War of the Arcane (2025)

War of the Arcane is a two-player strategy card game set in a mystical world where powerful sorcerers command armies, cast spells, and set traps to protect their Mystic Stones. The game’s theme blends magic and tactical warfare, with players taking on the role of sorcerers battling to defend their own Mystic Stone while trying to destroy their opponent’s. The game is played on a 5x5 grid, where players strategically place units, traps, and spells to outmaneuver their opponent. Hidden tactics play a big role, as cards can be placed face down, adding mystery and bluffing to the strategy. The persistent damage system means that every point of damage counts, creating tension throughout the game as players carefully manage their units’ health and positioning. Each turn, players manage action points to deploy units, move cards, attack, or cast spells. The flow of battle is dynamic, with adjacent units engaging in combat and special abilities influencing the outcome. The key to victory lies in protecting your Mystic Stone while setting up opportunities to strike at your opponent’s. The ultimate goal is to destroy your opponent's Mystic Stone while keeping your own safe. With grid-based combat, persistent damage, and hidden tactics, War of the Arcane offers an engaging blend of strategy and magic, where every move matters and the battle for the Mystic Stone can turn at any moment. —description from the publisher