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Zai Studio · Published by Zai Studio
7 user reviews — 100% positive (7 reviews) · 22 achievements
Last updated 28 Sept 2026
Fuse cards. Evolve your build. Break the cycle. Dala and the Cursed Forest is a roguelike deckbuilder rooted in Southeast Asian forest mythology. Every card combination reshapes how you fight. Lift the curse before the forest consumes you.
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Indie, Strategy, Early Access · 2026 · More £5 - £15 games
Navigate Dala and the Cursed Forest, an indie strategy game from Zai Studio. Evolve your deck to outsmart the forest's threats in this unique roguelike experience rooted in Southeast Asian mythology.
About this game
Master the Art of Card Fusion
Dala and the Cursed Forest is a dark fantasy roguelike deckbuilder rooted in Southeast Asian forest mythology, built around transformation through fusion.
Combine cards to generate Cells, unlock new forms, and redefine your entire build mid-run.
Every fusion decision alters your strategy, shaping your playstyle, strengths, and risks with every turn.
This is not just deckbuilding. This is evolution.
Transform Mid-Run
Gather matching Cells to awaken powerful forms, each granting new abilities, unique cards, and distinct combat styles.
Transformation is not a bonus. It reshapes your run.
Adapt your fusion path, experiment with build-defining synergies, and discover how each form changes the way you fight.
Strategic, Ever-Changing Runs
No two journeys through the cursed forest are alike.
Choose from distinct starting decks.
Discover new cards and items.
Encounter mysterious events that bless... or twist your strategy.
Every choice carries weight.
A Cursed Forest Inspired by Myth
Face mythical creatures and corrupted spirits drawn from Southeast Asian dark folklore.
The deeper you venture, the more the forest pushes back.
Eat. Prepare. Survive.
Monsters drop Thai food like mango sticky rice and durian.
Eat mid-battle to survive or trigger powerful effects. At the restaurant, choose between a Thai meal or a free upgrade. Every stop is a strategic decision.
Uncover the Truth Behind the Curse
As you progress, new story chapters and memories are unlocked.
Piece together the fate of the cursed forest and discover the truth behind Dala’s endless cycle.
Each run brings you closer to understanding the power that binds her.
Core Features
Card Fusion system that evolves your cards and powers Dala's transformation mid-run
Unlock powerful transformations with unique abilities and evolving combat styles
Multiple starting decks with distinct fusion paths
300+ cards, including powerful combined forms
30+ items and relics to expand your strategy
60+ unique combat encounters with varied enemy patterns
30+ mysterious events and mini-games that alter your run
10+ skills in Dala’s talent tree for long-term progression
A richly illustrated world inspired by Southeast Asian mythology and dark folklore
System Requirements
Will my PC run this? →Minimum
- OS *: Window 7
- Processor: Intel Core i3 or AMD Phenom II
- Memory: 4 GB RAM
- Graphics: Intel Integrated Ghaphics
- DirectX: Version 10
- Storage: 1200 MB available space
Recommended
- OS: Window 10
- Processor: Intel Corei5 / AMD Ryzen 3
- Memory: 8 GB RAM
- Graphics: Geforce GT630
- DirectX: Version 10
- Storage: 2 GB available space
Supported Languages
Latest news
Patch NotesOfficial
[Update v3.2.0] - Controller support has arrived!
\Hey everyone! This update brings full controller support to the game :What's NewController support has arrived! Play the game with a controller (button remapping is still Work in Progress)Updated UIsUpdated Guwen deck card balance — adjusted card damage and mana costsUpdated some NPC/monster animationsBug FixesFixed some card descriptionsFixed a relic bug causing cards to disappearThanks for playing!Read full article on Community Announcements (Daikon)AnnouncementsOfficial
Testing Vipak's new deck and taking on the Last Boss!
🔴 LIVE NOW: Vipak Deck Testing & Last Boss Fight!Today we are putting Vipak's cards to the test. The core engine of this deck is the "Water Area" buff, which automatically attacks enemies every time you fuse a card. It's designed to push your fusion speed to the absolute limit.Showcasing 3 main archetypes: 💥 Explosion 💦 Wet 🐍 Naga HatchingCome hang out and watch the fusion combos go crazy!Read full article on Community Announcements (Vindnae)AnnouncementsOfficial
Story System Testing Round 2!
Story System Testing (Round 2)!Testing the story system today. Yesterday the screen didn't show up on stream due to an OBS-to-Steam connection issue (we checked all the logs but still have this problem). Come drop by and help us check if the video and audio are working properly!Read full article on Community Announcements (Vindnae)AnnouncementsOfficial
Testing Story Locks Live!
Story System Live Test — Dala and the Cursed ForestToday we're testing our new story-lock system: each Stage now spawns specific story NPCs and Bosses at fixed points, tied to where you are in the narrative. Come watch how these locked encounters trigger live as we play through a run!Read full article on Community Announcements (Vindnae)AnnouncementsOfficial
Controller Support is Ready! 🎮🔥 Live Testing for Dala and the Cursed Forest
Last time, the controller wasn't quite ready but we’re fully set now! Join us live as we play Dala and the Cursed Forest with a controller. Help us hunt down bugs, catch control issues, and drop your feedback in the chat. Your input is super important for us to polish the controls before full release!Read full article on Community Announcements (Vindnae)
