Try Hard Guides plays its cards right in its review of The Spirit Lift, the ‘90s retro horror deckbuilder roguelike set in a haunted hotel by prettysmart Games.
The Spirit Lift is one such deckbuilding roguelike that caught my attention recently. This title uses campy, teen-team horror as its thematic approach, putting players in the shoes of a rag-tag group of teenage friends as they discover and ride the titular spirit lift, a haunted elevator that takes them through long-forgotten and haunted hotel floors.
The Spirit Lift takes a clever approach to deckbuilding with its party-selection mechanic and introduces players to a unique, spooky, and campy setting based on teen horror classics.
Build a starting deck by selecting a plucky team of three teen paranormal investigators from a pool of eight characters, then venture forth into a spooky, abandoned hotel. Each character alters the starting deck, affecting battle strategies and offering distinct story revelations depending on who joins the fray. Scour rooms across 13 floors for secrets, new gear and upgrades, then head to the elevator to ascend to the next ghastly level.
Experiment with different card combinations, modifying the deck to individual playstyles and progression. Earn Spirit points to spend on customization options, and reap the rewards of every run. Along the way, uncover the lore hidden within the Library, participate in custom challenges, and defeat the multiple bosses that await! THE SPIRIT LIFT rewards death, offering endless replayability that respects player time.
Check the full review here. THE SPIRIT LIFT is available on PC via Steam. For more information on THE SPIRIT LIFT, visit prettysmart games’ official website, check out the developer’s YouTube and Twitch, and follow the team on BlueSky.
