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This Ain’t Even Poker Ya Joker: Deckbuilding Meets Idle

This idle game has a real story, great visuals, and a unique deckbuilding twist. But it’s not without flaws. Let’s break down ‘This Ain’t Even Poker, Ya Joker’.

By Mitchell, 3 monthsJune 27, 2026 ago

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DPS Idle 2: A Card-Based Idle Game Done Well (Mostly)

DPS Idle 2 builds its progression around card leveling and prestige loop. This dev analysis covers those systems and what I think could be improved.

By Mitchell, 4 monthsJune 10, 2026 ago

This Ain’t Even Poker Ya Joker: Deckbuilding Meets Idle

DPS Idle 2: A Card-Based Idle Game Done Well (Mostly)

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