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Pedro Nuno Lemos · Published by Adamastor Games · Official site ↗
5 user reviews — 80% positive (5 reviews)
Last updated 28 Sept 2026
Portucale is a strategic card-battler set in a brutal new kingdom. Build prestige, fortify borders, and weaponize treachery with the unique Cheat mechanic. In this tense psychological duel, your walls generate gold while you dismantle your rival’s legacy through sword and subtlety.
Free To Play, Strategy, Early Access, Casual · 2026 · More free games
About this game
Portucale: Sword and Subtlety
In the brutal dawn of a new kingdom, honor is a luxury and survival is a calculation. Portucale: Sword and Subtlety is a strategic card-battler that strips away the fluff of traditional CCGs to focus on the raw mechanics of power: building prestige, fortifying borders, and the cold-blooded art of sabotage.
Gamers will care about Portucale because it transforms the "defense" phase from a passive wait into a high-stakes economic engine. In this game, your walls don't just stop arrows; they generate the gold required to fund your next conquest. But the true hook lies in the "Cheat" mechanic—a system that weaponizes treachery, allowing players to directly erode an opponent’s hard-earned attributes.
It is a game of "asymmetric friction" where you aren't just playing your cards; you are actively dismantling your rival's legacy. Whether you rule through the absolute authority of the King or the quiet lethality of a well-timed betrayal, Portucale offers a tense, psychological duel where the greatest threat isn't the army at your gates, but the subtlety of the hand you didn't see coming.
System Requirements
Will my PC run this? →Minimum
- Requires a 64-bit processor and operating system
- OS: Windows 10/11 (64-bit)
- Processor: Intel Core i3-10th Gen / AMD Ryzen 3
- Memory: 3 GB RAM
- Graphics: NVIDIA GTX 1050 / AMD RX 550 (4GB VRAM)
- DirectX: Version 11
- Storage: 4 GB available space
Recommended
- Requires a 64-bit processor and operating system
- OS: Windows 10/11 (64-bit)
- Processor: Intel Core i7-12th Gen / AMD Ryzen 5
- Memory: 6 GB RAM
- Graphics: NVIDIA GTX 1050 / AMD RX 550 (4GB VRAM)
- DirectX: Version 11
- Storage: 8 GB available space
Supported Languages
Latest news
Patch NotesOfficial
Update 0.95 Beta : A Quick view
Hello, community!We have been working hard behind the scenes to bring deeper and more strategic mechanics to the game. Today, we want to share a glimpse of the near future with you. Prepare your strategies, because the game is about to get a lot more interesting!🛠️ Deck-building Mode is on the Way!Development on our new Deck-building Mode is moving full steam ahead! We want to give you total freedom to create your own synergies, test unique combinations, and adapt your playstyle.We are currently fine-tuning the interface and balancing the mechanics. You can catch a little sneak peek of our progress in the image below:🌟 Reveal: A New Card Enters the Game!What would a new deck mode be without new tools to play with? We are proud to introduce the latest addition to your arsenal. This card was designed to open up new tactics and surprise your opponents on the board.What do you think of the art? Leave your guesses in the comments!💬 Stay Tuned!Your feedback is essential during this stage of development. If you want to discuss strategies or give suggestions directly to the team, join us:✍️ Leave your thoughts here in the Steam comments!If you haven't already, don't forget to add the game to your Wishlist so you don't miss any updates.Until the next update, happy strategizing!– The Development TeamRead full article on Community Announcements (Adamastor Games)Patch NotesOfficial
Update V0.9 - Beta
Here is the English translation of your announcement, polished to sound natural, professional, and engaging for a gaming community:Dear Players,We are pleased to share with you the new features and improvements we have prepared for the Update V0.9 Preview, as well as lift the veil a little on what we have in store for the future of the game. Your feedback continues to be our main driver of evolution, and this update focuses on fine-tuning the gameplay experience and bringing new content.These features will be available in the Beta Playtest version – Request your access now; we will be granting slots with every new version.Discover the main changes already implemented below:🃏 Balance & GameplayAttribute Adjustments: In order to ensure smoother, more strategic, and fairer matches, we have reviewed and altered the attributes of several cards. This fine-tuning aims to significantly improve the overall rhythm and gameplay.✨ Visual & UI ImprovementsNew Artwork for the "King Type" Card: The King Type card has received a complete visual update. The new design highlights the grandeur and importance of this card on the board.Video Settings Added: We have added a new visual option to the game settings. From now on, you can easily toggle between Fullscreen and Windowed mode, adapting the game to your viewing preferences.⚔️ New Content: History Comes to LifeNew Card Type – "Legend of Portugal": Get ready to welcome a brand-new card type! The "Legend of Portugal" cards bring unique mechanics and celebrate the most remarkable figures and myths of our history.🛠️ Development Note: This is another firm step toward the final version. We will continue to closely monitor your performance and feedback to shape future updates.Thank you for your continuous support, and good luck on the battlefield!The Development TeamRead full article on Community Announcements (Adamastor Games)AnnouncementsOfficial
Launch of Portucale on Portugal Day!
On the day we celebrate Portugal, Camões, and the Portuguese Communities, we also raise our digital swords!It is with immense pride that we announce that Portucale: Sword and Subtlety is now officially available to all players.What awaits you on this journey:Strategic Combat: Use the strength of your sword or the subtlety of your tactics to overcome every challenge.Immersive Settings: Explore a rich atmosphere inspired by our history, culture, and legends.A Striking Narrative: Make decisions that will shape your destiny and the destiny of those around you.To celebrate this very special launch on June 10th, we have prepared exclusive surprises for the community. Don't miss the opportunity to be one of the first to leave your mark on Portucale.Prepare your cards, sharpen your wit, and join us in this epic adventure!Read full article on Community Announcements (Adamastor Games)
