Ironcast

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This game was suprisingly fun, I tried to play it methodically which meant while I haven't had many runs, each one went for quite a while. The steampunk aesthetic is quite pleasing and the branching paths allow for unique experiences in each run. Some levels are definitely more fun than others, but if you like Mechs and Match games, I think you'll like this game too.

Good idea on paper, but the rng ruins it by making it too difficult most of the time

Great concept but wasted because bad balancing and rogue-like mechanics make it a frustrating mess.

"Mostly Positive" is a travesty for this game, tell me if you've ever played a more perfect turn based Match 3 steampunk mecha rpg.

Ironcast, developed by Dreadbit and published by Ripstone, is a fascinating blend of puzzle mechanics, turn-based strategy, and roguelite progression wrapped in a stylish alternate-history steampunk setting. Rather than relying solely on tactical combat or traditional resource management, the game builds its entire battlefield around a match-based puzzle system that directly controls every aspect of combat. This unusual combination could have easily felt gimmicky, but Ironcast succeeds because it integrates its mechanics into a cohesive experience where every move has meaningful consequences. The game takes place in a reimagined Victorian era where giant war machines known as Ironcasts have transformed warfare. Inspired by classic science-fiction literature, the setting imagines a Britain threatened by rival nations deploying colossal mechanized weapons. Players assume the role of a commander piloting one of these enormous machines, taking part in military operations across a campaign filled with increasingly dangerous encounters. The premise may sound extravagant, but it provides a strong foundation for the game's unique identity. The mixture of aristocratic Victorian culture and…