The Dealer is back—and the Game of Life and Death has taken a wild, action-packed turn.
Gamers, rejoice! Developer Spitfire Interactive and publisher Spicy Koala have officially launched Hand of Fate: Hordes into Steam Early Access.
If you loved the genre-blending brilliance of the original, award-winning Hand of Fate franchise, prepare yourself for a bold evolution. Hand of Fate: Hordes takes the dark-fantasy tarot aesthetic and strategic deckbuilding that defined the series and pairs it with the fast-paced, high-octane thrill of bullet-heaven / auto-shooter combat.
What is Hand of Fate: Hordes?
Imprisoned within the treacherous Shadow Vaults beyond the mysterious 13th Gate, you find yourself trapped with the enigmatic, banished Dealer. To survive his dark designs and escape the netherworld, you must carve your way through endless waves of enemies, conquer deadly quests, and defeat fearsome bosses.
Instead of traditional turn-based or action-RPG encounters, Hand of Fate: Hordes thrusts you into chaotic, survivor-style action where your deck dictates your destiny.
Key Highlights & Features:
- Strategic Deckbuilding Meets Bullet Heaven: Build and customise your deck to shape each run. Your cards introduce new weapons, blessings, narrative encounters, and game-altering modifiers, ensuring no two playthroughs are ever the same.
- Four Unique Playable Heroes: Experiment with distinct combat styles across four playable characters:
- Warrior: Heavy-hitting melee dominance.
- Trickster: High mobility and sneaky tactical strikes.
- Goblin: Chaotic, unpredictable ranged & magical prowess.
- Rebel: Balanced, relentless survival instinct.
- The Return of the Dealer: Fan-favourite voice actor Anthony Skordi returns to reprise his iconic role as the dark, brooding Dealer—bringing his signature atmosphere and intrigue back to the game table.
- Minigames & Meta-Progression: Test your fortune with card shuffles and dice minigames mid-run for powerful boons. Earn tokens after each attempt to unlock long-term upgrades, new cards, and game-changing rewards.
Price & Early Access Launch Discount
To celebrate the launch, Hand of Fate: Hordes is available on Steam for $11.99 / €11.99, with a special 20% launch discount for the first two weeks!
For hardcore fans wanting to flex extra flair, the Hand of Fate: Hordes Supporter Pack ($4.99) offers exclusive chrome cosmetic skins for heroes, cards, and dice. If you’re new to the franchise, check out the Complete the Set Bundle to grab the entire trilogy in one go.
The Journey Beyond the Gate Has Just Begun
With a “Very Positive” rating right out of the gate on Steam, the team at Spitfire Interactive is eager to build the game alongside the community. Throughout Early Access, players can expect regular updates featuring new heroes, extra dungeons, terrifying bosses, fresh weapons, and expanded deck options.
Are you ready to stack the odds in your favour and face the Dealer once more? Head over to Steam, grab your deck, and step beyond the 13th Gate today!
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