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A different kind of card game.
Axion Forge is an epic sci-fi/fantasy TCG and expansive original universe, built from the ground up by a single designer over thousands of hours.
Discover the innovative systems and modern mechanics that make every game exciting, all connected by rich worldbuilding and lore.
CORE CONCEPTS
Step into a world of strategy and tactical mastery. Command fierce creatures from different dimensions, wield arcane powers and technological marvels, and dominate a shifting battlefield where positioning is just as important as power.
Creativity and sharp decision-making are rewarded at every turn, so be ready to outsmart and outplay your opponents using hundreds of unique cards in countless combinations.
• 1 – 4 players
• Tactical position-based combat
• Innovative resource & risk/reward systems
• Multiple paths to victory
• Distinctive Factions with deep narrative & lore
• Intuitive to learn, difficult to master
• Endless replayability & very high player expression
One-of-a-kind mechanics make every game unpredictable.
TACTICAL POSITIONING SYSTEM
Axion Forge emphasizes positional strategy, blending the depth and flexibility of card games with the spatial tactics of board games.
Every card has its own Battle Map, creating unique palcement opportunities that can dramatically change its options. Where you play a card determines its abilities, range, potential targets, and more.
Positioning isn’t just about putting your strongest cards in the right place; it’s about reading the battlefield, anticipating your opponent, and creating opportunities for your next move.
Where you play your cards is just as important as the cards themselves!
Each card's unique positioning chart shapes your Battlefield.
SHARED POWER WITH HIGH RISKS & REWARDS
Axion Forge turns potential into power through a shared mechanic where certain actions shift the Axion meter toward you or your opponent.
As the meter rises, everyone grows stronger. But the more you empower yourself, the more Axions your opponent gets to spend on their turn. Every advantage comes with a catch: building your own army hands your enemies the tools to strike back harder.
Balance is everything. Push your luck too far, and existence Fractures, forcing greedy plays to face the consequences. Players must constantly weigh when to advance, when to pull back, and when to leave the danger to their rivals.
The question isn't whether you should seek more power; it's how much you are willing to risk to gain it!
Every advantage you gain gives your opponent an opportunity.
INNOVATIVE RESOURCE MANAGEMENT
A streamlined universal resource system gives you the freedom to use the cards you want and play them your way.
Resources aren't locked behind specific colors or categories. Mix and match any number of Factions and build your deck without artificial restrictions.
But resources are much more than just a way to pay for your other cards. Transform basic materials into rare currencies, or use the Axions your opponents give you to unlock a huge variety of powerful abilities and advanced effects.
Even your combat cards can double as a way to gain resources. The stronger the card, the more you gain. No more getting stuck with cards you can't play.
Resource management can be as simple or complex as you want it to be!
Never be held back by resources again.
COUNTLESS DECK OPTIONS
Customize your deck using nearly ANY combination of cards from across a variety unique Factions, each with its own distinct theme and playstyle.
Build around the strategy that suits you. Unleash brute-force attacks, outmaneuver with clever tactics, pursue various bounty objectives, or create an entirely different strategy all your own.
With countless combinations at your disposal, no two decks have to play the same. Build your army, refine your strategy, and find your own way to rule the Battlefield!
Easily reshape your deck and reinvent your strategy.
MULTIPLE PATHS TO VICTORY
Winning isn't just about hitting your opponent.
Relentlessly attack undefended positions to deplete their Life Force. Strategically destroy their cards to claim Dominance. Pursue special objectives and turn unexpected opportunities into an entirely different win condition.
Adopt the strategy YOU want and play the game your way!
Different win conditions for different playstyles.
READY TO PLAY?
Getting started is easy.
Learn the rules with the How To Play video, follow the Quick Start Guide, or jump into the Guided Tutorial for a step-by-step walkthrough of your first game from start to finish.
Ready to go deeper? Explore all the nuance and complexity the game has to offer in the Complete Rulebook.
Looking for an opponent, want to share your ideas, or just get involed? Join the growing community and connect with other players!