Dark Souls: The Card Game
- Designer David Carl
- Publisher Steamforged Games Ltd. , Portal Games
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Start for freeWhat to Expect
In this game, 1-4 players explore encounters, defeat enemies, and collect Souls and Treasure. Players must adapt and evolve their decks that represent both their attack and health. Resting at bonfires refreshes decks, so strategic timing is essential to survive powerful boss fights. Quick thinking and cooperation are key to overcoming the game's challenging scenarios.
Who Is This Game For?
Dark Souls: The Card Game targets experienced players who enjoy cooperative deck-building games with a fantasy theme. With a playtime of about 60 minutes and a minimum age of 12, it offers a challenging experience that requires some familiarity with hand management and cooperative mechanics. It also supports solo play.
How It Works
The game combines Cooperative Game, Deck, Bag, and Pool Building, and Hand Management mechanics. Players work together to defeat enemies and earn Souls to upgrade their decks. Decks serve both as attack power and health, refreshed only by resting at bonfires. This dual use demands careful resource management and tactical decisions to progress.
What Makes It Special
Designed by David Carl, Dark Souls: The Card Game faithfully adapts the popular video game franchise into a cooperative card game. It was nominated for the 2019 Origins Awards Best Card Game. The game blends classic deck-building with the high difficulty and atmosphere known from Dark Souls, including a solo mode for single players.
Awards
- 2019 Origins Awards Best Card Game — Nominated
Pro
- Cooperative play for 1-4 players, including solo mode
- Tactical hand management and deck-building combination
- Official adaptation of the Dark Souls universe
- Nominated for Origins Awards Best Card Game 2019
Contra
- Requires experience with deck-building and cooperative games
- Approximate 60-minute playtime may be long for beginners
- Recommended for ages 12 and up, not for very young players
Setting & Atmosphäre
Set in the dark, medieval-fantasy world of Dark Souls, the game immerses players in challenging battles against powerful foes and bosses within a grim atmosphere.
Tipp für Einsteiger
Focus first on understanding deck mechanics and cooperate closely to overcome challenges.
Häufige Fragen
Can I play this solo?
Yes, Dark Souls: The Card Game supports solo play for a single player.
How long does a game really take?
A typical game lasts about 60 minutes, depending on player count and experience.
What prior experience do I need?
The game is designed for experienced players familiar with cooperative deck-building games.
How does this compare to similar games?
It uniquely combines classic deck-building with Dark Souls' trademark difficulty and resource management.
Is this suitable for families?
Due to complexity and age recommendation of 12+, it is better suited for experienced players rather than young children.
What mechanic makes it special?
The mix of cooperative play, deck building, and hand management with decks serving as both attack and health is distinctive.
Fazit
Dark Souls: The Card Game is recommended for players seeking a cooperative deck-building game with deep tactical gameplay. The challenge lies in resource management and teamwork, making it suitable mainly for experienced players.
