Wise Wizard Games: Hero Realms Deckbuilding Game

Fantastic deck-building card game that has become an instant family hit. The gameplay is fast-paced, with plenty of opportunities for creative combos and tactical decisions. The artwork is vibrant and distinctive, really drawing you into the fantasy world. If you're already familiar with TCG's like Magic The Gathering, Pokemon, etc, this game will feel right at home. It's not nearly as complex as those but there is just enough tactical depth and choices to be made to have those players right at home. This game plays great at 1v1 or 2v2 (with a shared pool).On the downside, the game can feel a bit unbalanced at times, especially with certain character classes having stronger starting abilities (we find that certain blue cards are a must take). Also, it might be a bit complex for newcomers to TCGs in general (I would recommend it for players 10+). Overall, it’s a great game for players looking for a fun, quick and engaging card game experience.

Hero Realms is a fun, quick-to-learn deck-building game where you battle other opponents (1v1 minimum, and then there are several variations if you have more folk). Your first game will be figuring out how each turn goes, what cards do, and how everything fits together. By your second game, you're feeling better and feel the flow, then by your third game, you'll start thinking more strategically and have a blast.If I compare it to other deck-building games, it's somewhat like Hearthstone, Magic, and Pokemon TCG, but with a less overwhelming amount of choices, and easy-to-understand mechanics. Every match sees a lot of variation and I've been through about a dozen+ 1v1.We're excited to get the character expansion sets and more.I definitely recommend this game and it's an awesome price point!

This is a great game! It is very easy to learn if you read the instructions and possible watch a play through on YouTube. We picked it up In about 20 min and the other thing, you can play through this in about...20 min! It’s a great quick game in between games or when you don’t have a lot of time. Small box so super easy to carry around.I love the artwork as well on the cards!If you like deck building games (or are new and want to start playing them) this is a great game for you.

My friend and I love this game. while we generally play Dominion for our deckbuilding game the box is huge compared to this one. It's small and comes with all you need to play.Likes:If you have played a deck builder then this will be easy to pick up.The combat is manageable and can get a bit swingy if certain cards come into the lineup without any healing available.A bunch of expansions including boss battle which turn the game into a one vs all thing. A few campaign expansions that make the game a co-op experience and finally classes, the add some player powers and asymmetrical starter decks.Dislikes:One of the 'colors' has all the healing and is the only one so actually getting healing cards isn't that common so if your opponent gets lucky with the lineup and money in hand they can do a ton of damage in a single turn.The game does get samey with about 20ish plays. The expansions help with this and make the game way better.The expansions are basically the same price as the base game. Shouldn't really be a point here but I figured I should mention it.Sleeving the cards makes it not fit the box it came in.Final Thoughts:Overall a fun, easy, and quick game. The game does feel fresh if you play it for a while and then wait some time and come back to it. Or if you add the expansions.8.5/10 (Will always play it, base game or expansions)

I happen to enjoy this more than Star Realms, but it's not just the theme. The art is [in my opinion] significantly better, the theme and colors correspond directly with Epic which can prove inspirational, and there are some beautiful expansions which not only make the game now suitable for solo+coop, but add campaign mode so you can play through a series of encounters all part of an escalating, ongoing plot. This is a deckbuilder that's probably easy enough to take on as your first introduction to the genre, but which also holds interest long-term after you've got experience in several games.

This is a fun little deck builder from the same team that did the equally great Star Realms deck builder. Hero Realms in all honesty is Star Realms with a fantasy theme instead of a sci-fi theme. This means if you liked the previous game, you'll like this as well, as it keeps the same basic game play and four colored factions to recruit. If you didn't like Star Realms from a game play perspective, this game won't win you over. A nice bonus this game has over many other deck builders though is how small the package is, which makes this a great game to carry on you if you think you'll have time for a quick game on lunch breaks or in between classes.

Great strategy game for beginners and vets alike.

Hero Realms is a thrilling adventure that brings the excitement of deck-building to the table. With its immersive fantasy theme and fast-paced gameplay, it's sure to captivate players of all skill levels. Building your deck to unleash powerful combos and defeat opponents feels satisfying and strategic. The variety of character classes adds depth and replayability, while the compact box makes it easy to take the game anywhere. Whether you're a fan of deck-building games or new to the genre, Hero Realms is a heroic addition to any game night. I rave over deck builders! This game is easy to learn and plays well at most ages.