Shroom and Gloom launches in Early Access on September 10

Devolver Digital releases Shroom and Gloom in Early Access on September 10, bringing a fresh twist to the deckbuilding genre. This launch matters because it combines first-person exploration with dual-deck mechanics, offering players a new way to manage resources and combat in a roguelike setting. We get to see how this hybrid approach holds up in a live environment.

First-person double deckbuilder hits Steam

The game launches on PC via Steam, developed by Team Lazerbeam and published by Devolver Digital. It is a first-person double deckbuilder roguelike that features hand-drawn art and 3D spaces. Players navigate hand-drawn dungeons while managing two distinct decks to progress through the game.

Gameplay revolves around two specific decks: an Explore deck for dungeon mechanics and a Combat deck for fighting fungal enemies. Devolver Digital describes the experience as using hundreds of cards to unleash synergies and combos on grotesque fungal foes. The core loop involves exploring depths and using cards to overcome hordes of enemies.

Shroom and Gloom is available globally in Early Access starting September 10. The game does not have a listed price at this time, so buyers should check the Steam store page for current costs. We will see if the early access version delivers on the promise of unique roguelike mechanics.

Source: Shroom and Gloom, Gematsu