Monastery v0.349.3a - early access

Monastery is a dark, roguelite deckbuilding adventure that casts you as a lone survivor of the devastating Witchplague. Armed only with your faith and wits, you step beyond the safety of the monastery walls into a perilous land infested with bandits, eldritch creatures and deadly terrain. Every foray into the wild promises fresh loot and powerful upgrades—but also ever-lurking darkness that tests your resolve.

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As you traverse diverse regions—swamps teeming with venomous beasts, crumbling ruins haunted by restless spirits, and windswept plains patrolled by marauders—you’ll face foes on two fronts. Enemies attack from both sides, forcing you to guard every angle and plan each move carefully. Victory hinges on your choice of gear, cards and strategic adaptations, so equip wisely to exploit your adversaries’ weaknesses and survive the onslaught.

Monastery’s deep progression systems reward experimentation and mastery. Swap armor sets to unlock unique card pools, hone your skill with each weapon type to gain advanced abilities, and collect permanent trinkets and rings that shape future runs. As you conquer bosses, the world shifts: enemy forces grow stronger, environments become more hostile, and only the most prepared can endure.

Key Features
- Gear-driven deckbuilding: Each piece of equipment offers a distinct card pool tailored to different playstyles.
- Diverse biomes and enemies: Every region hosts dominant foe types with special skills and exclusive loot.
- Dynamic adaptation system: Pick cards, boons and upgrades mid-run to turn the tide of battle.
- Permanent item collection: Rings and trinkets grant rare advantages and influence rewards on subsequent runs.
- Double-sided combat: Attacks come from left and right—stay vigilant or be overwhelmed.
- Scaling difficulty: Defeat a boss and watch the area’s threats grow deadlier, keeping every expedition unpredictable.
- Weapon mastery: Gain experience with each weapon class to unlock more potent cards and boons.
- Immersive presentation: Dark, hand-painted visuals and an evocative soundtrack bring every locale and skirmish to life.
- Endless replayability: With numerous weapons, enemy types and ever-increasing challenges, no two runs are the same.

Step beyond the monastery gates, chart your own path through the shadows, and forge your legend in Monastery.