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Roguelike Squad-based Autobattler in a Tabletop RPG setting. Draft your army, carefully equip and position your units, make important choices, and meet a colorful cast of characters as you make ready for the Grand Tournament.
Tales & Tactics is a hex grid, auto battler and strategy game
developed by Table 9 Studio
and published by Yogscast Games and Gamersky Games.
Released on August 15th 2024 is available only on Windows
in 5 languages: English, Simplified Chinese, Traditional Chinese, Korean and Russian.
It has received 1,768 reviews of which 1,402 were positive and 366 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.6 out of 10. 😊
The game is currently priced at 3.49€ on Steam with a 80% discount, but you can find it for less on K4G.
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Windows
- Requires a 64-bit processor and operating system
- OS: Windows 10+
- Processor: Intel Core i5 or equivalent
- Memory: 4 GB RAM
- Graphics: NVIDIA® GeForce® GTX 1000-Series or higher (4GB+ VRAM)
- DirectX: Version 11
- Storage: 4 GB available space
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a lot of people are complaining about the art or the difficulty of the game being too hard / too easy. it's an auto battler. those familiar with auto chess, TFT and the many games like it will find it familiar here. my biggest point of praise for this game is the single player mode being incredibly robust and fleshed out compared to any other auto battler. in single player there's no clock so you can play while you have "other obligations" which i really appreciate. my biggest complaint is the balance. this game has a lot of units and traits or even pickable characters that are just leaps and bounds worse than some of the strongest things here. i would like a 5-10% tap downward on the obvious OP offenders and like a 20-30% buff on what's underwhelming. i am really enjoying this game so far!
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Interesting concept, but once you have a grasp of what works, the game feels too easy. I was stuck with the initial character for a few runs. But once I worked out a winning strategy, i pretty much applied the same thing over and over for the different characters, winning most runs first try. Some characters are over powered compared to others and by and large, the different abilities don't seem to matter much though a few have interesting perks. I've also been able to win with a variety of troop traits, but much of the differences don't matter and it's rare that I manage to get the 2nd tier traits. Troop selection beyond the initial troops and traits becomes fairly tactical. Good bit of fun if you get it on sale but for the normal price, you can get better games.
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Tales & Tactics is a refreshing entry in the autobattler genre that cleverly merges strategic depth with whimsical storytelling, resulting in a game that feels both tactical and cozy. Developed with a clear affection for tabletop role-playing games and roguelike systems, it invites players to embark on a journey through a fantastical world where every encounter is both a battle of wits and a roll of fate. At its core, the game is about assembling a diverse party of units, positioning them wisely, and adapting to unpredictable challenges while progressing toward victory in the Grand Tournament. But rather than rushing players through a series of mechanical matches, Tales & Tactics encourages thoughtful pacing and immersion in its storybook world. The game distinguishes itself through its blend of autobattler mechanics and a narrative framework that unfolds like a tabletop campaign. Each run is structured like a chaptered adventure, filled with branching choices, colorful characters, and flavorful events. These narrative beats aren’t just window dressing—they often present meaningful decisions or rewards that shape your journey. The storytelling doesn’t overwhelm the gameplay but instead complements it, offering just enough worldbuilding and personality to make your runs feel like unique tales rather than random encounters. This marriage of narrative and mechanics gives Tales & Tactics a distinct identity in a genre often focused solely on raw competition. From a strategic standpoint, the game offers surprising depth. The core gameplay loop revolves around recruiting units from a randomized shop, combining multiples of the same unit to level them up, and equipping them with gear and perks. With over 100 units and 200 items, there’s a tremendous variety in how each run can unfold. Units are tied to specific classes and archetypes, and as your party grows, creating effective synergies becomes key. A well-balanced team that leverages positioning, passive bonuses, and complementary abilities will almost always outperform a more powerful but less cohesive group. Combat itself is automated once battles begin, but success hinges on preparation, adaptability, and long-term planning. What helps Tales & Tactics stand out is its commitment to accessibility and pacing. The game does not rush to throw complexity at the player all at once. Instead, it gradually introduces new mechanics, modifiers, and unit types, allowing players to experiment without being overwhelmed. This makes the game highly approachable for newcomers to the genre, while still providing the kind of strategic meat that more experienced players can sink their teeth into. Runs have a satisfying progression arc—from humble beginnings with a weak crew to tense, high-stakes battles against powerful AI opponents and other tournament champions. This sense of progression is satisfying and encourages repeated playthroughs. Visually, the game is bright, inviting, and stylized to evoke a hand-painted fantasy world. Each unit has distinct visual flair, and the environments vary just enough to keep things interesting without overwhelming the eye. The interface is clean and responsive, and quality-of-life features such as tooltips, auto-equipping, and unit previews make managing your team efficient and intuitive. Animations are deliberately paced, which may feel slow to players used to faster games, but fits the tone and structure of the experience. In fact, the pacing is part of the game’s charm—it allows you to reflect on decisions and enjoy the unfolding story rather than rush to the next fight. Multiplayer is not a focus here, and that’s intentional. Tales & Tactics is a single-player, strategy-first game built around discovery and iteration rather than high-stakes competition. Its roguelike structure ensures replayability, with each run offering a new mix of challenges, unit combinations, and story moments. Between events, players can build their party strategically, optimize their resources, and attempt new builds. And if a run fails, the game encourages you to try again with a different approach, aided by unlocks and knowledge gained along the way. This loop is highly satisfying and never feels punishing. While the game does have a few minor rough edges—such as some events repeating a bit too frequently or a few unit abilities feeling unbalanced—these issues are small in the grand scheme. Developer updates have shown a commitment to refinement and community feedback, and the Steam version runs smoothly and reliably. The inclusion of a modding scene or future expansions could further extend the game’s lifespan, but even in its current form, it offers more than enough content and variety to keep players engaged for dozens of hours. Overall, Tales & Tactics is a standout title that offers a thoughtful, polished, and delightfully original take on autobattler gameplay. It doesn’t reinvent the wheel, but it refines and reshapes genre expectations in a way that makes it both familiar and novel. For players who enjoy strategic thinking, storytelling, and a bit of randomness mixed with clever planning, this game is a gem. It’s an ideal title for anyone who appreciates games that unfold like a story you’re writing as you go—full of unexpected twists, hard-earned victories, and memorable moments that feel uniquely yours. Rating: 8/10
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Serviceable. This is not a project of love. It's an exercise in making a game. The art direction is abysmal, and most everything else is hanging on by a thread. The narrative on the single player is novel and worth a few bucks.
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Fun, but becomes repetitive after about halfway through the challenges. Not too much meat on the bone. 6/10
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Tales & Tactics is currently priced at 3.49€ on Steam.
Tales & Tactics is currently available at a 80% discount. You can purchase it for 3.49€ on Steam.
Tales & Tactics received 1,402 positive votes out of a total of 1,768 achieving a rating of 7.62.
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Tales & Tactics was developed by Table 9 Studio and published by Yogscast Games and Gamersky Games.
Tales & Tactics is playable and fully supported on Windows.
Tales & Tactics is not playable on MacOS.
Tales & Tactics is not playable on Linux.
Tales & Tactics offers both single-player and multi-player modes.
Tales & Tactics offers both Co-op and PvP modes.
Tales & Tactics does not currently offer any DLC.
Tales & Tactics does not support mods via Steam Workshop.
Tales & Tactics does not support Steam Remote Play.
Tales & Tactics is enabled for Steam Family Sharing. This means you can share the game with authorized users from your Steam Library, allowing them to play it on their own accounts. For more details on how the feature works, you can read the original Steam Family Sharing announcement or visit the Steam Family Sharing user guide and FAQ page.
You can find solutions or submit a support ticket by visiting the Steam Support page for Tales & Tactics.
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Game modes
Multiplayer
Features
Online players
40
Developer
Table 9 Studio
Publisher
Yogscast Games,
Gamersky Games
Release
15 Aug 2024
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