StarVaders

StarVaders

Released Apr 2025

Pilot a powerful mech to fight off the alien invasion in this ULTIMATE fusion of deckbuilding and grid-based tactics. Discover game-breaking combos, rewind time to alter your fate, and protect the future of humanity in this endlessly replayable roguelike.

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All announced content has been released
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All announced content has been released
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Evaluation

StarVaders launched on April 30, 2025 and received three major free content updates during its post-launch life: version 1.1 "Beach Episode" on June 24, 2025; version 1.2 "Night of the Invaders" on September 25, 2025; and version 2.0 "Min & Max's Cosmic Misadventures" on November 21, 2025. The 2.0 update added two new pilots, two new card packs, 14 new achievements, and an "Ultimate Ending" — the largest update the game received. In the 2.0 release post on November 21, 2025, the developer explicitly stated: "2.0 is the last planned content update for StarVaders." They confirmed that while mod-support is a work in progress and bug-fixing will continue, new content is complete. This was foreshadowed in a pre-release announcement on October 30, 2025, where the developer wrote: "After this 2.0 update, we currently don't have any further plans for StarVaders content, so it may very well be the final major update." Since the 2.0 release, developer communication has continued in the form of bug-fix and maintenance patches (2.0.0a in December 2025, 2.0.3 in January 2026, 2.0.5 in March 2026) and announcements related to DiceVaders, the studio's next game. A September 29, 2026 post announced console and mobile ports, confirming ongoing maintenance interest, but introduced no new StarVaders game content. None of these posts introduce or promise additional StarVaders content. All released DLC (a soundtrack and a cosmetic supporter pack) shipped on launch day and no unreleased DLC is listed. The developer's own words firmly close the content chapter for StarVaders as of November 21, 2025.
Evidence
Version 2.0 shipped with two new pilots, two new card packs, 14 new achievements, and a new Ultimate Ending — the final major content release.
news post · Nov 21, 2025 source content shipped
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Developer explicitly states: '2.0 is the last planned content update for StarVaders.' Confirms no new content is planned, though bug-fixing and mod-support will continue.
news post · Nov 21, 2025 source development ending
high

Content

2 of 2 released · no outstanding content
Released
Apr 2025

Media

Details

Developer
Publisher
Joystick Ventures
Achievements
100
Platform
Windows, macOS
Controller
full support
Steam Deck
Verified
Players
Single-player

About this game

The alien invasion has shattered Earth’s defenses. Pilot, the fate of humanity now rests in your hands. Take the helm of a powerful mech and fight off the invasion—one card at a time.

StarVaders combines tactical grid-based combat with deckbuilding strategy, placing you in command of a formidable mech during humanity’s last stand against the invaders. Build up a deck of powerful cards, unleash devastating combos, and defend the Earth at all costs!

Pilot Your Mech Into Battle!

Every mech in StarVaders has its own squad of pilots. Each mech introduces unique cards and mechanics, while your pilot further enhances your strategy with their distinct, powerful abilities.

Take command of the Gunner Mech to unleash an endless flurry of bullets and explosions, get up close and personal with the ninja-like Stinger Mech, or unleash the powerful spells and summons of the Keeper Mech!

Discover Game-Breaking Combos!

Unleash game-breaking combos, outsmart the invaders, and push your build to the limit against ever-escalating threats. With hundreds of cards, artifacts, and upgrades, no two runs are ever the same.

Missed a perfect combo or found yourself cornered by the invaders? Use a Chrono Token to rewind time and rewrite your fate.

Endless Replayability

After each run, unlock powerful new cards, pilots, and deadlier enemies and bosses that raise the stakes in future battles. There’s an endless supply of builds and combos to discover every time you play.

Ready to push your limits? Take on the various Challenge Modes or dive into the Daily Run to really prove what you’re made of!

Last evaluated Oct 2, 2026
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