Across the Obelisk: Amelia, the Queen Review Summary

Last updated: 2026-11-11
Review summary
  • Fun and versatile new character
  • DLC adds substantial content
  • Enjoyable solo and co-op
  • Unwanted launcher with ads
  • Queen lacks speed and damage
  • Ice damage is weak overall
Across the Obelisk: Amelia, the Queen header

Categories

DeckbuildingRoguelike DeckbuilderCooperative MultiplayerCard-based GameplayRPGCharacter ProgressionMeta-ProgressionCold Damage and Chill Mechanics

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Archetypes

Sample precision
Helpful reviews
85%
Unhelpful reviews
11%
Protest reviews
4%
Positive points
81
Negative points
64
Gameplay points
76
Perf. points
4
Rec. points
23
Misc points
43
Point
Fun and versatile new character
Description
The new character is widely praised as fun, interesting, and versatile across multiple clusters. Players enjoy her in both standard and sandbox modes.
Importance
74%
Affordable and good value
Description
Many reviewers find the DLC reasonably priced and a good deal, especially considering the hours of gameplay it offers. The pricing feels right for the content provided.
Importance
72%
Frost mage is extremely strong
Description
When played as a Frost mage, the character is extremely powerful, with some builds considered broken. She excels as a front liner and pure damage dealer, making high-difficulty runs easier.
Importance
55%
Pet is awesome and strong
Description
The new pet is highly praised for being both cool and powerful. It offers useful abilities like buff purging and stealing, and synergizes well with certain builds.
Importance
51%
DLC adds substantial content
Description
The DLC introduces a new character, a new pet, and fresh mechanics, providing a ton of new content. It is seen as a good update for an already great game.
Importance
46%
New hero has interesting kit
Description
The new hero's abilities and playstyle are considered fun and unique, adding a fresh dynamic to the game. Her kit encourages new builds and strategies.
Importance
45%
Amelia is a fun heroine
Description
Amelia is described as a complex and enjoyable character, providing a blast to play. Her design and gameplay appeal to many reviewers.
Importance
38%
Enjoyable solo and co-op
Description
The game is fun both solo and with a partner, and even those who typically dislike card games can enjoy it. Multiplayer can be casual or competitive, adding to the experience.
Importance
36%
Free update adds great stuff
Description
Each DLC coincides with a free update that adds great content to the game, enhancing the overall experience. Players love the new content.
Importance
26%
Seamless experience with launcher
Description
Despite the addition of a launcher, the experience remains seamless, and achievements are still available. The Paradox launcher is minimally invasive.
Importance
25%
Queen drives DLC purchase
Description
The queen character is the main reason some reviewers want to buy the DLC, and she is considered fun to play. Her presence is a strong selling point.
Importance
21%
Simple yet complex gameplay
Description
The game is easy to learn but offers deep complexity, appealing to both casual and hardcore players. Every run is unique with immense possibilities.
Importance
21%
Immense replayability with friends
Description
The game offers high replayability, especially when played with friends. It is described as a riot, providing endless fun.
Importance
21%
Adds great story options
Description
The DLC introduces additional story options that enrich the game's narrative. Players appreciate the new lore and story branches.
Importance
20%
Rifts and map warp points
Description
The rifts can shake up planned routes, and map warp points allow players to swap sides of the map, adding more routing choices and strategic depth.
Importance
18%
Unique floating magic swords
Description
The character's floating magic swords mechanic is a fun and unique feature that adds to her appeal. This ability sets her apart from other characters.
Importance
12%
Eldritch ability provides survivability
Description
The Eldritch ability grants the character exceptional survivability, making her a robust choice in tough situations. This ability is a key part of her kit.
Importance
12%
Tank spec is interesting
Description
Speccing the character into a tank role makes her even more interesting to play. This provides an alternative playstyle that is both viable and engaging.
Importance
12%
Unique interactions with base game
Description
The character has unique interactions with the base game, adding depth and freshness. This integration makes her feel like a meaningful addition.
Importance
12%
Ice Lance yellow variant reworked
Description
The Ice Lance yellow variant has been reworked to deal mind and ice damage, cost 0, and vanish, which can deal high damage with the damage perk tree. This change adds new strategic options.
Importance
11%