A Game of Thrones: The Card Game
- Players
- 2-4
- Best withThe player count this game plays best at.
- 4 players
- Play timeHow long a full game runs once everyone knows the rules.
- 120 min
- AgeThe minimum age printed by the publisher.
- 12+
- ComplexityHow demanding the rules are, from 1 (very light) to 5 (very heavy).
- 3.3 / 5
- Year
- 2008
About the game
A Game of Thrones: The Card Game is a Living Card Game where players lead one of the great houses of Westeros, using hand management and simultaneous action selection to out-maneuver rivals in military, intrigue, and power struggles. Unlike collectible card games, its fixed-distribution expansion model means every player has equal access to the full card pool. Years of chapter packs and cycles built out a huge card pool exploring the world of A Song of Ice and Fire. It's a deep, faction-driven strategy game for players who enjoy long-term deck building and tense multiplayer confrontations.
Hobbli's Notes
A genuinely deep strategic card game with strong faction identities, though its age and the sheer volume of expansions make it a bigger commitment than most modern LCGs.
What we like
- Deep strategic card play with meaningful long-term decisions.
- Strong asymmetric faction identities from the source material.
- Fixed-distribution LCG model avoids collectible randomness.
- Extensive expansion catalog for players wanting more content.
Keep in mind
- High complexity and long playtime for newcomers.
- Full experience requires acquiring many expansion packs.
- Steep learning curve compared to lighter card games.
Who it's for
Best for strategy-minded card gamers aged 14+ who enjoy deep competitive deck building, in groups of 2-4.
