collectible card video game
Shadowverse
By Cygames, released 1 Jan 2016
- Microsoft Windows
- macOS
What it is
Shadowverse is a collectible card game from Cygames, released in 2016 and available on Windows and macOS. It offers single-player story play as well as multiplayer PvP, including online PvP and cross-platform multiplayer. Players build decks around eight leader classes, with options that include aggressive attacks, board control and combo strategies. The story mode introduces the basics before players move into multiplayer. The game lists free card packs for new players and daily bonuses, while new card expansions arrive every three months. Its battles are described as having less randomness than other card games, with monthly balance adjustments. Shadowverse also features illustrated and animated cards, voiced cards and story, tournaments and esports broadcasts each week, and support for streamers. It is a free-to-play strategy game with in-app purchases.
What players like, and what they don't
- Eight leader classes enable varied deck strategies.
- Single-player story mode teaches the basics.
- Free card packs for new players.
- New expansions arrive every three months.
- Supports online PvP and cross-platform multiplayer.
- Available on Windows and macOS only.
- Includes in-app purchases.
Who it suits
Shadowverse suits players who want to build strategic card decks, learn through a single-player story, or compete in online PvP. Its range of leader classes and support for streamers may also appeal to players who follow tournaments and esports broadcasts.
Shadowverse combines story-led learning with deck building across eight leader classes and online PvP. Its scheduled expansions, regular balance adjustments and tournament scene give competitive players several ways to stay involved.
