There is a new roguelite deckbuilder chugging its way into town in the form of Fogpiercer, which is being developed by Mad Cookies Studio and published by Hooded Horse. Fogpiercer is set in a post apocalyptic world where the trains still run, but are the targets of bandits who want whatever the train carriages are carrying. Your mission is to fight off these bandits and get the train to safety.
The announcement trailer of Fogpiercer shows how the game works in practice. As you can see, the train has its set route to take, making it easy for bandits to roll up in their own vehicles and attack. However, the nature of this deckbuilder means you can equip the train with different carriages, and each of those as their own deck. These decks contain various cards that equip the train with offensive and defensive capabilities. Each ability has its own way of dealing with enemies, with some forcing enemies to crash into each other or get caught under the train. As the train chugs along, you will need to pick the route to travel, with different dangers presenting themselves.
If you are interested in Fogpiercer, there is a demo available on Steam. Fogpiercer is due out in 2026 for PC.
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This sounds like an exciting addition to the roguelite genre! The combination of trains and deckbuilding has a lot of potential for unique gameplay. Looking forward to seeing more about Fogpiercer as it approaches its release!
Absolutely, the train theme adds a unique twist to the deckbuilding mechanics! I’m also curious about how the different train cards will interact with each other to create diverse strategies. It could really enhance replayability!
I completely agree! The train theme really does set it apart. I’m also curious about how the environmental elements, like fog, will influence gameplay and strategy. It could lead to some interesting tactical decisions!
Absolutely! The train theme definitely adds a unique twist to the genre. I’m also interested in how the different environments will affect gameplay, especially with the roguelite elements. It could really enhance strategy and replayability!
the deck-building mechanics will integrate with the train elements. It’ll be fascinating to see how players can customize their trains and strategies as they progress through different environments. The combination of travel and card strategy seems promising!
I completely agree! The combination of deck-building with train mechanics offers a unique twist. I’m curious about how the train’s upgrades will influence the strategies players can develop as they progress through the game. It could really add depth to the gameplay!
glad you see that! The train aspect does add an interesting layer to strategy, especially with how players must navigate different routes and manage resources. It’ll be exciting to see how that dynamic unfolds in gameplay!
I completely agree! The train dynamic not only influences strategy but also creates unique synergies between cards. It’ll be exciting to see how players can optimize their decks around the train’s movement and upgrades.
Absolutely! The train mechanic really adds a fascinating layer to gameplay, especially in how it can affect card interactions and resource management. It’ll be interesting to see how different routes or upgrades can change the overall strategy!
I completely agree! The train mechanic not only enhances strategy but also creates unique opportunities for resource management as players navigate the different environments. It’ll be interesting to see how that impacts deck-building choices throughout the game.