Report updated Apr 16, 2026
Card Thief
For fans of stealth, puzzle, and solo strategy card games looking for short, challenging gameplay sessions.
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Card Thief is an established games app that is completely free. With a 4.4/5 rating from 30.8K reviews, it shows polarized user reception.
What makes this app unique?
What Are The Key Features?
Players navigate a grid-based deck to extinguish torches and evade guards without detection.
The game includes four unique heists, each featuring distinct enemies, traps, and environmental obstacles.
Players can unlock and upgrade 12 specialized equipment cards to enhance their tactical capabilities.
The game functions entirely offline, requiring no internet connection for gameplay.
How much does it cost?
Who Built It?
Arnold Rauers
Crafting minimalist, turn-based tactical games that distill complex roguelike mechanics into accessible, session-based experiences.
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What is the competitive landscape for Card Thief?
How's The Games Market?
How does it evolve in the Games market?
Rank progression
33 active rankings tracked — 30-day window
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The outtake for Card Thief
Key Takeaways
Card Thief successfully distills complex stealth mechanics into a highly replayable, accessible, and strategic card-based puzzle experience.
Where Is It Heading?
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