Heck Deck
A bullet hell card game
Ratings
Age
4+
Category
Casual
Languages
English
Wed Oct 05 2022
• Added 4 new playable characters: Deckard, Randal, Tau & Phi
• Added 9 new cards in a new category: Mirror, Wisp, Warp Ring and more!
• Added Card Compendium: a collection of all the cards in the game. Collect them all!
• Added notification icon to new cards
• Added full-speed mode
• Added Redos: Every time you beat a stage, you gain one “redo” for the run
• Added Restock button to the shop
• Added multitouch support for mobile
• Bug fixes and improvements
Heck Deck is a unique blend of card game and shoot 'em up. Navigate levels filled with bullets, but remember: time is frozen until you move. Use your cards to attack, defend, or manipulate time itself. Every card you pick up can be used to clear a path or deal massive damage to bosses, but choose wisely—your health is your currency.
Dinsun Expert Review
Our Expert Score
Heck Deck is one of the most inventive genre-mashes I've played in years. It takes the frantic action of a 'bullet hell' shooter and fuses it with the tactical pacing of a card-based deckbuilder. The genius move here is that time only moves when you move. This turns what would be a chaotic screen of projectiles into a thoughtful, turn-based strategy game.
Every 'card' in your hand represents a different weapon or defensive move, but they also cost health to use. This creates a fascinating risk-reward loop where you have to decide if it's worth taking a hit to clear a screen or if you can dodge through the rain of bullets using precise movement. The lo-fi art style is charming and keeps the screen readable despite the dozens of objects flying around. It’s a must-play for anyone who thinks they’ve seen everything the mobile puzzle/action genre has to offer.
Features
Unique time-stopping mechanics
Over 30 different cards to master
Challenging boss encounters
Charming hand-drawn art style
Tips & Walkthrough
When the screen is covered in bullets, stop moving! This allows you to look at your cards and plan a route that minimizes damage. Use your 'Slash' cards to destroy projectiles in your immediate path.
Gameplays
You collect cards by 'buying' them with your health. Only pick up cards that synergize with your current deck—sometimes dodging a card is smarter than picking it up.
Screenshot
Q&A
Yes, it features procedural elements and permadeath, requiring you to master the mechanics to make it to the end.
Ratings & Reviews
App Store Editors’ Notes
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Pretty good game
Thu Jan 13 2022 Suspicous IndividualIt’s such a good game I bought for pc as well. Just simple fun. From what I’ve played there have been no glitches. I would suggest making a binder or “collection” menu to see what each card does it can get a bit confusing to remember what each card does. It would be cool to see what the cards do and cute little description attached to it.
SNKRX it is not.
Wed Jan 19 2022 Aka:TrapsTotally my fault for thinking that it was like SNKRX, should of read into it a bit more. The superhot style it has going on is not my cup of tea and the only way to get cards is to get hit by cards and lose health, feels really repetitive to me and not good repetitive like other roguelite-likes. Once again, my fault for not looking into it more so I will not give the 3 stars I think it is, the reviews are very positive so take my negative review with a tiny grain of salt.
Great game
Sun Jan 16 2022 g( 5 &mhggfnVery fun game but it’s hard to remember what all the cards do. Also I think it would be cool if you added a endless mode where you select a zone and you play until you run out of hearts.
IM IN LOVE
Tue Jan 18 2022 thedarkballZ103So basically I was scrolling randomly on the AppStore and saw this and thought it was super cool so I bought it, and OH. MY. GOD DO I LOVE THIS GAME! But I might have a suggestion, maybe think about making some tutorial if that’s fine. No pressure. Other than that this game is so fun! -Tod
Stressful but fun
Tue Dec 26 2023 TahjjjoandfriendsI like this game because it makes losing fun. Every time I die, I will willingly sacrifice myself to learn what a new card does. Also just, I love stressful, but fun games! This one hit the spot. Thank you developers.
Heck, Fun Game!
Tue Jan 11 2022 tyler93023Unique game that plays great on an iPad and iPhone. So clever how time freezes and you can catch your breath.
Please add landscape
Sat May 28 2022 App_Addict101Great game, I love that you have controller support BUT it’s pretty much pointless bc you can only play in portrait mode 😞. Please add a landscape mode so I can play on my iPad Pro with a controller 🙏🏼
Wow, it’s so fresh!!!
Tue Jan 11 2022 Old friendoI like this too much!!! can’t wait to write a review on it. the music jives with me so freaking well!
Some Youtube Videos found!
Heck Deck: iOS/Android Gameplay Walkthrough Part 1 (by Plug In Digital) - YouTube
Heck Deck (by Plug In Digital) IOS Gameplay Video (HD) - YouTube
HECK DECK - TRAILER - YouTube
Heck Deck: A Bullet Hell Card Game (by Torcado and Plug In Digital) - iOS Gameplay
Heck Deck - A bullet hell card game where time only moves when you do! - YouTube
Heck Deck Review | iOS & Android - YouTube
UNIQUE BULLET HELL... CARD GAME!? | Let's Try: Heck Deck | Gameplay - YouTube
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