Cardbound Realms

Cardbound Realms nails the deckbuilder itch. Each run you assemble a deck from what the game offers, and the fun is in spotting a combo two rooms before it pays off. Runs are short enough to fit anywhere but deep enough to keep pulling you back.

The card pool is broad and the classes play very differently. One deck is about stacking shields and outlasting enemies, another burns everything down in three turns. Balance is solid, and losing usually teaches you something.

The interface is clean, drag-and-drop works well on a small screen, and there's a daily challenge that keeps things fresh. Easy recommendation for anyone who likes card games.

What we liked

• Rewarding combo discovery
• Distinct, replayable classes
• Great touch-friendly interface