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Vs System

Upper Deck Entertainment · Board game · 2004
7.2 Ludopedia 6.8 BGG 2 · best 2 15 min Weight 2.6/5
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7.2 rating Ludopedia
6.8 rating BGG
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Our Verdict
FOR GENRE FANS

Comic book fans and CCG lovers will enjoy this superhero duel full of twists. It's fast, thematic, and perfect for those who like building creative decks.

Highlights
  • Fast and dynamic combat
  • Superhero theme well executed
  • Marvel and DC crossover potential
  • Great for CCG strategy fans
Keep in mind
  • High English language dependency
  • Can get expensive as a collectible
  • Limited to 2 players
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About the game

What you do in a play session

Vs System is a collectible card game that pits comic book fans in epic battles between Marvel and DC heroes and villains. You build your deck with iconic characters like Batman, Spider-Man, or Thanos, powerful equipment, and strategic locations. The gameplay is fast and straightforward: recruit your cards, plan your attacks, and use Plot Twists to turn the tide in your favor. Hand management is crucial here — knowing when to play each card can be the difference between victory and defeat. And the best part? The Marvel and DC versions are compatible, so you can create crazy matchups like Justice League vs. Avengers. Just be aware of the language dependency: as an American game, you'll need a translation or good English knowledge to enjoy it fully.

Rules videos

Learn by watching before you open the box

3 videos

In English

Best player count

BGG community vote

Duel · 2 players
2 BEST

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Game details

Mechanics, categories, families and credits

Mechanics

Hand Management

Categories

Card Game Collectible Components Comic Book / Strip

Families

Collectible: Collectible Card Games Comic Books: DC Universe Comic Books: Marvel Universe Players: Two-Player Only Games Theme: Superheroes
Publisher Upper Deck Entertainment
Designer Daniel Mandel, Edward Fear, Matt Hyra, Mike Hummel, Patrick Sullivan (II)
Artist Andrew Robinson, Bob Haynes, Bret Blevins, Brian Stelfreeze, Casey Jones, Christopher S. Warner, Craig Hamilton, Cully Hamner, Dan Brereton, Dan Panosian, Dave Johnson, Drew Struzan, Howard Chaykin, Jason Pearson, Matt Smith, Michael Manley, Randy Green, Richard Case, Ron Randall, Skottie Young, Steve Rude

Community

Data from BoardGameGeek

1,341owners
54wishlist
30want to play

Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers before you buy

6 questions
How many players can play?
Only 2 players — it's a one-on-one duel game.
Do I need to know English?
Yes, almost all cards have important text. If you don't know English, you'll need translations or help.
Can I mix Marvel and DC?
Yes! The versions are compatible, so you can build decks with heroes and villains from both publishers.
Is it hard to learn?
Not the most complex CCG, but it has strategy. If you've played Magic or Pokémon, you'll pick it up fast.
Do I need to buy many cards?
Depends on your style. You can play with starter decks, but collectors will want to expand.
How long does a game last?
About 15 minutes on average — very fast for a CCG.

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