Slay the Spire 2

Roguelike· Card Game· Strategy· Deckbuilding

Early access since Mar 2026

The iconic roguelike deckbuilder returns. Craft a unique deck, encounter bizarre creatures, and discover relics of immense power in Slay the Spire 2!

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Steam Updated 12 Oct 2026 $24.99

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Evaluation

Slay the Spire 2 launched into Early Access on March 5, 2026, and Mega Crit has maintained consistent, transparent communication about the game's unfinished state and the road ahead. Since launch, the game has received two major content updates: the Early Access launch itself (March 5, 2026) and Major Update #2 on June 19, 2026, which added Steam Workshop support, the Bestiary, a new Act 3 boss, and substantial balance changes. Throughout this period, the team has also maintained a steady flow of feature patches and bug fixes on the beta branch. In April 2026, the developer published a detailed public roadmap explicitly listing content still to come, including an alternate Act 2, a new playable character, an alternate Act 3, experimental game modes, Steam Achievements, console/mobile ports, and a "True Victory" endgame mode. The August 14, 2026 newsletter confirmed that several roadmap items had shipped (Steam Workshop, the Bestiary, the Badge/Score system, new localizations), while stating the team had shifted focus to the larger pieces — the alternate Act 2 and new character — which were named as actively in development. The most recent communication, the September 25, 2026 newsletter, confirms the team returned from their annual break and has resumed work on "tons of secret features, game modes, content, bug fixes, and quality of life improvements," describing much of it as already being internally tested. The newsletter also teases a new area of the Spire currently being developed, with more reveals promised in coming months. Mega Crit has been explicit throughout Early Access that the path to version 1.0 is long and that significant content remains ahead — Steam Achievements alone are confirmed for the 1.0 release, which has not been announced.

Evidence

September 2026 Neowsletter confirms team has returned from break and resumed work on 'tons of secret features, game modes, content, bug fixes, and quality of life improvements,' with much already in internal testing. Teases a new area of the Spire currently under development, with more reveals promised in upcoming issues.

news post · Sep 25, 2026 source development ongoing

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August 2026 Neowsletter confirms the team is actively working on an alternate Act 2 and a new character, and has shifted update cadence to focus on these larger content pieces. Several roadmap items confirmed as shipped.

news post · Aug 14, 2026 source content planned

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Details

Developer

Mega Crit

Publisher

Mega Crit

Achievements

—

Platform

Windows, macOS, Linux

Controller

full support

Steam Deck

Verified

Players

Single-player · Multiplayer · Co-op

Roguelike Card Game Deckbuilding Strategy Roguelike Deckbuilder Turn-Based Combat Card Battler Indie Roguelite Difficult Early Access 2D Replay Value Dungeon Crawler Fantasy

About this game

THE SPIRE AWAKENS

The ultimate roguelike deckbuilder returns!

For 1,000 years, the Spire lay dormant, its secrets buried and its horrors forgotten. Now, it has reopened, hungrier and more dangerous than ever, devouring all who dare to ascend.

New perils demand sharper strategies, relentless cunning, and unwavering resolve. Outwit the Spire’s brutal trials and uncover the truths hidden at its peak.

Will you attempt the climb alone or enlist the aid of your fellow adventurers?

AN EVER-CHANGING SPIRE

Step into the newly evolved Spire, a twisted labyrinth teeming with strange and deadly foes. Adapt to an arsenal of brand new cards, relics, and potions, each offering game-changing possibilities—or dangerous consequences.

Climb the Spire with a new and returning cast of characters, each with their own cards, motives, and secrets.

No two climbs are ever the same. Unpredictable challenges and evolving strategies await those brave—or foolish—enough to ascend.

CLIMB ALONE OR WITH ALLIES

Brave the ascent on your own, or play with up to 4 players and face the Spire together in the all new co-op mode. Discover multiplayer-specific cards, powerful team synergies, and carry your friends (or get carried) to victory!

A NEW AND RETURNING CAST OF CHARACTERS

Embark on your quest to Slay the Spire as one of five different characters, some of whom will be familiar to seasoned Slayers and two of whom who are brand new. Discover each character’s unique playstyle, full potential, and secret backstory as you conquer all who stand in their way.

UNCOVER THE SPIRE’S LORE

The history of the Spire and its inhabitants, be they friend or foe, can now be discovered in entirely new ways. Unlock fragments of its mysterious timeline and encounter the most ancient of its residents through your myriad attempts.

MORE TO COME IN EARLY ACCESS

The Spire truly is ever-changing… in more ways than one. More content—including cards, events, environments, enemies, and more—will be added and balanced throughout Early Access. Join the journey early to be a part of the Spire’s next evolution.

Why release in Early Access, you ask? Slay the Spire's success comes from our community! It sounds corny, but the extra mile many of you went to report issues, translate content/announcements, create long video essays, make excellent (lol) tier lists, and draw goofy or gorgeous fan art is the reason we're doing it all again. We love our job!