- Summoner's Gambit's First-after-release Patch Notice - 10 August 2026
Hi everyone! Here’s Billion Studio, thank you for playing Summoner’s Gambit!Being a very small team of two, we have worked on this project for about 2 years, we know it still contains a lot of problems, but we are trying our best to fix it.Since our release on last Thursday, we have acquired a lot feedbacks and suggestions from players all around the world, including balancing issues, bugs and crashes.Below’s what we tried to fix over the weekend:Balancing issues:Increased Gold gained after each battleTweaked several enemy Card effects, lowering difficultyChanged the probability of “Mysterious Runestone”, getting a Rune is now at 75%Lowered the overall Opponent strength in chapter II and IIILowered the cost increment of Card fusion and deletion (from 30% to 20% increase)The Sacrifice option “Hand” now only grants one negative cardBugfixes:Fixed resolution issues for non-16:9 screens and…
- Summoner's Gambit Is Now Available! Enter the World of the Old Gods! - 6 August 2026
Dear players,The wait is finally over!The Lovecraftian strategy Roguelike deck-building game Summoner's Gambit is now available on Steam! Thank you for your patience and support. It’s time to enter the world of the Old Gods and begin your journey.About Summoner's GambitSummoner's Gambit combines deck-building, auto-battler strategy, and a blackjack-inspired energy management system. You take on the role of a collector tasked with reclaiming lost souls... Empowered by its forbidden gifts, you will hunt down the souls that were borrowed but never returned. Your only weapon is the deck of cards in your hands.Blackjack Strategy, Every Decision Counts:With 21 energy as your limit in each battle, drawing one more card could completely change the outcome—or lead to total defeat. Every card is a gamble. Will you play it safe, or risk everything for a chance at victory?Endless Builds, Limitless…
- Summoner's Gambit Launches on August 6th! See You in the Ancient Gods! - 23 July 2026
Hello everyone!Thank you for your patience and support! After multiple rounds of playtesting, demo releases, and countless refinements based on player feedback from game exhibitions around the world, we are excited to announce that Summoner's Gambit will officially launch on August 6th!We would like to extend our heartfelt thanks to every player and friend who participated in testing, shared feedback, and helped us improve the game. Your support and suggestions have played an essential role in shaping Summoner's Gambit into what it is today. ❤️✨Key features of the full release include:4 unique playable classes – each with their own skills and exclusive card pools, offering completely different strategic experiences.200+ character cards – every card is a summonable combat unit, with endless deck-building possibilities waiting to be discovered as you expand your collection.100+ runes – un…
- Thank you for an amazing Steam Next Fest! - 28 October 2025
Dear Summoners,Thank you all for playing the Summoner’s Gambit demo during Steam Next Fest! We are incredibly grateful for all the feedback we received, and your support, passion, and insights have truly inspired us.Although Steam Next Fest has officially ended, the Summoner’s Gambit journey is just getting started! The demo will remain available, and we will continue to update it based on your suggestions. We warmly welcome everyone to keep sharing feedback, and we are listening closely and committed to making the game even better with your help.If you haven’t already, please add Summoner’s Gambit to your Steam wishlist. It’s the best way to stay updated on our progress and a tremendous support to our development team.Thank you again for being part of this journey. We look forward to seeing you again in the official release!Sincerely,The Summoner’s Gambit Team
- We Are Coming to Steam Next Fest! | Asynchronous Battle Mode Is Now Live! - 13 October 2025
Hey summoners!We are excited to share that Summoner’s Gambit will be joining Steam Next Fest from October 13 to October 20.To celebrate this special occasion, we are thrilled to introduce a major new update. The long-awaited Asynchronous Battle mode is now officially live. It is time to test your true strategic power. Challenge other players in battles that transcend time and space, plan your formations, manage your energy, and prove who is the real master of tactics.✨ How to Unlock Asynchronous BattlesIt is simple. Once any of your characters reaches Level 3, the Asynchronous Battle mode will be unlocked and ready to play.🪄 Playable Characters in the DemoIn the current demo, you can duel using two distinctive characters: Noble Serpent and Lord of Shadows. Each has its own unique deck and playstyle. Try them out and see which suits your strategy best.🗣️ Stay ConnectedAdd the game to y…
- SUMMONER'S GAMBIT Demo Out Now! - 26 September 2025
Hello everyone!The free Summoner’s Gambit Demo is now live! Come and give it a try!We’d like to give a huge thank-you to all the players who took part in the Playtest, your continuous feedback has been a tremendous help in shaping and refining the game.This Demo includes not only the “Nobles” class from the Playtest, but also introduces an all-new class, the Lord of Shadows, along with its own deck! You’ll get to experience the core gameplay of strategic deckbuilding, auto-battler style formations, and our unique mechanics like Energy Overflow and Cheat the Odds. Of course, this is just the beginning, enough to give you a first taste of the chaotic realm’s depth and distinctive charm.And one more thing, Summoner’s Gambit will also be part of the Steam Next Fest: October 12 – 19 (U.S. Eastern Time) October 13 – 20 (Central European Summer Time)We hope you’ll check it out and continue to…
- Summoner’s Gambit Playtest Wrap-Up & Demo Launching September 26! - 24 September 2025
Hey everyone!First of all, we want to give our deepest thanks to all the players who joined the Summoner’s Gambit Playtest.As of today, the Playtest has officially come to a close. Your feedback and suggestions have been truly invaluable in helping us polish the game, and we are incredibly grateful for all the enthusiasm and support you’ve shown during this period.We are also thrilled to announce that the Summoner’s Gambit Demo will be launching on Steam this Friday, September 26! Everyone will be able to download it and dive into the unique mix of strategic card play and auto-battler mechanics.Once again, thank you so much for playing, sharing your thoughts, and being part of this journey with us. We can’t wait to see you all again in the Demo on September 26!
- Summoner's Gambit Playtest Update & gamescom 2025 Hands-On! - 20 August 2025
GAMESCOM 2025 LIVE DEMO Summoner's Gambit has descended upon gamescom 2025! 🔥 Wager limbs and SANITY at Hall 10.1, Stand A-042 for exclusive hands-on trials!On-site rituals: 🃏 Forge madness-driven decks to battle unspeakable horrors! ⚡ Command legions born of primordial chaos! 🌌 "Trapped in the abyss? Shatter it with your strategy!" ❓ "What will your final move be?"NEW PLAYTEST CALLING ALL STRATEGISTS! Join the Summoner's Gambit revamped Playtest on Steam NOW!A heartfelt thank you to all players who participated in the test! Based on your feedback, we’ve released a new Playtest version. Both new and existing players are sincerely invited to experience the updated content and actively submit your opinions—every piece of your feedback will directly help optimize the game!Currently, the game is still in development, and the test remains a small-scale closed one. Starting today, we will…
- Playtest Now Live! - Summoner's Gambit - 9 July 2025
Summoner's Gambit, our innovative strategy card battler fused with auto-chess mechanics, is launching a limited Playtest starting today!🔑 How to JoinVisit the \(Store Link)Click "Request Access"⏰ Duration: July 9, 17:00 - July 31, 23:59 (GMT+8)⚠️ Note: This is our first small-scale close beta test. Access will be granted via random selection due to limited slots.As our debut public test, we urgently need your expertise to polish. Every critique helps us craft a better game!🪬 Core GameplayAs an apostle of the Old Gods, your path is one of power, sacrifice, and calculated chaos:Forge a Chaotic Deck: Collect cards sealed with ancient creatures. Position them wisely to control attack order, trigger tactical synergies, and outplay your foes.Bend the Energy Laws: Summoning comes at a cost. Avoid overflow backlash — or weaponize it as a turning point in battle.Fuse Across Factions: Four anci…
- Whispers of the Old Gods: Summoner’s Gambit Has Awakened - 25 June 2025
We are super excited to unveil Summoner’s Gambit — a bold fusion of strategic cardplay and tactical auto-battler elements, set in a dark realm ruled by ancient beings. Summoner’s Gambit isn’t just about winning, it’s about how you build, adapt, and survive in ever-changing battles. Each choice you make reshapes the battlefield. Each round is a gambit.As an apostle of the Old Gods, your path is one of power, sacrifice, and calculated chaos:Forge a Chaotic Deck: Collect cards sealed with ancient creatures. Position them wisely to control attack order, trigger tactical synergies, and outplay your foes.Bend the Energy Laws: Summoning comes at a cost. Avoid overflow backlash—or weaponize it as a turning point in battle.Fuse Across Factions: Four ancient factions, endless combinations. Cross-breed creatures to create hybrids with dual-race abilities that can turn the tide.Face Off in Asynchro…