Amalgamate by sunil. is a submission for the 2026 7DRL game jam. It combines a grid-based matching game with random loot generation and upgrades. There’s a small tutorial, but it intentionally holds back some key information, which became a magic moment for me when I figured it out. This realization put the world on its head and made me realize my true power, raising my score tenfold. Your mileage may vary in terms of magical moments, but it’s an addictive game regardless. Here’s what it looks like:

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