KUBB Demo

First Impressions: KUBB Demo

Forget the Viking lawn game; KUBB is a weird, addictive roguelike where you build a deck of blocks instead of cards. You'll stack these pieces to survive disasters and jump dimensions in a loop that's easy to pick up but surprisingly hard to master.

Gameplay

You aren't dealing cards here. Instead, you're building a deck of blocks to stack and survive disasters while jumping between dimensions. It's a roguelike block-stacker where spatial positioning actually matters, which is a refreshing break from the usual 2D card layouts. You start with 35 blocks, each with its own rules, and the real challenge is finding synergies that keep your stack from collapsing the moment a disaster hits. It's got that same 'just one more try' energy you'll recognize from Balatro or Slay the Spire, where you're always one specific block away from an unbeatable build.

Since it's a demo, the meta-progression feels a bit lean, and you'll notice some rough edges. It's not polished to a mirror shine, and some block interactions are opaque. You're going to fail a few times just to figure out how things actually work because the game doesn't hold your hand. The variety is decent for a preview, but the real depth is locked away in the full version, which adds another 30+ blocks. It's definitely 'indie' in its current state, meaning you'll have to put up with some clunkiness for the sake of the core loop.

Key Features

• Stack blocks to survive disasters
• 35 starting blocks in demo
• Dimension-hopping roguelike loop
• Spatial positioning mechanics

Screenshots

First Impressions

Grab this on Steam since it's free and works as a great palate cleanser if you're burnt out on traditional deckbuilders. It's perfect for people who love spatial puzzles, but if you hate unpolished indie demos with opaque mechanics, you might want to wait for the full release. I'm looking forward to seeing those extra 30+ blocks to see if the depth holds up.

* Price at time of publication (checked 10.07.2026). Prices may vary by region and are subject to change. This is an editorial review, not a commercial offer.