About This Game
THE GAME FOR FREE is a sci-fi card survival game that combines card matching, strategic planning, and roguelike elements. Players must match key cards, avoid curse cards and monster pursuits, and gather various collectibles to influence the game’s outcome — all while managing health to survive until the end.

“THE GAME FOR FREE?”
Maple’s eyes linger on this mysterious game on Steam, unaware that the room around them has already started to change.

Key Features

· Dual Modes: Choose between "Story Mode" and "Endless Mode." Story Mode introduces you to the world’s rules and its underlying story, while Endless Mode offers endless challenges tailored for roguelike enthusiasts.

· Innovative Card Gameplay: Matching key cards requires both quick memory and tactical avoidance of curse cards, including monsters, traps, and bombs. Use collectibles wisely to survive long enough to match all key cards, open the exit, and escape.

· Rich Collectible System: Successfully pairing cards unlocks a variety of collectibles such as “Undying” (immortality) and “Self-Healing” (HP restoration), as well as “Seek Guidance” for location hints. In Endless Mode, collectibles can even be leveled up, creating more options for survival.

· Varied Environment Maps: Multiple environments, including toxic fog zones and eternal night levels, make each game unique and every exploration filled with suspense and the unexpected.

· Diverse Monster Types: The game includes unique monsters, each with distinct traits. From the sticky, poison-leaving “Goo” to the heavy yet powerful “Colossus,” each creature requires a flexible approach to evade or defeat.

Gameplay Overview

1. Match Key Cards: Locate and match pairs of key cards to unlock the door to the next level.

2. Avoid Curse Cards: Encounter a variety of curse cards, including monsters, traps, and bombs, that introduce different hazards to overcome.

3. Collect and Use Power-Ups: During each run, unlock and choose from an array of collectibles, each providing unique advantages at critical moments.

Who This Game Is For
THE GAME FOR FREE is crafted for players who enjoy sci-fi narratives, survival games, and strategic card-based gameplay.