The new game does not copy its predecessor. The project bets on turn-based combat, a card system, combo-building, and dungeon exploration, while preserving the signature "snowball" progression. Players use cards with increasing mana costs, extend streaks through special cards, upgrade weapons, and create powerful builds.
The first scores show that there has been no major failure. On OpenCritic, the game has 82/100 and 88% recommendations. It is not the main hit of the year, but the start is confident.
Journalists praise the addictive gameplay loop in the spirit of "just one more run," the combination of strategy and chaos, build variety, and a sense of depth despite the accessibility. They note the pacing, stable performance on handheld devices, and the preservation of the original's atmosphere.
There are also complaints. Critics speak of repetitiveness after several hours, balance issues, excessive grinding, and the fact that not all builds are equally effective.