Deck of Ashes is an indie adventure game with tactical card combat from AYGames. Players lead a cast of antiheroes through a procedurally generated dark fantasy world, engaging in strategic card battles and hunting for powerful new cards. Survival and resource management are critical, as players must make difficult choices about exploration, resource gathering, and risk-taking.
The game emphasizes creative deck-building, allowing for over 100 cards per character to combine into unique playstyles and unexpected combos. A camp upgrade system adds another layer of strategic depth, requiring players to prioritize base improvements due to scarce resources. Deck of Ashes features permadeath, adding significant consequence to player actions and strategic decisions.