Runeborn

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About the Game Runeborn is a dark fantasy roguelike that merges deckbuilding with a slot-machine-like mechanic. Forge your Runebook, crush enemies, and combine trinkets of boundless power to destroy the forces of Malakar!

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Developer:
iDream Interactive
Engine:
Unity
Release date:
10 March 2026
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All Steam reviews:
Very Positive (273)

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Description

About the Game

Runeborn is a dark fantasy roguelike that merges deckbuilding with a slot-machine-like mechanic.

Forge your Runebook, crush enemies, and combine trinkets of boundless power to destroy the forces of Malakar!

  • Cast spells to attack enemies by spinning Rune Columns like slot reels.

  • Match results along five Spell Lines to deal damage.

  • Strategically lock up to 8 Runes in place while others spin for better control.

  • Customize rune columns in a deck-building experience to suit your strategy.

  • Add, remove, and modify Runes for personalized gameplay.

  • Enhance runes with amulets and auras for additional effects when cast.

  • Explore 150 Trinkets to discover synergies and crazy combos.

  • Increase damage and damage multipliers.

  • Trigger Runes multiple times.

  • Gain extra Rune holds.

  • Make Runes match with different elements.

  • Choose starting enemies with unique abilities, balancing risk and reward.

  • Earn coins for defeating stronger foes and spend them across five specialized shops.

  • Face extra challenges with elites and bosses for greater rewards.

  • Hundreds of options including Trinkets, Scrolls, and Enemies.

  • Every run is unique, offering a fresh gameplay experience each time.

Recommended system requirements

minimum*

Requirement 1:
Requires a 64-bit processor and operating system
OS:
Windows® 10, Windows® 11
Processor:
Quad Core Processor
Memory:
4 GB RAM
Graphics:
GeForce GTX 660, Radeon RX 460 or similar dedicated graphics card
DirectX:
Version 11
Storage:
5 GB available space

recommended*

Requirement 1:
Requires a 64-bit processor and operating system
Memory:
8 GB RAM
Storage:
1 GB available space

User reviews

ThaSobot
Recommended | 05 Jun 2026
8.5h played

At the beginning the trinkets were a bit luckluster, but after a few rounds I can say there are a few fun build variations. It does trigger the 'One more round' syndrom. Really good price for what you get. Works well on

Helpful: 1
desenquisse
Recommended | 18 Apr 2026
28.4h played

A fantastically addictive game. The early runs are ROUGH, because you only have a few (weak) unlocked trinkets and shops, so I'd say the first few hours are more luck than skill based (luck of getting the very few

Helpful: 2
Herr Martin
Not recommended | 17 Apr 2026
1.4h played

Balatro slot game. Okay concept IMO, but unless you manage to snowball with a viable combination of trinkets in the early game, it's really hard to get your gold up to buy scrolls with which to remove symbols and

Helpful: 7
Baroszque
Not recommended | 19 Apr 2026
3.6h played

Ehh its fun for a few hours, but I didnt really find any real strategy other than "go for 1 color so lines go brrr" It's whatever.

Helpful: 14
AMG
Recommended | 18 Apr 2026
74.7h played

It's a Balatro clone, reasonably well done. In this game instead of decks you get spellbooks that determine your playstyle. I completed 3 of the difficulty levels on every spellbook, and enjoyed the experience. In the

Helpful: 1
cheolkeong
Recommended | 13 May 2026
42.2h played

"Balatro" but with magic elemental slot machine. Surprisingly fresh. I respect it when games that wear their inspiration on their sleeves, and boy does this game ever. If you've played and enjoyed Balatro you are

Helpful: 1