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NonfooStudio · Published by NonfooStudio
Positive — 100% positive (16 reviews)
Last updated 30 Sept 2026
Zen meets roguelike. Rewrite card values with Shapings, maximize every hand, then watch chain reactions ignite across the scoring engine you've carefully built. Simple rules. Hard to master.
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Indie, Strategy, Casual · 2026 · More £5 - £15 games
In PhiloDeka, players navigate a strategic landscape where each shaping of cards triggers unpredictable outcomes. Developed by NonfooStudio, this 2026 indie game invites you to build and reshape scoring engines with precision and foresight.
About this game
Simple rules. Spectacular chain reactions.
What Is PhiloDeka?
6 Runes + 8 Shaping skills + nearly 150 Charmstones = Vast strategic possibilities
Each level spans three hands, each dealing you a set of number cards. Rewrite their values with Shapings, assemble the optimal Deka (a multiple of ten), and set off Charmstone chain reactions. Across 20 levels, forge your ultimate build.
Zen is the spirit; strategy is the core.
No Two Runs Alike
Six paths: Will you pick the resource-rich Tree, the fast-paced Wind, or the patient Moon that blooms late? 6 Runes, 6 entirely different ways to think.
Shaping the cards: Add, double, split, randomize, merge — 8 Shaping skills, each with its own flair. There's always more than one way to play your numbers.
Deep synergies: After every level, browse new Charmstones in the shop. They interact deeply with your Runes and Shaping skills, triggering chain bonuses. Some Charmstones upgrade into two forms — same stone, different possibilities.
The art of ten: Grasp the rules in a second; mastery takes deep thought. Forming a Deka is just the beginning — orchestrating the optimal play across your Charmstone chains is the real test. It's a craft — and a state of mind.
Realm of Zen
Understated visuals. Soothing music. When you're fully absorbed in chains and choices, time quietly slips away — this is the zen of PhiloDeka.
Full Game Content
6 Runes: Distinctly different build directions
8 Shaping skills: Your toolkit for rewriting the card values
148 Charmstones: Discover, curate, and build a powerful scoring engine
20 Levels: Ever-climbing score targets
5 Difficulty tiers: From Relaxed to Extreme
18 Challenges: Face them in Challenge Mode
Five of the Runes, four of the Shaping skills, and certain Charmstone upgrades (Tier II/III) are initially locked — unlock them gradually with completion rewards.
Would You Enjoy PhiloDeka?
PhiloDeka carries a zen spirit — but it isn't a purely relaxing, carefree casual game. Through thinking and decision-making, you will craft your own scoring strategy.
You might fall in love with it if you:
Love diving deep into item synergies and strategic depth
Crave that "one more run" feeling when you're just one step away
Appreciate hardcore gameplay hidden beneath a minimalist exterior
Enjoy deduction and the thrill of cracking a good puzzle
PhiloDeka is available now! Begin your zen journey of cards and strategy!
System Requirements
Will my PC run this? →Minimum
- OS: Windows 10+
- Processor: Intel Core i5-6200U (2.3 GHz, Dual-Core) or AMD Ryzen 3 2200U (2.5 GHz, Dual-Core)
- Memory: 8 GB RAM
- Graphics: Intel HD Graphics 620 or NVIDIA GeForce 920M (1GB VRAM) or AMD Radeon R5 M330 (1GB VRAM)
- Storage: 300 MB available space
- Additional Notes: Play with mouse
Supported Languages
Latest news
AnnouncementsOfficial
PhiloDeka v1.1.0: Misclicks happen — now you can rewind the hand
This update introduces the game's first consumable item: New LeafOn use, rewinds the current hand back to its initial state at the moment it was dealt.What it offers:- Misclicks can be undone: the hand just returns to the way it was dealt. If you want to retry your second or third hand, no need to replay the entire level.- On complex hands, there's now more room to explore different solutions — if one does not work out, simply rewind and try another.See the Gleanings - Consumables tab for details.Uses are limited per run, and it only rewinds the current hand.Thanks for your support, and feel free to share your feedback!Read full article on Community Announcements (Nonfoo)Patch NotesOfficial
PhiloDeka v1.0.7 Update
Hey everyone, PhiloDeka has been updated to v1.0.7! Bug fix: fixed a Steam Cloud sync issue.Read full article on Community Announcements (Nonfoo)Patch NotesOfficial
PhiloDeka v1.0.5 Update
Hey everyone, PhiloDeka has been updated to v1.0.5! Bug fix: unable to start a new game or continue when audio output fails.Read full article on Community Announcements (Nonfoo)Patch NotesOfficial
PhiloDeka v1.0.4 Update
Hey everyone, PhiloDeka has been updated to v1.0.4! This is a minor update, with the following changes: New & Improved: - Card Marking - Right-click a card to circle it for attention, handy for flagging cards you want to keep an eye on. - Select All - The former "Zen-Select" has been renamed to "Select All", and the HUD now shows greyed-out buttons when the feature is off, making it easier to discover. - Wind Rune Description - The short description now highlights its unique "timed rush / countdown" pace, so you know what to expect before unlocking it. Bug Fixes: - Fixed the Flower rune's "previous hand pattern" record showing stale data when returning to the main menu mid-level and then continuing. - Fixed plus/minus button residue on cards after pressing ESC during the Raindrop skill's apply animation. Thanks for your support, and feel free to share your feedback!Read full article on Community Announcements (Nonfoo)Patch NotesOfficial
PhiloDeka v1.0.3 Update
Hey everyone, PhiloDeka has been updated to v1.0.3! This is a minor update, with the following changes:- How to Get Pine Cones - A new "How to Get Pine Cones" popup has been added to the Codex, listing every Pine Cone reward source at a glance; the Pine Cones breakdown on the level-complete screen now shows the specific difficulty tier.- Early-Game Experience & Rewards - Complete the tutorial for a one-time gift of 2 Pine Cones; Level 10 Challenge Mode now awards 1 Pine Cone; the one-time Rune reward has been split from 10 Pine Cones at Level 20 into 5 each at Levels 10 and 20 (half available earlier).- For New Players - New players starting from this version will all begin with the Tree Rune.- Balance Changes - Flower Rune and Wind Rune have been buffed. Thanks for your support, and feel free to share your feedback!Read full article on Community Announcements (Nonfoo)
