Dive into the dynamic world of deck building games, where crafting the perfect deck is key to victory. This category explores board games and card games that feature deck building as a central mechanic, allowing players to construct and refine their decks throughout the game. Discover popular deck builders across various themes, from fantasy realms to sci-fi universes. Learn strategies for effective deck construction, including card synergies, economy building, and adapting to opponent strategies. Find reviews of the latest deck building games, comparisons between different titles, and discussions on how deck building interacts with other game mechanics. Explore solo and cooperative deck builders, as well as competitive formats. Whether you’re new to deck building or looking to refine your skills, this category offers insights and recommendations to help you build your way to victory.
Dominion, designed by Donald X. Vaccarino and first published in 2008, is often hailed as the game that ushered in the era of deck-building. As a person who likes to play games, I’ve had plenty of experience playing Dominion and it never disappoints, delivering great strategy, variety, and good replayability. In Dominion, each player starts with an identical, small deck of cards and builds their deck over the course of the game by acquiring new…