If you’ve been waiting for a cheap way to dive into a dark, cosmic horror deckbuilder, Hunt the Pale Gods just hit its best price yet. The tactical roguelike is currently 90% off on Steam until May 11, dropping it to about $1.49 and setting a new all-time low.
Hunt the Pale Gods throws you into a bleak world ruled by ancient, godlike forces. Across each run, you’ll take control of one of several playable characters and go up against terrifying divine entities known as the Pale Gods. What makes the game especially interesting is how these threats shape your entire journey. You choose from different “Aspects” that act like thematic paths, including Primordial, Progeny, Abyssal, Umbral, and Eye. Each Aspect comes with its own enemies, unique mechanics, bosses, and rewards, meaning your runs can feel dramatically different even before you factor in card choices or character selection.
While the game will feel familiar to fans of roguelike deckbuilders, it doesn’t stop at the usual formula. Battles add movement and positioning on a tactical grid, turning every fight into more than just playing the right card at the right time. You’ll need to dodge incoming attacks, use terrain and altars strategically, and disrupt opponents with a stagger system that can knock enemies off balance. With more than 250 cards, 120 Curios, and 11 characters, there’s a lot of room to experiment with builds and strategies, especially if you enjoy crafting synergies and adapting on the fly.
Despite launching in March 2025 and having a relatively small number of reviews so far, player response has been overwhelmingly positive. The game holds a 97% positive rating from 43 reviews, with players highlighting the satisfying deckbuilding, tactical combat, and strong cosmic horror atmosphere. The most common complaints focus on how punishing the difficulty can be, along with a heavy reliance on randomness—your success may hinge on which cards and Curios you happen to find during a run.
Hunt the Pale Gods is made by Nick Papageorgiou, who is credited as the game’s sole developer and publisher on Steam. It typically sells for $14.99, but this is the first time it has reached a 90% discount. Previous sales reportedly topped out at 85%, making the current offer the lowest price the game has seen. Steam Deck compatibility is currently listed as unknown.
Prices and availability can change, and discounts are usually time-limited, so anyone interested in a cosmic horror roguelike deckbuilder may want to check the offer before it ends on May 11.
