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Alina of the Arena

PINIX · Oct 13, 2022

PC · PS5 · Series X|S · PS4 · Xbox One · Switch

Teen

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Alina of the Arena is a roguelike deckbuilding tactics game that combines the finest elements from the best in the genre. Play as Alina, a formidable female gladiator who must engage in relentless combat in front of a bloodthirsty crowd to survive, round by round. With roguelike deckbuilding and hex-based tactics, players are no longer bound by simple attack and defense. Make use of dodges, knockbacks and anything you can to stay alive! Dynamic Deckbuilding: Pick up dozens of cards, keep the ones you need, and craft a unique deck as you fight your way through randomized levels that present a different challenge each run! Hex-based Tactics: Unlike traditional deck builders that focus on attack and defense, the tactics element adds a dimension of positioning. Dupe your enemies into attacking each other, or use the terrain to gain an upper hand. Dual Equipment System: Carry equipment in both hands to enhance your cards! You can dual wield daggers for extra damage, go with a sword and shield combo for rounded performance, or wreak havoc with a two-handed weapon. Figure out the best combination for each fight!

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PC

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PlayStation 5

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Critic reviews

  • Cubed3

    Athanasios · Jan 27, 2024

    6.0
    Alina of the Arena offers a neat blend of the typical deck-building fun, with the more complex battlefield of a grid-based strategy title. That said, it's a little underwhelming in terms of content, and even presentation (although the arena feel it provides is quite good). Plus it is in need of some rebalancing. Oh, and more cards that enable movement. Ah, yes, and the console-unfriendly control scheme leaves a lot to be desired on the Switch.
  • Game Grin

    Mike Crewe · Nov 23, 2023

    7.5
    I enjoyed my time with Alina of the Arena quite a lot. Although basic on a surface level, the level of replayability and customisation more than makes up for this. With multiple classes to play as, tonnes of cards to collect, and just the right amount of challenge, this is a roguelike deckbuilder that will more than likely have you itching for one more run, rather than throwing it in the discard pile.
  • Hey Poor Player

    Josh Speer · Nov 23, 2023

    8.0
    My nitpicks aside, there’s still a great game in Alina of the Arena, especially for hardcore fans of rogue-like deckbuilders and tactical warfare. The biggest hurdles to get past are the game’s UI quirks and the overall difficulty, but if you’re willing to persevere you’ll find a deep and satisfying combat system and a good amount of replay value. It’s especially fun for handheld gaming on Nintendo Switch.
  • PlayStation Country

    Richie · Nov 23, 2023

    8.0
    Alina of the Arena is a great turn-based, deck-building strategy game that cuts out all the faff and just puts you into a series of short but enjoyable battles and while it doesn't provide a great first impression, it's well worth sticking with.
  • Screen Rant

    Cody Gravelle · Nov 08, 2022

    8.0
    Ultimately, however, Alina of the Arena is an absolute blast, and that's what counts most in a genre filled to the brim with games attempting to compete for the same niche audience. While it's unlikely to become the main deckbuilder distraction for players who frequent the genre, it's a great side quest, one that will take dozens of hours before growing old or stale.

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