Pine Tar Poker
Card · Paid · 4.9 out of 5 from 141 ratings
A mystical solo poker variant set in a cozy bar where tarot cards unlock hidden depths and roguelike replayability.
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GenreCard
PricePaid
Difficultymedium
Ad intensitynone
In-app-purchase pressurenone
Typical sessionshort
DeveloperBird Cartel LLC
Rating4.9 out of 5 from 141 ratings
What players like
- No ads or intrusive monetization; one fair upfront price
- Surprising depth with hidden Lovecraftian story and puzzle-solving
- Unique poker-Yahtzee hybrid mechanics with tarot elements
- Polished presentation with great art style and animations
- Non-draining, portable gameplay perfect for quick sessions
Common complaints
- No cloud save feature forces replay from scratch on device change
- Story is too short; limited endgame content after purchase
- Some items poorly explained for players unfamiliar with card strategies
- Repetitive music becomes annoying during longer play
- Unclear ending point and how to use final purchased items
What real reviews say
★★★★★ Wonderful game The best and worst thing about a game like this is that there is an end. It gives the experience closure, but I still want more. It’s a real treat, and I can’t wait until enough time passes where a replay feels fresh again.
★★★★★ Late Night, the Bar, Cards Still on the Table The game is set in a bar, creating the feeling that playing cards is also a chance to chat with old friends. It brought me comfort in my loneliness. The tarot and other related mechanics are well designed as well. There are two shortcomings, though: first, there is no cloud save feature; second, th
★★★★★ High Replay Value The game is simple enough. In fact, it introduced me to a variant of poker I can play solo when I camp and don’t want screen time. The game is nice as a quick pass time I can play in a waiting room and swipe away from and come back to whenever. Won’t drain my battery. Doesn’t collect inappropriate
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