Arc System Works, the studio behind acclaimed fighting franchises like Guilty Gear and BlazBlue, has announced Goritaire, a card-based survival game that blends roguelike progression with strategic deck-building. Scheduled for release in 2026, the title will be available on consooles, PC and iOS, and Android.
The game’s premise revolves around survival through card mechanics, where players must manage resources, combat encounters, and environmental challenges using a deck that evolves over time. Each run introduces randomized elements, ensuring replayability and encouraging experimentation with different strategies.
While Arc System Works is traditionally associated with high-speed fighting games, Goritaire represents a deliberate pivot toward the growing popularity of card-based roguelikes, a genre popularized by titles such as Slay the Spire and Monster Train.
Early previews emphasize a minimalist yet stylish presentation, with Arc System Works’ signature flair for animation applied to card effects and survival scenarios. Regional restrictions have not been announced, and given Arc System Works’ history of global releases, Goritaire is expected to launch worldwide. Pre-registration for mobile is available on Android, Steam for PC users.
