# God of War: The Card Game ## General Info - **Year Published**: 2019 - **BGG Rating**: 6.5 - **BGG Rank**: #4789 - **Players**: 1-4 (Best with: 2) - **Duration**: 90-180 min - **Weight**: 2.52 / 5 - **Designers**: Alex Olteanu, Fel Barros - **Publishers**: CMON Global Limited, 17wanzy (Yihu BG), ADC Blackfire Entertainment, BoardM Factory, Delta Vision Publishing, Edge Entertainment, Galápagos Jogos, Lavka Games, Portal Games - **Categories**: Card Game, Fantasy, Video Game Theme - **Mechanics**: Cooperative Game, Deck, Bag, and Pool Building, Solo / Solitaire Game ## Verdict If you love God of War and cooperative deck-building games, this one is a treat for exploring 'what if?' scenarios.Immersive God of War themeEngaging cooperative gameplayStrategic deck buildingHigh replayabilityImpactful decisionsLong play timeInitial learning curveLanguage dependencyRECOMMENDED ## Description Ragnarök looms, and the fate of all existence hangs in the balance. In God of War: The Card Game, you step into the role of the Norns, mystical beings with the power to foresee the future, in a desperate race to find the perfect combination of heroes and events that can stop the cataclysm. Each game is a fresh attempt to unravel the path to save Midgard from impending destruction. Players collaborate, embodying iconic figures like Kratos, Mimir, Atreus, Brok, Sindri, and Freya, to confront enemies and bosses from the God of War universe, but in novel and surprising ways, creating unique 'What if...?' scenarios with each play. Success means Ragnarök can be averted; failure, well, means the Norns will have to try again, as that particular path led only to ruin. Each quest is constructed as a mosaic of cards representing monsters and locations from the video game. The mosaic's arrangement is always different, and each card is double-sided, revealing special rules when destroyed or flipped. Understanding how to win each quest and which strategy to adopt is crucial. Choices made in earlier quests affect the progression of subsequent ones, with bonuses for completing certain tasks and severe consequences for leaving others untouched. This dynamic ensures that no two games are ever alike. Heroes possess unique characteristics, with individual dashboards detailing their special abilities, health points, and hand size limits. Tokens help track health and power, enabling devastating special attacks. Each hero starts with an exclusive starting deck, which can be upgraded throughout the game, allowing players to focus on strengths or seek a more versatile approach for future challenges. With the variety of heroes, multiple ways to build decks, and different quests to attempt, God of War: The Card Game offers an ever-fresh gameplay experience. ## FAQ ### How many players does God of War: The Card Game support? The game is designed for 1 to 4 players, so you can embark on a solo adventure or gather your friends to save Midgard as a team. ### What is the average playtime for a game? Prepare for an epic journey! Games can range from 90 to 180 minutes, depending on the number of players and the complexity of the quest. ### Is it a difficult game to learn? It has a medium complexity (BGG weight of 2.5172), so there's an initial learning curve to grasp the deck-building mechanics and quest rules. But nothing a few plays won't sort out! ### Do I need to know the God of War video game to play? It's not mandatory, but if you're a fan of the universe, you'll definitely appreciate the references to characters, enemies, and locations. The board game's story is a 'what if?' premise within that universe. ### Does the game have good replayability? Absolutely! The combination of different heroes, varied deck-building, and quest mosaics that change with each game ensures that every playthrough is a unique experience. ### What are the main components of the game? You'll find many cards (hero, enemy, quest), hero dashboards, tokens to track status, and standees to represent characters on the board. ## Price Comparison ### Best Offers in Brazil - **Amazon**: R$ 669,45 (https://www.amazon.com.br/dp/B07XB2TKLM?tag=bgbot26-20) - **Dalaran Games**: R$ 237,40 (https://www.dalaran.com.br/god-of-war-card-game?utm_source=boardgamesbot.com) - **Pittas Board Games**: R$ 325,50 (https://www.pittasboardgames.com.br/produtos/god-of-war-card-game-18dwb/?utm_source=boardgamesbot.com) - See all on Compara Jogos: https://www.comparajogos.com.br/item/god-of-war-the-card-game ### Best International Offers - **BoardGamePrices.com**: $ 25.97 (https://boardgameprices.com/item/go?source=A&storeitemid=4813517&utm_source=boardgamesbot.com) - **BoardGamePrices.com**: $ 37.04 (https://boardgameprices.com/item/go?source=A&storeitemid=3435971&utm_source=boardgamesbot.com) - **BoardGamePrices.com**: $ 38.07 (https://boardgameprices.com/item/go?source=A&storeitemid=1660229&utm_source=boardgamesbot.com) - **BoardGamePrices.com**: $ 38.78 (https://boardgameprices.com/item/go?source=A&storeitemid=6721201&utm_source=boardgamesbot.com) - **BoardGamePrices.com**: $ 40.26 (https://boardgameprices.com/item/go?source=A&storeitemid=1582230&utm_source=boardgamesbot.com) - **BoardGamePrices.com**: $ 40.38 (https://boardgameprices.com/item/go?source=A&storeitemid=4779494&utm_source=boardgamesbot.com) - **BoardGamePrices.com**: $ 41.63 (https://boardgameprices.com/item/go?source=A&storeitemid=6896685&utm_source=boardgamesbot.com) - **BoardGamePrices.com**: $ 41.78 (https://boardgameprices.com/item/go?source=A&storeitemid=1577573&utm_source=boardgamesbot.com) - **BoardGamePrices.com**: $ 43.11 (https://boardgameprices.com/item/go?source=A&storeitemid=4533220&utm_source=boardgamesbot.com) - **BoardGamePrices.com**: $ 45.75 (https://boardgameprices.com/item/go?source=A&storeitemid=7042095&utm_source=boardgamesbot.com) - See all on BoardGamePrices: https://boardgameprices.com/item/show/29624/god-of-war-the-card-game?utm_source=boardgamesbot.com