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Genre: Role-playing (RPG), Strategy, Turn-based strategy (TBS), Indie, Card & Board Game

Metroplex Zero

Join the Cyberpunk Rebellion in Metroplex Zero During Deckbuilders Fest 2024!

Attention all deckbuilding aficionados and cyberpunk enthusiasts! Steam Deckbuilders Fest 2024 is thrilled to feature Metroplex Zero, a cutting-edge neo-cyberpunk team card battler that merges the excitement of card games, the depth of roguelikes, and the narrative of JRPGs into a single player experience unlike any other.

What is Metroplex Zero?


Metroplex Zero offers a unique blend where strategy meets narrative in a dystopian future. Assemble your squad from a roster of unique heroes, each bringing their own set of skills and cards to the table. Whether you’re looking to unleash firepower, shield your team, afflict enemies with psychological torment, or strike from the shadows, Metroplex Zero has it all. Customize your deck, power up your heroes with cybernetic augments, and take on the evil megacorporations that rule Eurasica in the year 2280.

Why You Can’t Miss It:




  • Unique Gameplay Blend: Fans of Slay the Spire, Magic: The Gathering, and Shadowrun will find Metroplex Zero a compelling fusion of their favorite elements, offering endless strategic depth and replayability.
  • Customization at its Core: With over 250 different cards and 70 game-changing augments, the game allows for a dizzying array of playstyles and strategies. Each of the 9 heroes offers a distinct approach to combat, ensuring no two runs are ever the same.
  • Rich Cyberpunk Narrative: Dive into a world dominated by hyper-capitalist megacorporations and resist their tyranny. Encounter a cast of memorable characters, from poetic brainiacs and vicious AIs to celebrity streamers fighting for fame in a morally complex landscape.
  • Strategic Depth: Select the perfect 12 cards for each hero based on your scouting and strategic planning. Level up your heroes, choose your perks, and customize your approach to each battle, ensuring you’re always prepared for what lies ahead.


Celebrate Deckbuilding Excellence:


Metroplex Zero stands as a testament to the innovation and creativity within the deckbuilding genre. As part of the Steam Deckbuilders Fest 2024, we invite players to explore this richly crafted world and challenge the oppressive forces with their strategic prowess and tactical ingenuity.

Whether you’re a seasoned card game veteran or a newcomer eager to explore the depths of cyberpunk rebellion, Metroplex Zero offers a journey worth taking. Join us at Steam Deckbuilders Fest 2024 and embrace the future of deckbuilding games. Don't miss out on your chance to redefine resistance and fight for freedom in the cybernetic shadows of Eurasica!

Metroplex Zero -- Lunar New Year Sale

Hello everyone!

Metroplex Zero is now participating in the Lunar New Year Sale 2024 with a 20% discount. Hope you can enjoy our game!

Version 1.5.1

UI Improvements:



  • UI: added a setting for card speed


Bug Fixes:



  • Bug Fix: boss no longer randomly changes when reloading the program
  • Bug Fix: Draw owner cards now works
  • Bug Fix: Trickster no longer appears as a boss choice if you have never seen him


Performance:



  • Reduce garbage collection allocations across the application


Version 1.5.0

Balance Changes:



  • - Buffed Hero: Alexei
  • - Buffed Card: Dud
  • Buffed Card: Reboot Strike
  • Buffed Card: Char
  • Buffed Card: Bad Omen
  • Buffed Card: Super Charge
  • Buffed Card: No Where to Hide
  • Buffed Card: Static Feedback
  • Buffed Card: Meticulous Scheme
  • Buffed Card: Covering Fire
  • Buffed Card: Anima Imperium
  • Buffed Card: Hearts Aflame buffed
  • Nerfed Card: Heat Seeking Grenade
  • Nerfed Card: Bullet Barrage
  • Nerfed Enemy: Missile Launcher
  • Buffed Enemy: Corp Samurai
  • Balance: All equipment that triggers On Slay now triggers multiple times when multi-killing


Bug Fixes:



  • Bug Fix: Attempt to fix direction controller level up issue
  • Bug Fix: Card Shop Presenter race condition null ref fixed
  • Bug Fix: Fixed duplicate equipment in Draft bug
  • Bug Fix: Fixed possibility of Level Up Option button click race Null Ref
  • Bug Fix: Injury String null ref possibility
  • Bug Fix: Missing Reactive Handler, causing Black Screen instead of Continue Tutorial
  • Bug Fix: Null Ref for Control Selectables Default Control is fixed
  • Bug Fix: Remove Enemy - Key Not Found fixed.
  • Bug Fix: Gilgamesh Vamoose multi-trigger
  • Bug Fix: VR inspirational quotes now works with Plan B
  • Bug Fix: Challenger now gets stat buffs for each enemy that gains stats

Strategy Fest Developer Stream

During Strategy Fest, the game's developers will occasionally be streaming some Metroplex Zero adventures!

Come and watch the developer strategies and deck building!

Metroplex Zero Release!

Metroplex Zero is here with turbocharged performance, full steam deck and controller support, plus a whirlwind of new content. A massive shoutout to our early access contributors – your bug reports, feedback and input has elevated this game into something extraordinary.

## Patch Notes - v1.4.0
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New Content:



  • New Augment: Bandaid Buddy
  • New Augment: Combo - Duelist Training Data
  • New Augment: Fire - Hazardous Lighter
  • New Augment: General - Epic - Adrenaline Amplifier
  • New Augment: Kinesis Converter
  • New Augment: Peak Prep Module
  • New Augment: Predictive Algorithm
  • New Augment: Protection - Frontal Cowling
  • New Augment: Surge Phylactery
  • New Augment: VNet Crypto Miner
  • New Enemy: Alley Cannon
  • New Enemy: Grenadier
  • New Enemy: Quadra Lancer
  • New Enemy: Ripper - Elite
  • New Enemy: Smoke Vandal


Balance Changes:



  • Buff: Decreased Rarity of Overcharged Shield Prototype from Epic to Rare


Art Improvements:



  • Art: Added Release Date Announcement Banner
  • Art: New Enemy - Ripper
  • Art: Setup Performance-Optimized Versions of all Battlefields
  • Art: Update Banner for OST Release
  • New Art: Fanatic Enemy Art


UI Improvements:



  • UI: Now supports controllers
  • UI: Now Supports Steam Deck
  • UI: Controller control references added everywhere
  • UI Fix: Battle Reaction Word font cleaned up
  • UI: Added Option for Max Quality or High Performance
  • UI: Updated the Keyword Glossary to match the final game mechanics
  • UI: Cards will now unhighlight and highlight with hovering & selecting as phases change


Bug Fixes:



  • Bug Fix: Deck Builder Tutorial Highlight Null Ref fixed
  • Bug Fix: Remove Card from Deck with non matching
  • Bug Fix: Run Ender card not working as intended
  • Bug Fix: Can Chain not highlighting


Project:



  • Project: Full Release banner
  • Project: Removed Early Access Scene
  • Project: Translated all new Augments


Miscellaneous:
- Coding: Created Optimized Battlefield Background system

Release Date Announcement - August 28th

Metroplex Zero will be leaving Early Access and transitioning to a full launch on August 28th, where it will also be featured in the upcoming Steam Strategy Fest!

Thanks to all our playtesters and early access players for helping us refine and polish the game and the balance!

New Features:
- Steam Deck Full Compatibility
- Controller Support

Metroplex Zero - OST Release

Based on popular demand from our community, we have released the OST for Metroplex Zero on Steam, along with a bundle, for new players who want to acquire the Game & Soundtrack together!

Welcome to the rhythmic heart of Metroplex Zero. An OST that is as immersive and engaging as the neo-cyberpunk world it underscores. This soundtrack is the perfect companion for those venturing through the labyrinthine metropolis and the intense card battles therein. Crafted meticulously by renowned composers Jean-Alexander Nevskiy and Ian Booms, it serves as an audial embodiment of the pulsating, dystopian world of Metroplex Zero.

Metroplex Zero - Summer Sale

Hello everyone!

Cyberpunk Card Battle RPG - Metroplex Zero is now participating in the Summer Sale with a discount of 20%!

Version 1.2.0 Big Balance Chances

## Patch Notes - v1.2.0
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Balance Changes:
- Enemies
- Novo Trooper: health and auto fire buffed
- Assassin: attack ramping nerfed
- Heroes
- Dominik: now gains 1 energy a turn
- Ionizing Slash: no longer decreases damage
- Double Slash: damage buff
- Siphon Slash: no longer decreases damage
- Veda
- Disturbing Touch: more damage
- Yvette
- Observe: Reworked to distribute energy
- Ponderous Observe: +1 energy, +1 cycle, Reworked to distribute energy
- Insightful Observe: Vulnerable now to all enemies, Direct energy can target allies, Reworked to distribute energy
- Victoria
- Energizing Protect: +1 energy
- Mighty Protect: larger shield
- Nevyn
- Covered Reload: +1 armor and resistance
- Explosive Casing: increased damage
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- Alexei
- Reliable Troubleshoot: gives more energy
- Miyara
- Charging Puncture: +1 energy
- Lyssa
- Meticulous Setup: +1 attack
- FL13
- Empowering Firestarter: + 1 more magic
- Intense Firestarter: more damage
- Level Up Augments
- Shadow Frequency Graft: now also gives attack when you stealth
- PreVNRT Mk.1: +1 aegis
- Tactical Hud Enricher: Reduced rarity to common
- Power Amplifier: +1 attack on slay
- Adaptive Armor: +1 armor and resistance gained
- Deep Flow: +1 magic gained
- Adaptive Matrix: Rework now applies dodge when damaged the first time and has the rarity increased to uncommon
- Blade Expertise: instead of Finisher card being Thrust its Strong Thrust
- Power Prep Module: +2 double damage counters
- Rage Boosters: +1 attack & +1 duration
- Cards
- Affliction & Arcana
- Harvest Essence: Reduced cost
- Assassination & Stealth
- Domino: increased damage
- Precise Strike: increased damage
- Unseen Menace: +1 attack for both stealth and marking
- Ordnance & Rifle
- Explosive Clip: +1 attack
- Scheme & Stealth
- Conspiracy Theory: cost removed
- Arcana
- Magic Missiles: damage increased
- Assassination
- Blade Frenzy: damage increased
- Gouge: damage increased
- Marked for Death: damage increased
- Mince: damage increased
- Lockdown
- Energy CircuNet: +1 energy
- Entrapping Bubble: +2 shields given
- Kinetic Harness: Reworked to distribute energy
- Overcharge: Energy increased by 2
- Ordnance
- Dud: Power reduction increased
- Penetration
- Shuriken: damage increased
- Protection
- Spirit of Valor: +2 lifesteal
- Scheme
- Bold Ploy: cost removed
- Collaborate: energy increased
- Plan B: cost removed
- Planned Accident: damage increased
- Scan: +1 energy
- Unviel Plan: now gives 1 energy next turn
- Stealth
- All Out: scaling greatly increased
- Bide My Time: +1 attack
- Deadly Blade: +attack increased
- Hidden Blade: damage increased
- Killer Intent: +attack increased
- Misdirect: +1 energy
- Out of Nowhere: energy on slay reduced by 3, damage increased
- Shifting Shadows: +2 energy