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The Last Spell

Ishtar Games Nacon

8.2Metacritic
PC

"Defend humanity's last haven from the hordes of the night."

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소개

Command a hardened squad of heroes to defend the last bastion of humanity against overwhelming waves of undead. This dark fantasy tactical RPG blends turn-based combat with roguelite mechanics and tower defense elements, forcing you to withstand nightmarish assaults while protecting the mages casting the spell to save the world.

스토리

In a world ravaged by a cataclysmic purple mist created by reckless wizardry, the last remnants of mankind huddle in crumbling fortifications. You protect the mages channeling the 'The Last Spell'—a ritual to banish all magic and end the apocalypse—while fighting off the grotesque monsters birthed by the mist.

Gameplay

Experience a grueling cycle of day and night. During the day, manage resources to rebuild city defenses, heal wounds, and buy gear. By night, engage in intense turn-based grid combat where a handful of heroes must hold back hundreds of enemies using lethal skills derived entirely from their equipment.

Key Features

  • 1Asymmetric Tactical Combat (Few vs. Hundreds)
  • 2Deep Roguelite Meta-Progression
  • 3Classless Hero Building via Gear
  • 4Day/Night Cycle Management
  • 5Procedurally Generated Enemy Waves
  • 6City Construction & Defense Building
  • 7Grimdark Pixel Art Aesthetic
  • 8High Replayability with 'Omens' System

Highlights

Satisfying horde annihilationIntricate build optimizationAtmospheric dark fantasy worldChallenging boss battlesInfinite replay value

장단점

장점

  • +Incredible tactical depth and variety
  • +Addictive 'one more turn' loop
  • +Stunning 2D isometric pixel art
  • +Unique blend of genres works perfectly
  • +High challenge for strategy veterans

단점

  • -Steep learning curve for beginners
  • -Runs can be lengthy (though saveable)
  • -Punishing difficulty spikes

Game Ratings

Tactical Depth10/10

Complex grid-based combat with infinite build possibilities.

Difficulty9/10

Unforgiving hordes require precise execution.

Replayability9/10

Procedural generation and Omens ensure fresh runs.

Visual Style8/10

Detailed grimdark pixel art and animations.

Atmosphere9/10

Immersive apocalyptic tone with a gripping soundtrack.

Who Will Enjoy This?

Strategy Purists40%

Players who love optimizing grid placement and action economy.

Roguelite Grinders35%

Fans of unlocking permanent upgrades to overcome impossible odds.

Min-Maxers25%

Gamers who enjoy crafting the perfect build synergies.

Similar To

Combat Mechanics

Final Fantasy Tactics

80%

match

Horde Defense

They Are Billions

75%

match

Atmosphere & Loop

Darkest Dungeon

70%

match

💡 Did You Know?

There are no hero classes; skills are defined entirely by the equipped weapon (e.g., Hammers, Wands, Rifles).

The game features 'Asymmetric Warfare', pitting just 3-4 heroes against hundreds of enemies on screen at once.

Developed by Ishtar Games, a French studio formerly known as CCCP.

The 'Omens' system allows players to customize the nature of their next run, adding buffs or challenges.

Full release launched simultaneously on PC and consoles in March 2023.

Latest Updates & Events

Event

The Last Spell - 70% OFF on Steam

The Last Spell is currently featured on the Steam store!

Featured on Steam
70% OFF
Windows

Scores

9/10
User Rating
10/10
Indie Appeal
A strong contender for strategy game of the year, blending Final Fantasy Tactics with the loop of Hades.Critical Reception
Desperate survival amid ruins.Game Overview

Game Ratings

Tactical Depth10/10

Complex grid-based combat with infinite build possibilities.

Difficulty9/10

Unforgiving hordes require precise execution.

Replayability9/10

Procedural generation and Omens ensure fresh runs.

Visual Style8/10

Detailed grimdark pixel art and animations.

Atmosphere9/10

Immersive apocalyptic tone with a gripping soundtrack.

Who Will Enjoy This?

Strategy Purists40%

Players who love optimizing grid placement and action economy.

Roguelite Grinders35%

Fans of unlocking permanent upgrades to overcome impossible odds.

Min-Maxers25%

Gamers who enjoy crafting the perfect build synergies.

Similar To

Final Fantasy Tactics
Combat Mechanics
Similarity
80%
They Are Billions
Horde Defense
Similarity
75%
Darkest Dungeon
Atmosphere & Loop
Similarity
70%

💡 Did You Know?

There are no hero classes; skills are defined entirely by the equipped weapon (e.g., Hammers, Wands, Rifles).

The game features 'Asymmetric Warfare', pitting just 3-4 heroes against hundreds of enemies on screen at once.

Developed by Ishtar Games, a French studio formerly known as CCCP.

The 'Omens' system allows players to customize the nature of their next run, adding buffs or challenges.

Full release launched simultaneously on PC and consoles in March 2023.

Latest Updates & Events

Event

The Last Spell - 70% OFF on Steam

The Last Spell is currently featured on the Steam store!

Featured on Steam70% OFFWindows

Timeline

2021-06
Early Access Release
Initial public release on Steam
2023-03
Official 1.0 Launch
Full release across PC and Consoles

Development Journey

The Gameplay Loop

  • 🌞 DAY: Heal heroes, rebuild walls, buy items, position defenses.
  • 🌑 NIGHT: Survive the horde, protect the magic circle, collect essence.
  • 💀 DIE: The city falls, but you gain knowledge and meta-currency.
  • 🔄 REPEAT: Spend essence on permanent upgrades and try again.

Game Details

Developer
Ishtar Games
Publisher
Nacon
Platforms
PC
Genres
Tactical RPG, Roguelite +1
Metacritic
82
Atmosphere
dark/intense/apocalyptic

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