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Rens Studio · Published by Rens Studio
Last updated 28 Sept 2026
Tabletop Survivors is a turn-based roguelike card RPG driven by random events, where every playthrough tells a new story. You will survive and fight in a zombie apocalypse, making difficult choices and writing your own survival journey.
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About this game
Every journey begins the same.
A zombie outbreak has devastated the world. You leave your home and set out for the Port, hoping to board the last evacuation ship.
But everything that happens along the way is different.
Random event cards constantly reshape your adventure. You may rescue a stranger, fall into an ambush, discover precious supplies, or find yourself trapped by a single bad decision.
Every playthrough tells a new story.
Choice
There are no easy answers at the end of the world.
Will you share your last supplies with a complete stranger?
Will you risk your life to protect someone being bullied by raiders?
Will you abandon a badly wounded companion to save food and water?
Every choice changes the course of your story and ultimately your fate.
Resources
Water, food, medicine, and ammunition are all desperately scarce. Even a good night’s sleep or a moment of entertainment becomes a luxury.
Carefully manage every resource you can find, maintain your health, and keep your mood up.
Sometimes, people don't die because the enemy is stronger.
They die from exhaustion and despair.
Team
Throughout your journey, you’ll meet new survivors, each with randomly generated attributes and skills.
Build your team wisely and make the most of everyone’s strengths if you hope to survive.
Every playthrough brings different companions, and together you'll forge your own story through the apocalypse.
Equipment
Trade with merchants, scavenge fallen enemies, repair damaged gear, and upgrade your weapons and armor to face ever greater dangers.
In the apocalypse, quality equipment is hard to come by.
Sometimes, an ordinary shovel is all that stands between you and death.
Combat
Unlike traditional card battles, the Card Distance system gives weapon range real tactical significance.
The Entanglement system allows melee weapons to truly shine, making knives far more dangerous than machine guns once combat enters the Entangled State.
Combine each weapon's strengths with smart positioning to develop tactics that are uniquely your own.
Customize the Rules
Reduced shooting accuracy at night?
Food spoils over time?
Gunfire attracts zombies?
…
Customize the survival rules of the apocalypse and create the challenge you want to face.
It All Started as a Tabletop Experiment
This game began as a simple tabletop experiment.
I wanted to find out whether a deck of random event cards could create a different story every time it was played. The results exceeded my expectations. Compared with traditional RPGs built around a fixed storyline, the unpredictability of completely random adventures created a far more memorable experience.
After years of refining that idea, it eventually became Tabletop Survivors.
Every journey is different.
Every choice matters.
Every playthrough tells a new story.
System Requirements
Will my PC run this? →Minimum
- Requires a 64-bit processor and operating system
- OS: Windows 10 (64-bit)
- Processor: Intel Core i3 / AMD Ryzen 3 (Dual-core 2.5 GHz)
- Memory: 4 GB RAM
- Graphics: NVIDIA GeForce GTX 750 Ti / AMD Radeon R7 260X
- DirectX: Version 11
- Storage: 1 GB available space
Recommended
- Requires a 64-bit processor and operating system
Supported Languages
Latest news
Patch NotesOfficial
Demo update v0.4.0
Hi everyone! This update introduces the Tactics System, retouches all card illustrations, and brings several gameplay improvements. Here are the details:1. Tactics SystemYou have a chance to obtain a Tactic Card after winning a battle.Drag and drop a Tactic Card onto a character to apply its tactical effect.Certain Tactic Cards only apply to specific weapon types. For example, "Archery" only works on bows and crossbows.Duration types for Tactic Cards include: One-time, This Turn, and Entire Battle.A character can only have one Tactic Card active at a time; effects do not stack.Double-right-click on an applied Tactic Card icon to remove (discard) it.2. Tactic Card: SprintEffect: AP cost for moving -1.Duration: This Turn3. Tactic Card: Critical HitEffect: Next attack is a guaranteed Critical Hit.Duration: One-time4. Tactic Card: GunslingerEffect: AP cost for firearm attacks -1.Duration: This Turn5. Tactic Card: Eagle EyeEffect: Range for ranged weapons +3.Duration: This Turn6. Tactic Card: Martial ArtsEffect: AP cost for melee attacks -1.Duration: This Turn7. Tactic Card: Brute ForceEffect: Doubles melee weapon damage.Duration: This Turn8. Tactic Card: ArcheryEffect: AP cost for Bow and Crossbow attacks -1.Duration: This Turn9. More Tactic CardsThe full version will feature a wider variety of Tactic Cards than the Demo, giving you more tactical flexibility and strategies to pull off.10. Retouched Card IllustrationsOverhauled 400+ card illustrations in the game to achieve a consistent visual style.11. Improvements & AdjustmentsTalisman can now be used directly by double-right-clicking in the inventory, making their effects active during battle.Using medicine now automatically checks if it is necessary to prevent accidental waste.Expanded inventory capacity.The Mysterious Raincoat now grants fire resistance.Performance of bow and crossbow class weapons has been buffed.You can now claim relief supplies upon reaching the shelter.You can collect a large amount of drinking ...Read full article on Community Announcements (Rens Studio)Patch NotesOfficial
Demo update v0.3.1
This update redesigns the game's UI, replacing the original UI placeholders.Read full article on Community Announcements (Rens Studio)Patch NotesOfficial
Demo update v0.3.0
Hi everyone! This update introduces the Vitals System along with several other new features. The details are as follows:1. Vitals SystemHunger, thirst, and low mood will gradually accumulate and become life-threatening.Malnutrition: Caused by prolonged starvation. Food satisfies hunger instantly, but recovering from malnutrition takes time.Dehydration: Caused by a prolonged lack of water. Drinking water quenches thirst instantly, but recovering from dehydration takes time.Depression: Caused by prolonged low mood. Rest and entertainment offer instant mood boosts, but recovering from depression takes time.Danger Indicators: The danger level of each condition is shown by the progress bar above its warning icon. If any bar reaches its limit, it is Game Over.2. Bunker GearA full-body armor set including a helmet. It provides fire resistance and can be found at fire stations.3. Smelling SaltsTriggers a breathing reflex by releasing ammonia gas. Used to wake up unconscious individuals, and also commonly used as a stimulant in sports.4. Egg Fried RiceA newly added recipe with better taste and a longer shelf life than regular rice.5. Wooden PoleA common item found everywhere. Its 2-tile attack range and stunning effect make it highly practical in the early game.6. Bullet Type OptionsYou can now toggle special bullet types (JHP, AP, SUBSONIC, etc.) on or off in the settings.7. Improvements and AdjustmentsSmashing vending machines in a post-apocalyptic world is morally acceptable, but the noise generated may attract zombies.Military armor now increases backpack capacity.Grenade damage has been buffed.A reminder icon will now appear if a character's equipped weapon drops below 70% durability.Purchasing ammunition has become more difficult in Hard Mode.We will continue to improve the game. If you have any suggestions, please feel free to post them in the community for discussion. Have fun playing!Read full article on Community Announcements (Rens Studio)Patch NotesOfficial
Demo update v0.2.0
Hey everyone! This update adds plenty of new content to the game, including special weapons and ammo types. Here are the details:1. Shock Gun (Taser)A non-lethal weapon that deals minimal damage but stuns the target for 2 turns.2. Poison Arrow / BoltThe crafting recipe can be found in Hunting magazine (requires skill: Medical 3). Striking a target inflicts poison, causing them to lose 10% HP per turn (ineffective against zombies).3. Dragon's BreathSpecial ammunition for shotguns. It targets a single enemy and sets them on fire upon impact, rendering them unable to act, dealing 10–30 HP damage per turn, and severely damaging their armor.4. Jacketed Hollow-Point Rounds (JHP)Available Calibers: 9mm, .45, .357, 5.56mm, 7.62mmOffers higher damage and stopping power but weaker armor penetration. Perfect for dealing with low-armor targets (like zombies).5. Armor-Piercing Rounds (AP)Available Calibers: 9mm, .45, .357, 5.56mm, 7.62mmDoubles armor penetration at the cost of a slight reduction in raw damage. Ideal for cracking high-armor targets.6. Subsonic RoundsAvailable Calibers: 9mm, .45, .357A low-velocity ammunition. While it sacrifices some damage and armor penetration, it significantly reduces muzzle noise, helping you avoid attracting more zombies.Developer Note: These new special weapons and ammo types add a whole new layer of strategic depth. Utilizing them wisely will give you a significant tactical advantage!Improvements & AdjustmentsBased on your valuable feedback from the playtest, this update introduces the following improvements and adjustments:Optimized Enemy Targeting Algorithm. Enemies will now dynamically evaluate distance, hit chance, armor, and potential damage to select the optimal target.Crafting a basic Water Filter Bottle no longer requires the Survival skill.You can now craft weapon parts from materials (requires skill: Craft 5), easing the pressure of firearm maintenance in the late game.Text in the feedback log now uses color highlighting to diffe...Read full article on Community Announcements (Rens Studio)Patch NotesOfficial
Demo update v0.1.3
1，Added 20 new character cards.2，Food cards of the same grade and freshness can be combined.3，The vending machine: Can hold down the Shift key to "Buy All".Read full article on Community Announcements (Rens Studio)
