Iris and the Giant

Iris and the Giant fuses collectible card game, RPG, and roguelike elements around a melancholic premise. You play Iris, who must brave her fears in her imaginary world, gradually soothing the raging giant inside herself. The minimalist art style frames a touching story about a young woman facing her inner demons.

Tactical battles mix CCG mechanics with RPG and roguelike progression. Each encounter unlocks new cards and earns points to boost Iris, so every attempt makes you stronger and lets you go further. The 51 cards offer specialization choices for character, deck, and playstyle. A progressive difficulty curve keeps the early game accessible while still offering challenge for hardened players.

Narrative is woven through the gameplay rather than treated as a layer above it. Throughout the journey you uncover fragments of Iris' memories, each one giving new insight into the reasons behind your adventure in her mind. The genre traditionally runs light on story; Iris and the Giant pushes deliberately in the other direction.