Gears of War: The Card Game

Steamforged Games Ltd., Allgames · Board game · 2023
2 · best 2 30–60 min Weight 3.1/5
7.8 rating Ludopedia
7.0 rating BGG
Buy · from US$ 23.98
7.8 rating Ludopedia
7.0 rating BGG
Our Verdict
FOR GENRE FANS

A tactical dive for Gears fans where every-win or loss shapes your deck's future.

Highlights
  • Engaging campaign progression
  • High-stakes decision making
  • Great-themed-combat
Keep in mind
  • Language barrier (English)
  • Requires campaign commitment
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About the game

What you do in a play session

If you're a Gears of War fan, get your deck ready because the war has officially hit the tabletop! Gears of War: The Card Game isn's just another card game; it's a narrative-driven campaign experience where your tactical decisions carry real weight. The standout feature is the-consequence-driven progression: your wins and losses in one-on-one-scenarios directly impact your deck composition for the next-mission. It's a cycle of survival where success builds your strength and failure forces you to adapt under pressure.

The gameplay revolves around executing missions with unique-terrain layouts and specific objectives. You can step into the boots of legendary heroes like Marcus Fenix and Dom Santiago to defend humanity, or take control of the Locust Horde to unleash the devastating power of the Brumak. Success requires tight synergy between your cards, timing your strikes, and managing your hand to overcome overwhelming odds. Whether you are baiting a Corpser or throwing grenades into a crowd, every move feels vital to the unfolding story. It's perfect for players who love tactical combat combined with the long-term satisfaction of a campaign-driven-experience.

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Game details

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Publisher Steamforged Games Ltd., Allgames
Designer Mat Hart, Sherwin Matthews, Tyler Bielman

Community

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400owners
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Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers before you buy

5 questions
How difficult is the game?
It scales with the campaign; early missions are tutorials, but later-stage-scenarios require tight-deck building.
Do I need to be fluent in English?
Since it's a narrative-driven card game, a good grasp of English is highly recommended to follow the story and card effects.
How many players can play?
It is designed for 2 players, making it a great-head-to-head-experience.
How long does a session last?
Most-scenarios-last-between-30-to-60-minutes.
Is there a lot of setup?
Since it's a campaign game, you'll spend some time setting up-the-scenario-and-deck-at-the-start.

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