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Slay the Spire

Balor Games

4.4 ★ 29,368 ratings 1,000,000+ installs
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Our take

There’s a reason nearly every card-based roguelite since has been compared to this one. The card and relic combinations create real decision-making, not just number-go-up progression, and that depth translates to mobile better than most PC ports manage.

About Slay the Spire

We fused card games and roguelikes together to make the best single player deckbuilder we could. Craft a unique deck, encounter bizarre creatures, discover relics of immense power, and Slay the Spire!

Features

  • Dynamic Deck Building: Choose your cards wisely! Discover hundreds of cards to add to your deck with each attempt at climbing the Spire. Select cards that work together to efficiently dispatch foes and reach the top.
  • An Ever-changing Spire: Whenever you embark on a journey up the Spire, the layout differs each time. Choose a risky or safe path, face different enemies, choose different cards, discover different relics, and even fight different bosses!
  • Powerful Relics to Discover: Powerful items known as relics can be found throughout the Spire. The effects of these relics can greatly enhance your deck through powerful interactions. But beware, obtaining a relic may cost you more than just gold.
Google Play rating
4.4
29,368 reviews on Google Play ↗
Our editorial score
9.1 /10
Our independent opinion — not affiliated with Google.

Rating breakdown

5 ★
77%
4 ★
6%
3 ★
5%
2 ★
3%
1 ★
10%
Our Editorial Score 9.1 /10 Our independent editorial opinion.

What we like

  • Widely regarded as the deckbuilder that defined the modern genre
  • Procedurally varied runs mean no two climbs play the same
  • Relic and card synergy systems reward genuine strategic planning

Watch out for

  • Steep learning curve will lose players expecting a casual card game
  • Touch controls for a game built around careful card review can feel cramped on a phone screen
Verdict: A genre-defining deckbuilder that more than earns a spot on a phone, provided you're patient with its learning curve.

Additional information

Developer
Balor Games
Updated on
Aug 1, 2025
Version
2.6.0
Downloads
1,000,000+
Content rating
Everyone 10+
Requires Android
5.1
Released on
Jan 22, 2021
Category
Card
Offered by
$9.99