SOULVARS in IOS

Deck-Building JRPG

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Our Expert Score

89/100

SOULVARS is a breath of fresh air for JRPG fans, especially those who crave a deep, crunchy combat system. The 'Soul-bit' deck-building mechanic is incredibly innovative, allowing for a level of customization that I haven't seen in many mobile RPGs. Instead of just picking 'Attack' or 'Defend,' you're building hands to execute powerful 'Arts.' It feels like a mix of Mega Man Battle Network and a classic turn-based RPG, and the result is intoxicating.

The pixel art is phenomenal, capturing a gritty, sci-fi aesthetic that perfectly matches the dark, 'Soul-bearer' narrative. The game is quite challenging and doesn't hold your hand, which I found refreshing. You really need to engage with the gear system and understand elemental weaknesses to survive the later encounters. It’s a premium experience through and through, devoid of the usual gacha fluff, making it a must-play for anyone who values strategic depth in their handheld gaming.

Dinsun reviewed on: Fri Feb 27 2026

The Game

Available on: iPhone, iPad, iPod

Version 1.5.2Thu Jan 08 2026

- Added support for Game Center achievements


Deck-Building JRPG "SOULVARS" is now available!

15-20 hours of playtime (+50h to go deeper)

Dynamic pixel animation and battles and a rich customization system

No In-App Purchases.

While having a deep strategic sense, the vertically held smartphone controls allow for simple and exhilarating battles, training, dungeon exploration, and collection of random enchanted items.

▼ Story

A world line in which even the fictitious concept of the soul can be converted into data.

In return, people's lives are threatened by the sudden appearance of deformities.

The protagonists use the Soul Driver, a device that converts souls into data.

They are responsible for the elimination of the deformities that threaten people, and work in a certain town...

▼System Overview

Number of save slots: 3 (Saved in device and manual save)

Estimated scenario completion time: 14 to 20 hours

50 to 100+ hours of post-clearance challenge

Features

Soul bits (handbills), which are the data of the soul power that resides in gear (equipment),

Players can combine them in battle to make special attacks and combos in a successive manner.

The characters are characterized by their action with dots that move around.

▼Gear and Soul Bits

Soul bits (hand cards) can be drawn from gear (equipment) and used as actions during battle.

The combination of main weapon, subweapon, armor, and accessories

Strategy (deck) is determined.

▼Arts

During a battle, only one soul bit can be selected on the first turn, but

The number of soul bits that can be selected at one time increases depending on the opponent's weaknesses, guarding, evading, buffing, debuffing, and various other conditions.

The combination of soul bits (cards in hand) selected at the same time activates a skill called Arts.


Requires iOS 13.0 or later. Compatible with iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch.

Deck-Building JRPG "SOULVARS" is now available!

15-20 hours of playtime (+50h to go deeper)

Dynamic pixel animation and battles and a rich customization system

No In-App Purchases.

While having a deep strategic sense, the vertically held smartphone controls allow for simple and exhilarating battles, training, dungeon exploration, and collection of random enchanted items.

▼ Story

A world line in which even the fictitious concept of the soul can be converted into data.

In return, people's lives are threatened by the sudden appearance of deformities.

The protagonists use the Soul Driver, a device that converts souls into data.

They are responsible for the elimination of the deformities that threaten people, and work in a certain town...

▼System Overview

Number of save slots: 3 (Saved in device and manual save)

Estimated scenario completion time: 14 to 20 hours

50 to 100+ hours of post-clearance challenge

Features

Soul bits (handbills), which are the data of the soul power that resides in gear (equipment),

Players can combine them in battle to make special attacks and combos in a successive manner.

The characters are characterized by their action with dots that move around.

▼Gear and Soul Bits

Soul bits (hand cards) can be drawn from gear (equipment) and used as actions during battle.

The combination of main weapon, subweapon, armor, and accessories

Strategy (deck) is determined.

▼Arts

During a battle, only one soul bit can be selected on the first turn, but

The number of soul bits that can be selected at one time increases depending on the opponent's weaknesses, guarding, evading, buffing, debuffing, and various other conditions.

The combination of soul bits (cards in hand) selected at the same time activates a skill called Arts.


Ratings & Reviews

4.8 out of 5 with 46 Counts
Age Rating 9+

Screenshots

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SOULVARS is a tactical deck-building RPG set in a futuristic world where souls can be digitized. As a Soul-bearer, you must equip 'Soul-bits'—cards representing different actions—to battle monstrous 'Dominators.' Experiment with over 100 different Arts by combining your bits in specific sequences. With deep customization, gear systems, and intense turn-based combat, SOULVARS offers a hardcore RPG experience for mobile.

Features

1

Dynamic Soul-bit deck-building system

2

Over 100 unique combat 'Arts'

3

Stylish, high-quality pixel art animations

4

Deep gear and character customization

Tips

Promotion Videos

SOULVARS PV 1.0 - YouTube

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Gameplays

Q&A

No, SOULVARS is a premium JRPG with no gacha mechanics. You unlock power through gameplay and gear collection.

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