G.I. JOE Deck-Building Game
- Players
- 1-4
- Best withThe player count this game plays best at.
- 2 players
- Play timeHow long a full game runs once everyone knows the rules.
- 70 min
- AgeThe minimum age printed by the publisher.
- 13+
- ComplexityHow demanding the rules are, from 1 (very light) to 5 (very heavy).
- 2.9 / 5
- Year
- 2021
About the game
G.I. JOE Deck-Building Game puts you in command of an elite team of G.I. JOE soldiers battling Cobra's schemes in a fully cooperative deckbuilding campaign. Starting with a modest deck, you recruit veteran heroes, requisition gear, and field vehicles to grow more powerful with each mission. Increasingly dangerous scenarios push your team to work together against escalating threats. This core set lays the groundwork for an expanding line of missions and characters to come.
Hobbli's Notes
This is a solid, accessible cooperative deckbuilder that leans hard into G.I. JOE nostalgia for fans of the franchise. The deckbuilding engine is approachable enough for newcomers while still offering meaningful build choices as your deck matures. It doesn't reinvent the deckbuilding genre, but the licensed theme and co-op structure make it an easy pick for fans of the property.
What we like
- Accessible cooperative deckbuilding system welcomes newcomers.
- Strong nostalgic appeal for fans of the G.I. JOE franchise.
- Expandable structure promises ongoing content and replayability.
- Escalating mission difficulty keeps sessions challenging.
Keep in mind
- Deckbuilding mechanics don't significantly innovate on the genre.
- Appeal may be limited for players without attachment to the G.I. JOE theme.
Who it's for
Great for 1-4 players aged 13+ who enjoy cooperative deckbuilding games and have fondness for the G.I. JOE franchise.
