This morning on TBL, I’m introducing an RPG that features a combat system built around two distinct decks—one for actions and skills, and another for movement across hex-grid maps—making it a relatively original take on the genre.
Ashes of Morgravia is an upcoming tactical roguelite deckbuilder that blends grimdark fantasy with tense, position-based combat. Developed by background blur., this single-player tactical RPG drops you into a god-haunted world where sunlight is a myth, and survival hinges on mastering two distinct decks: one for movement, one for combat.
The game’s signature dual-deck system forces players to think spatially. Movement and combat aren’t just separate mechanics—they’re separate decks, meaning you’ll need to adapt constantly to what your hand allows—facing down necrotic abominations, navigating cursed ruins, and gathering lost relics utilizing fully animated cards and a stark art style built around deep shadows and divine gold.
I think the game is perfect for fans of Slay the Spire, Darkest Dungeon, or top-down soulslike experiences, and they should keep an eye on this one. The lore runs deep, choices matter, and each run feels like crawling through a forgotten legend. No release date yet beyond 2025. Below an overview via Steam, screens, and trailer.
About This Game
Ashes of Morgravia is a tactical deckbuilding game set in a grim, decaying world where gods have fallen, and humanity battles to survive in the shadow of their demise.
With a unique dual-deck system, strategic card-based combat, and a richly atmospheric dark fantasy setting, Ashes of Morgravia challenges players to navigate the night-shrouded ruins and face relentless, necrotic horrors.
Dual Deck System
Master two unique decks – one for movement and one for combat. Stride through treacherous landscapes and clash with your enemies in a dynamic card-based system.
Animated Cards
Immerse yourself in the world with fully animated cards, bringing every action to life.
Tactical Positioning
Plan your every move. Use cards like Relocate to navigate the battlefield and outwit enemies.
Challenging Enemies
Confront horrifying creatures warped by necrotic energy, each battle pushing you to adapt your strategies.
Customization & Progression
Gather relics, divine remains, and powerful gear to upgrade your abilities and forge your path through the dark and dangerous world.
Decisions That Matter
Stumble upon the remnants of the past and make choices that will shape your journey and story.
Unique Artstyle
The visual design embodies the duality at the heart of Ashes of Morgravia – sacrum and profanum, light and dark, order and chaos. With a focused palette of gold and blue, the game immerses players in the stark contrasts that define its world, its Godwoken, and their enemies.
Immersive Dark Fantasy World
Journey through the eternal night of Morgravia, where the land is scarred by divine battles and necrotic corruption. Unravel the mysteries of the gods’ downfall as you explore a world steeped in lore.
Inspired by the Best of Deckbuilding and Dark Fantasy
If you’ve enjoyed the strategic depth of games that defined the deckbuilding genre or top-down RPG games, Ashes of Morgravia will captivate you with its blend of deckbuilding mechanics and tactical gameplay.
Set in a dark fantasy world reminiscent of the titles that inspired the souls-like genre, the game immerses you in a setting where decaying gods loom over a ruined landscape, and the remnants of divine conflict shape every encounter.
Explore a world of shattered temples, colossal fallen deities, and grotesque enemies, all while making life-or-death decisions that affect your path.
