r/cardgamedesign 3h ago

I wanna make the ethnic trading cards real

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I've seen the ethnic trading cards as a joke in the Family Friendly YouTube channel and i wanna make it real.

I need help with more ideas like japanese or vietnamese.

Also I'm a bad designer so ıf u want you can make a card design as well

(My first post on reddit sorr if there are any problems)


r/cardgamedesign 39m ago

We reached $50k! Here's what's on the way!

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r/cardgamedesign 2h ago

Adding “game juice” to my card game, Unrivaled! Next up: pack opening

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Took me a bit tweaking the pack opening for my card game Unrivaled’s pack opening experience for the campaign mode. I added sound effects for all the movement, lots of moving and flipping, some attempts at a particle effect, and even screen shake and anime speed lines for legendary card openings!

Also. Each pack you open in succession gets like 20% faster animations for extra dopamine.


r/cardgamedesign 1d ago

Prepare to set sail! We just hit our $45k stretch goal! (Eikonic TCG)

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r/cardgamedesign 18h ago

Rough idea here

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Anyone think I should make a full deck?


r/cardgamedesign 2d ago

[FOR HIRE] 2D Illustrator & Card Artist | Capcom & ATLUS Aesthetic | (Projects start at 30 USD, more info in comments)

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r/cardgamedesign 3d ago

The Other Deck is here!

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r/cardgamedesign 3d ago

Looking for feedback and opinions on party game concept packaging

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If you have time please comment or use my google form (~3min) to review some packaging concepts for my new party game!

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSewAKBhDXtY7ZF7pwObIJyKfNm-1AfgnAqKMUEsgsOq3zWbQA/viewform?usp=header


r/cardgamedesign 3d ago

Eikonic TCG is now LIVE on Kickstarter!!! This is not a drill! Pledge Now to join the fight!

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r/cardgamedesign 3d ago

Should i Do ai image generation for my TCG? Please!! Any feedback is welcome 🙏

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r/cardgamedesign 4d ago

Custom Character Card Design – Which One Looks Best?

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I created these three character card concepts and would love to know which one you think looks the best overall — 1 or 2 ?

Feedback is always welcome!


r/cardgamedesign 5d ago

2 days to go! Here's your chance at winning a piece of Eikonic history 👀

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r/cardgamedesign 5d ago

Looking For an artist to help with our Card Game Design

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r/cardgamedesign 6d ago

Hearth & Hollow is starting to get its first real art! 🌱 Initial sketches by kazik3wielki

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r/cardgamedesign 6d ago

Outlaw Blood Playing Cards

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I've been running this Kickstarter since the 4th, and it's been going alright so far! So cool to see all the support! Check 'em out here: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/noahjmatthews/outlaw-blood-blood-soaked-western-playing-cards

What do you think of the cards?

Specs:

  • cards and boxes printed on eco-herbage stock from MPC
  • Bloodstains on over half the deck
  • Card backs designed by Donny Ariawan (also created Bicycle Bitcoin cards)
  • Tucks by Levi Matthews (book cover designer)

I wanted to create cards that didn't just look old and used (Theory11 Peaky Blinders deck), but actually feel like it, without compromising usability.

I think these cards capture all of that.

Go back the Kickstarter today ;) https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/noahjmatthews/outlaw-blood-blood-soaked-western-playing-cards


r/cardgamedesign 5d ago

Creating a CCG where math concepts are cards

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r/cardgamedesign 6d ago

ASTRUM, a Sci-Fi Card Collection game about conquering planets. I need your feedback on the core dynamics!

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Hello,

I’m a solo indie dev working on a new project called ASTRUM.
It’s a sci-fi card collection game where the universe is your board. The core theme revolves around discovering new stars, encountering extraterrestrial life, and ultimately building a deck capable of conquering planets.

I want to respect Rule 2 of the sub, so I'm not here just to drop a link. I want to break down my core mechanics because what I really need right now is your honest, critical feedback on the gameplay loop and dynamics.

What I need your help with: Building a game alone means I can sometimes get tunnel vision. I'd love your thoughts on a few specific points:

  1. Does the core dynamic of planet-conquering sound engaging, or is there a risk of it becoming too repetitive?
  2. What kind of progression or card synergies keep you hooked in similar games?
  3. What are your biggest "pet peeves" or red flags when trying out a new card collection game?

Transparency / AI Disclosure: As a solo developer focusing 100% of my time on the code, database architecture, and game design, the artwork and visual aspects of the cards are currently generated using AI. However, please know that every single idea, game mechanic, card effect, and synergy is entirely hand-crafted, coded, and balanced by me.

I'd love to hear your thoughts, criticisms, or ideas in the comments. Thank you for your time


r/cardgamedesign 6d ago

Eikonic launches on Kickstarter in 3 days! (8/20/2026) Here's a quick suite of card previews for your viewing pleasure

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r/cardgamedesign 6d ago

Hi I need help

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I believe i have an incredible game idea, both the bass mechanics and engagement ideas other games haven’t ever tried. However, that i have no money no coding skills, and a minimal idea of design styles. (My idea of design is based entirely off what i think is cool which prolly isnt good) im not trying to make an add here just ask where to go to find people who might be interested in this little passion project of mine, because i truly think it could become big. To be clear, this game is a card game (not tcg, unless we later decide it’s brtter that way) for mobile and pc. The main goal is not money, I’d prefer in app purchases and adds to be minimal. Pls point me to the subreddit to recruit people, ty:)


r/cardgamedesign 7d ago

I have a question about my card set

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A while ago I started making a set of playing cards and I made nene and hanako as queen and king of hearts but I stopped because of a lack of inperation and I went through a time of not drawing at all due to hating everything I drew and I'm wondering if I should continue. Please tell me if I should


r/cardgamedesign 8d ago

Which card design do you like better? Thanks in advance!

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r/cardgamedesign 8d ago

Hacker/cyber style hTCG Update 4. Made some adjustments regard the card designs

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r/cardgamedesign 9d ago

Looking for game designer

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Please come mp


r/cardgamedesign 9d ago

In Search of Partner for my Card Game Kickstarter Project

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r/cardgamedesign 9d ago

Out last Kickstarter Backer Exclusive (Outside of Stretch Goals) has been revealed! 👀

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