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Card games originated centuries ago, and when computer games became popular, they made their way into the digital world as well. There’s something so simple and complex about them that attracts players of all ages. Developing them can be interesting too, since the limitations of possible new rules, mechanics, ideas and other stuff are limited only by your imagination.
Card games still manage to be popular and exciting choices for a new game genre among all kinds of developers. Today we will look at card games on computer and see what makes them so exciting. Feel free to jump straight to the one that interests you the most!
• Gwent: The Witcher Card Game 🔥
Let’s look at some computer card games you can play in 2025. In no particular order, here are some great experiences that you will probably end up enjoying immensely.
Developer: RocketBrush Games | Release date: 2025
This is the upcoming and unique deckbuilding roguelike that revolves around medieval alchemy and potion crafting. Unlike traditional computer card games, Ways of Alchemy combines chemistry-like mechanics where players mix ingredients to create mighty potions. An interesting blend of a deckbuilding card game that encourages experimentation makes it a fun game to be excited about.
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Ways of Alchemy is a pretty unique take on the genre of a card computer game, full of interesting things to discover for yourself and experiment with. And now, let’s be like real medieval alchemists and turn our time into a great experience!
Developer: Second Dinner Studios, Inc. | Release date: 2023
Marvel Snap is a dynamic and strategic computer card game that is set in the Marvel Universe. Snap’s unique feature is that it has quick 3-minute matches and the special snap mechanic (that’s why the game is called “Snap”), allowing players to risk and raise stakes in the middle of a session for a high-risk, high-reward experience. The immense collection of Marvel characters and curious locations make every match exciting and fun to participate in.
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Let’s see if you can snap and outplay your opponents in a flash!
Developer: CD Projekt RED | Release date: 2020
What started as a mini-game in The Witcher series, later was turned into a deep, skill-based gem that is considered one of the best computer card games with a unique best-of-three round system. This system is all about bluffing, resource management, and making tricky decisions instead of being straightforward with the way you play your hands. Lovers of strategic card games with a medieval dark fantasy setting will adore the game that managed to be different from the series it originated with and brought lots of interesting aspects to it.
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If you’re a great Witcher fan, chances are you’re already familiar with the Gwent. And if you think about giving it a try – you’re in for a treat.
Developer: Wizards Digital Games Studio | Release date: 2018
The ultimate version of a popular real-world trading card game turned into game cards for computers. MTG Arena takes the legendary Magic: The Gathering experience and makes it online, adding gorgeous-looking visuals, beautifully animated card effects and regular expansions with heaps of new content. It still remains one of the most complex and strategic computer card games available and it’s a great pick for those who love deep, intricate gameplay.
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If you’re familiar with MTG, you’re going to have a lot of fun. Tap, draw and get ready for some battles!
Developer: Riot Games | Release date: 2020
Set in the extremely popular League of Legends universe, Legends of Runeterra innovates the computer card game genre with a dual-turn system, where players respond in real time to their opponent’s decisions and moves. The free-to-play model allows players to build strong decks without excessive grinding and wasting a lot of time and money. The champion-based mechanics and a deep lore integration make it an absolutely must-play for all kinds of LoL fans, even if they prefer the MOBA genre to card games.
Key features:
• Deep progression: The game’s progression is thought-out and allows you to plan it for your particular playstyle, making the progress particularly interesting.
• Beautiful art: Riot’s artists did a great job with League of Legends’s art, so it’s natural to expect them to produce absolutely breathtaking artwork for the new game as well.
• Popular franchise with a big fan base: LoL’s fanbase is rising every year, thanks to the game’s success and the animated series Arcane, attracting the attention of newcomers. Legends of Runeterra is a great option for those who want to experience this meticulously crafted world but prefer card games to MOBAs.
Let legends rise, mana flow and the great and fun gaming experience never end!
Developer: Ultra Piggy Studio | Release date: 2024
DICEOMANCER is a deck builder computer card game that adds the dice rolling mechanic, introducing a unique combination of risking chances and thinking strategically. Players need to combine spells effectively and fiddle around the probability of the game’s balance to gain the advantage. The unpredictable and surprising nature of dice-based mechanics creates a fun and exciting experience for players who enjoy computer card games and tabletop RPGs.
Key features:
• Lots of depth: There are classes and abilities, different from each other, which makes the gameplay quite deep and interesting to fiddle with, adapt and experiment.
• Fun and engaging gameplay: Story missions are here that immerse players into the world of Diceomancer and provide an interesting experience.
• Cards and dice-based gameplay: Not just cards, but dice are here at your disposal, meaning you have to not only strategize things but also take risks and hope for a good chance.
Altogether, DICEOMANCER is a truly one-of-a-kind experience. Good luck with the dice roll! May it ever be in your favor!
Developer: Shiny Shoe | Release date: 2020
Monster Train is a roguelike deck-builder card game on computer with tower defense mechanics, in which you will have to go through several stages of Hell… by train. Unlike traditional deck-builders, battles take place on different levels, requiring you to think strategically as you build up your deck to achieve great results and, eventually, a victory. The mix of faction synergies, card upgrades, and strategic depth make it one of the most replayable deck-builders.
Key features:
• Replayability: Since it’s a roguelike, it is based on replayability and progression. You complete floors full of unpredictable enemies and plan things ahead, so that you won’t get caught off-guard – not particularly strategic gameplay, but it still can be incredibly addictive.
• Different potential combinations: There are numerous combinations you can pick if things get too difficult, some of them will lead you to a victory, the others – to the beginning.
• Each floor is different from the other: All floors are procedurally generated and will always surprise you with lots of new stuff.
Sounds fun? Then all aboard the monster train – the next stop is victory!
Developer: ProjectMoon | Release date: 2020
Library of Ruina is a deck-builder with expansive narrative aspects and deep RPG elements, in which you will manage a library and fight against visitors using a card-based combat system. The game’s surprisingly mature storytelling techniques, its gorgeous anime-inspired art style and intricate story depth make it a truly one-of-a-kind experience. If you want to play card battles and think of philosophical themes, Library of Ruina is one of the best computer card games for you.
Key features:
• Emotional story: It’s not just an aimless computer card game, it has a deep story that keeps you engaged and doesn’t let you go until the very end.
• Narrative focus: Library of Ruina’s progression is not only about unlocking new stuff, it’s also about unlocking new pieces of stories, putting them together and finding out the truth.
• Beautiful art style: Its crazy anime style is distinct from other computer card games and pleasant to look at if you’re into Japanese animation.
Just don’t think of it as a typical library and you will be fine...
Developer: Rocket Rat Games | Release date: 2023
A sci-fi roguelike computer card game mixing turn-based strategies with epic spaceship combat – sounds interesting, doesn’t it? Every run you have lets you customize your ship’s crew, the weapons you’re going to use and even the battle approach: either aggressive or more tactical, depending on what kind of play style you personally like and think will work best. Cobalt Core provides a truly unique mix of deckbuilding, space battles and crew management, making it a perfect choice for those who adore both science fiction and strategy games.
Key features:
• Unique sci-fi take on card games genre: Cobalt Core is a science-fiction adventure, which can be a great point if you’re choosing a particular computer card game. Its story doesn’t take itself too seriously, there is a place for great humor.
• Ship and crew customization: There are numerous ship parts and crew members you can customize to make your playthrough truly unique and one-of-a-kind.
• High replayability: There are multiple ships to unlock, each with distinct attributes, and a variety of cards and artifacts to collect. The time-loop narrative provides an interesting approach for storytelling, encouraging players to explore different character combinations and strategies in each run without risking too much.
If that sounds up your valley, then gather your team and blast off to the deck-building greatness of Cobalt Core.
Developer: Panitia GameDev | Release date: 2024
Cookard – a fun and quirky name, right? Behind it is an inventive deck-builder computer card game focused on cooking. Instead of dealing with creepy creatures and casting intricate spells, you will have to combine various ingredients to craft dishes, competing in food battles against your enemies. An amazing blend of humor, unique mechanics and puzzles makes it a truly unique and charmingly adorable experience for those looking for a non-traditional card game on computer and a good laugh.
Key features:
• Restaurant management: Beyond cooking, players manage their restaurants by serving customers, keeping track of ingredients and upgrading equipment. Balancing these tasks strategically is crucial to maintaining customer satisfaction and progress.
• Quest system: The game provides players with quests that, when completed, reward players with new recipes, utensils, and other enhancements, providing a sense of progression and continuous engagement.
• Lots of recipes to cook: If you like cooking and games, Cookard is probably your pick! Players use ingredient cards and utensil cards to prepare various dishes. Combining these cards in specific sequences replicates real-life cooking processes.
Just add a pinch of strategy here, a dash of chaos there — and bon appétit!
There are numerous computer card games to explore and play if you’re into this kind of stuff. In 2025, we will probably see even more new stuff, new experiments with its form and something truly unexpected.
If you’d like to create your very own experience, do not hesitate to reach out to outsourcing studios who can help you with several aspects of a card game, like sound, art or narrative, or even create the full-scale game from scratch.
RocketBrush Studio has been active since 2016, participating in high-quality collaboration with notable industry leaders, such as Paradox Interactive, Supercell, Applovin and others. We have established a workflow that allows us to communicate with our clients effectively, producing great results. You can read our testimonials here.
We have gained experience and proficiency in a great span of styles and genres, including a computer card game. Our portfolio contains different projects: from family-friendly puzzles to sci-fi adventures, from alchemic card games to pixelated roguelites. You can check it here.
Let’s see what’s in the cards for 2025!
