DC Comics Deck-Building Game Rivals Batman vs The Joker
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At a Glance
- Number of Players: 2
- For Ages: 15 and up
- Playing Time: 30 min
Contents Summary:
- 98 Game Cards
- 6 Oversized Super Hero Cards
- Rules
Game Summary
It’s the head-to-head showdown comic book fans have been waiting for! This set contains everything two players need to settle the question once and for all…Can Batman take down The Joker or will he go mad trying?
The action is fast and furious, as players vie to add the right mix of components to their decks. When you’re ready, you can launch an attack directly at your arch nemesis! The first player to drop their opponent three times wins the game instantly, however, it will be harder to do each subsequent time. Also, if the main deck runs out, victory points are counted to determine the winner.
This set is a great introduction to the Cerberus System, which is the same engine used in the best-selling DC Comics Deck-building Games. The addition of the direct attacks will appeal even to seasoned deck-building fans.
Batman and The Joker each come with three oversized character cards. When one is beaten in direct combat, the next one is revealed. The new one will have a boosted-up ability and will be harder to take down than the previous one. Naturally, the combatants can utilize Block cards to protect themselves. It’s a brand new experience, not to be missed!
Key Selling Points
- Introduces "Confrontation" rules, where you can launch an assault on the opposing character.
- Introduces "Block" cards, to help defend yourself when Confronted (different than Defense cards).
- Introduces oversized character cards with "costs" that your opponent can take down. But each time they do, your character’s ability and cost is improved.
- Easy to learn rules.
- Fully compatible with DC Deck-building Game, Heroes Unite, and Forever Evil.
Marketing Support
- Online and print media advertising on consumer and retail trade sites including boardgamegeek.com and ICV2.com.
- Game reviews and press coverage across major hobby, comic, and gaming media outlets to support game launch.
- Heavily promoted at consumer event shows throughout the year, including Gen Con and PAX Prime.
- Review copies sent to online media enthusiast outlets (hobby gaming, comic and general pop culture) for expanded consumer exposure and to generate buzz.
- Launch expanded product page and skin site on Cryptozoic.com. Online media presence on the Cryptozoic Entertainment Facebook page to announce game, run special promotions, and introduce new cards and artwork on a continued basis up until launch.
- Cross-promotions with DC Comics via giveaways, contents, and announcements on the DC Comics website and Facebook page and at conventions/special events.
- Special Hobby store promotional programs, game demonstrations for acquisition of new players and retention of DC Comics Deck-Building Game existing players.