Apocalypse Run!

Fun and goofy road trip across post-apocalyptic USA where unusual gangs have taken over the roads (no spoilers). Vehicle combat is engaging with an emphasis on positioning, resource management and attack range. Character and vehicle customization offers plenty of options. Unlocks of new characters and vehicles set the drive for "one more run" but repetitive events lower replay value. Soft Warnings: skippable US geography quizz and some events/skills using poker mechanics.

Apocalypse Run is sort of like the lovechild between The Oregon Trail and Mad Max. It doesn't take itself too seriously--in fact, it doesn't take itself seriously at all--and the core mechanics and turn-based gameplay are solid. Difficulty scaling is mostly-well-tuned, events are well-written, and the developer clearly put a lot of thought, and eighties references, into the design. While I don't think global-warming-based sea level rise -quite- engulfs the US as quickly as it does, and there could be a bit more backstory (and variety for events and encounters), overall the iterative, rougelike gameplay and the building of parties in subsequent chapters based on surviving characters and vehicles, is enjoyable and encourages several run-throughs. 8.7/10 would give Bill to the hyper-intelligent pets in exchange for a used car again.

Abandoned. Shame because it could've been cool.

A fantastic idea let down by some extremely poor execution. There are about 10 events in the entire game, at least in the first part. Don't make a roguelite without variety. And the geography lesson minigame is not fun.

turn based + vehicle combat + humour + roguelike = awesome fun! this is a gem!

Fun game! Incredibly charming with interesting gameplay depth and inventive tweaks on the RPG / TBS genres.