Mr. Magpie’s Harmless Card Game Preview

Mr. Magpie’s Harmless Card Game screenshot

Mr. Magpie’s Harmless Card Game is an upcoming roguelike deckbuilder from Giant Light Studios. On the surface, it looks simple: flip the good cards, avoid the bad ones. In reality, the game hides a surreal mix of corporate dread, dark humor, and push-your-luck mechanics that can turn every turn into a gamble.

With inspirations drawn from Inscryption, Severance, and Balatro, the game lures you in with deceptively simple rules before twisting them with game-breaking perks and a sinister overseer who insists you stay at the table. Mr. Magpie loves you. Why would you ever want to leave?

🎬 Mr. Magpie’s Harmless Card Game Trailer

🎮 Preview Highlights

5 Steps to Success

Gameplay from Mr. Magpie’s Harmless Card Game

Flip over the good cards.
Don’t flip over the bad cards.
Buy game-breaking perks!
Avoid termination!
Escape… maybe?

Why It Stands Out

Push-your-luck tension: Every card flip is a gamble, forcing quick decisions.
Perks with synergy: Between rounds, you can buy perks that completely change the rules. As a result, each run feels different.
Surreal atmosphere: A corporate nightmare wrapped in a playful card game.
Mr. Magpie himself: Equal parts charming and unsettling—he insists he loves you, but can you trust him?

🎮 Let’s Play Mr. Magpie’s Harmless Card Game with Markiplier

YouTuber Markiplier takes on Mr. Magpie’s Harmless Card Game, bringing his signature mix of humor and intensity to the surreal deckbuilder. His playthrough highlights the game’s eerie tension, the unpredictability of the push-your-luck mechanics, and of course, the unsettling charm of Mr. Magpie himself. Viewers praised both the atmosphere and the clever design, with many calling the game “Inscryption meets corporate horror.”

📝 Early Player Impressions

On Itch.io, Mr. Magpie’s Harmless Card Game holds a strong 4.5/5 rating from over 240 players. Early comments highlight both the charm and the challenge:

“This is about to be my new time-waster game. Mr. Creepy Muppet man is terrifying in the best way.”
“FUN GAME OVERALL. Love the scary dude, lighting makes it creepier.”
“I really enjoyed this game; I was completely immersed.”

Some players did note that an optional tutorial would make onboarding smoother. However, the developer has already confirmed updates are on the way to improve clarity and visuals .

👥 Inspirations and Style

The game draws inspiration from Inscryption, Severance, Balatro, and Party House. However, it adds its own flavor by leaning into corporate satire and eerie charm. The result is a roguelike deckbuilder that balances comedy, horror, and strategy in one package.

💭 Final Preview Thoughts

Mr. Magpie’s Harmless Card Game is shaping up to be more than just another deckbuilder. It’s a push-your-luck experiment where the rules bend in unexpected ways and the host himself seems a little too eager to keep you at the table.

If you enjoy games that blend tension, strategy, and surreal storytelling, this one deserves a spot on your wishlist.

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Mr. Magpie’s Harmless Card Game on Steam^¹

A Roguelike Deckbuilder hosted by a deranged puppet. Push your luck and use your wits to tilt the odds in your favor. Exploit strange synergies to get filthy rich. Make your quota before closing time and he won't have to kill you!

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Age Rating: 16+