70%Strong matchCobalt Core
96%4k96% positive reviews, Overwhelmingly Positive across 4k reviews·Roguelike Deckbuilder · Card Game
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Pulsars and Crowbars is a rogue-like deck builder that combines grid-based tactical gameplay with character-driven storytelling. Unlock cards, craft your deck and save the galaxy!
Pulsars & Crowbars
SteamProfessor Pulsar has dispatched a legion of clones to restore order to a galaxy besieged by cyborgs, mobsters and monsters. You control a powerful team of specialists who will save the galaxy, or die trying. Unfortunately for your opponents, death won't stop your team of clones! Each attempt presents a new randomly-generated challenge in this deckbuilding strategy game, and a new team of clones!

As a team of clones selected by one of the greatest minds in the galaxy, you wield the most fearful powers known to science. Use wit, charisma and tactics to restore order to the galaxy. The legion of clones Professor Pulsar has created transmit their memories to each other with every death, and grow stronger with every attempt.

Capture and control tiles in the map to power your cards. The unique resource mechanic adds a new dimension to your strategic thinking! The more tiles you control, the more cards you can play.

A colorful cast of characters are waiting to meet you across the chaotic galaxy! Grow your relationships with them, and experience unique story events as you learn about who is really behind the tumult!

New surprises await each time you journey through an ever-changing galaxy. Complete quests and discover the secrets of deep space. Your choices shape relationships and the world around you.
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