Dolven

Dolven is a narrative-driven tactical RPG in which you lead a band of mercenaries through cursed dungeons in a dark fantasy world. You fight the Dungeon Master who rules each dungeon, using party abilities and poker-style card combinations in battles on a grid-based field. Your choices shape the search for a missing girl and the fate of Dolven.

Story and dungeons

The journey takes you through several regions and confrontations. In the Stronghold, the werewolf Witherfang hides a chilling secret and a missing child. Twisted fairytale creatures in the Freewood Forest obey Atrisia Ven, while Drulk the Ogre and his band of misfits await in the icy peaks. The path leads onward to Yongul, a powerful and secretive figure whose revealed truth forces you to decide Dolven’s fate.

The story centers on a curse, an oath and choices between loyalty and betrayal. It has six distinct endings and a final hidden reckoning.

Tactical combat

Battles take place on a grid, where movement, positioning, timing and strategy matter alongside the cards in your hand. Your mercenaries use swords, bows, spells and traditional RPG abilities, while cards provide additional buffs. Each dungeon’s Dungeon Master fights back and shapes the battlefield, making each duel a contest between two commanders.

Deckbuilding and combos

You build a deck from two types of cards:

• Mercenary Cards: summon warriors, rogues and mages to the battlefield.
• Spell Cards: cast magical effects, apply buffs or debuffs, or alter the battlefield.

Cards belong to one of three archetypes: Strength (Red), Dexterity (Green) or Intelligence (Blue). Arrange Mercenary cards on the Pillars to form poker-style Rune Combos, including pairs, straights and flushes. These combinations earn extra mana to unlock more cards and empower your party; the in-game Compendium lists every possible combo and its rewards.

As you progress through the maze of dungeons, you customize your deck and collect gear to prepare for tougher enemies. You can recruit mercenaries across the three archetypes and tailor your strategy to the challenges ahead.