This week's pick is the formidable boss encounter in Slay the Spire.
Why this week
The July 2026 Neowsletter from the Slay the Spire developers recently teased changes to a significant in-game entity. While vague, the hint described a 'giant floating hourglass creature,' strongly suggesting the challenging Act 3 boss, the Time Eater.
This foreshadows a potential meta shift. Players should familiarize themselves with the current Time Eater mechanics, particularly its turn limit, before any adjustments make existing strategies obsolete.
Decks or modes to try
- Focus on burst damage Ironclad builds to mitigate Time Eater's turn-ending ability.
- Experiment with Silent Shiv decks aiming for high damage output within limited turns.
- Prioritize Relics that offer early game scaling to prepare for late-game boss encounters.
- Challenge yourself in Ascension Mode against the Time Eater to test different strategies.
Takeaway: Prepare for potential changes by mastering the current Time Eater battle in Slay the Spire. Keep an eye on future Fate League tournaments for how these changes might impact competitive play. Read the full Neowsletter for more details on the upcoming patch.
