deep as Slay the Spire, its charm and simplicity make it addictive in short doses. Skip if you prefer grind-heavy mechanics, this is about quick wins and quirky humor. Best for players who want to unwind without investing hours.
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