Steam: One-armed bandit, but deadly – new Balatro-like roguelike hits 96% positive reviews
Roguelike card games like Balatro and Luck be a Landlord have become fan favorites for their addictive mechanics. If you are craving a fresh twist on the genre, CloverPit delivers exactly that. Instead of cards, it throws you into a sinister setting where luck decides your fate. You awaken in a small, dimly lit room with a grated floor – home only to a slot machine and an ATM.
In CloverPit, survival hinges on paying off your debt – fail to deposit enough money after a run, and the floor opens beneath you, sending you to a gruesome end. The game puts a fresh spin on the roguelike formula. Unlike Balatro, where luck lies in the cards, here it all comes down to the pull of a slot machine lever. Yet players are not entirely at the mercy of chance: more than 150 items, talismans and upgrades can be unlocked over time, offering greater control with each run.
Items are at the core of CloverPit. They modify how the machine operates or change the behavior of specific symbols. Some enhance certain combos, others increase the odds of rare patterns or trigger chain reactions that can result in massive payouts. According to Steam reviews, the real appeal lies in experimenting with different setups and chasing higher scores – making the game incredibly hard to put down.
Strong reviews and launch discount
CloverPit has been available as a demo since April and officially launched on Steam on September 26. It has already amassed over 1,000 reviews with an impressive 96% positive rating. A 10% launch discount runs until October 10, bringing the price down to $9. The game is also Steam Deck “Verified” (currently priced at around $480 on Amazon), making it a strong pick for handheld play.
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