Infinity Wars: Animated Trading Card Game

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Infinity Wars: Animated Trading Card Game is a single player and multiplayer casual role playing game with a science fiction theme. It was developed by Lightmare Studios and was released on September 5, 2014. It received mostly positive reviews from players.

Infinity Wars is a free-to-play, animated trading card game with a focus on strategic combat. Players build decks from hundreds of cards representing various units, abilities, and special actions. The game features a single-player campaign, PvE challenges, and PvP modes, with vibrant visuals and a variety of play styles to explore. Each turn offers dynamic decisions and intense battles, providing an engaging and immersive card game experience.

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77%

Audience ScoreBased on 2,359 reviews

gameplay220 positive mentions

stability87 negative mentions

Infinity Wars features unique simultaneous turn mechanics that add depth and strategy to gameplay, making it stand out from other TCGs.
The game offers a wide variety of factions and cards, allowing for diverse deck-building options and strategies.
The animated card art and engaging lore enhance the overall experience, making the game visually appealing and immersive.

The player base is small, leading to long matchmaking times and often pairing new players with experienced veterans.
The game suffers from numerous bugs and technical issues, which can disrupt gameplay and frustrate players.
The monetization model can feel exploitative, with some players feeling pressured to spend money to remain competitive.

gameplay
571 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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59%
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The gameplay of Infinity Wars is characterized by its innovative simultaneous turn mechanic, which adds a unique layer of strategy and depth not commonly found in traditional trading card games. Players appreciate the intricate mechanics, diverse factions, and the ability to build decks with a variety of strategies, although some have noted issues with balance and bugs that can detract from the experience. Overall, the game is praised for its engaging gameplay and beautiful animated card art, making it a standout in the digital card game genre.
- “The gameplay itself is really solid too.”
- “The simultaneous turn structure is pretty innovative, so if you are interested in trying out new gameplay patterns, definitely give this game a try.”
- “The gameplay is unique, with intriguing mechanics and interactions.”
- “The gameplay itself was both somehow bland and overly complex, and cards came in too slowly.”
- “Unfortunately, the devs took quite a few backwards steps including the revamp after revamp of the single player and the excessive convolution of gameplay and unlocking cards.”
- “The gameplay is still there, but the deckbuilding might still be there?”
story
216 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
13%
82%
5%
The game's story is generally viewed as underwhelming, serving primarily as a tutorial rather than a compelling narrative, with many players finding it simplistic and poorly executed. While there are campaigns for various factions that provide some backstory and rewards, the overall storytelling lacks depth and polish, often feeling tacked on or grindy. Despite some players appreciating the art and potential of the lore, the execution leaves much to be desired, with many suggesting that the focus should shift towards expanding gameplay and card mechanics rather than revamping the story.
- “I loved the original back in the day and I would love an expanded story/campaign and of course more AI versus options than what we had back in the day.”
- “The animated cards are fun and the idea behind them is really good; I like the story behind those dimensions with the same characters in different realms, it was really inspiring to play the campaign alone.”
- “All in all, a solid trading card game with an immersive and creative story.”
- “The single-player content still works, though the replay value isn't there and the story is... well, it's there.”
- “What the game needed was expansions of cards and archetypes, and they wasted money on trying to fix the campaign storyline that did little but introduce you to the story and mechanics, which is all fine and important, but they wasted money and time revamping that and the revamp was pretty much garbage.”
- “The tutorial and story are dreadful and unnecessary.”
graphics
211 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
53%
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The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with many praising the beautiful and animated artwork of the cards, which adds vibrancy and depth to the gameplay. However, some users criticize the overall visual quality, noting issues with the user interface and graphical glitches that detract from the experience. While the art style is often described as unique and appealing, there are concerns about the game's graphical performance and polish, especially in comparison to other titles in the genre.
- “The artwork and animation - the artwork was always really well done and the coloring and style speaks to me.”
- “The graphics of the cards really spice up the atmosphere, and the gameplay is solid and fun.”
- “The animated artwork on the cards is beyond what I expected.”
- “This game looked and played much better in 2014, which is insane to say. The new UI is terrible, the graphics are somehow worse, which I didn't think could happen after 7 years, but here we are. It's very much about shoving the Patreon down your throat to get basic features, and there is no longer a tutorial available; to get a tutorial, you have to buy a separate $10 game from what I can tell.”
- “In this reboot, they managed to suck out the life and magic of the original game, with a huge downgrade in graphics, generic to plain nonexistent animations, an ugly and clunky UI, and a just plain generic streamlined look and feel to the game.”
- “The graphics are ugly, the menus are ugly, the graphics settings are locked to medium until God knows what part of the re-development pipeline, and so is Steam account linking.”
stability
90 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
3%
97%
The game's stability is a significant concern, with numerous users reporting persistent bugs, glitches, and crashes that detract from the overall experience. While some players acknowledge the small development team and ongoing efforts to address these issues, many feel that the game remains unpolished and riddled with problems, making it difficult to recommend in its current state. Overall, the consensus is that while the gameplay has potential, the stability issues are a major drawback that needs urgent attention.
- “That aside, the game isn't that buggy; usually, there are a few issues after a patch, but they tend to get resolved within a few weeks and aren't too major (things doing a little bit different things than what the cards say, UI scrolling being a little off, etc).”
- “Awesome game, well worth getting; not that buggy considering it's in beta.”
- “This game has been plagued by bugs from the start, and a few tend to pop up every now and then after a new patch, but it's pretty much bug-free at the moment.”
- “This game is an unpolished buggy mess.”
- “The most buggy client I have ever used.”
- “This game is not fit for release, do not pay money into it until you've played at least a few hours and experienced the many bugs and glitches the game has to offer.”
grinding
56 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
2%
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The reviews indicate a mixed experience with grinding in the game. While some players appreciate the relatively low grind required to earn cards and the fair free-to-play model, others find the process tedious and time-consuming, especially after reaching higher levels. Overall, the game offers a balance between grinding and enjoyment, but players may encounter significant time investment to unlock competitive decks, particularly if they opt for a free-to-play approach.
- “Truly a nice game to play. It takes a bit of time, but it's not too grindy like other games I've played. The cards are fun to use as you slowly build your deck. The gameplay and the art style are nice, and you can tell the developers love the game. The animations on the cards are great to look at, and the art is so well polished. Gameplay can be hard at times, but the campaign is almost perfect so far. Some fights require you to play your best and know your deck well, but overall, it's just a good game to take your time with.”
- “The fact that you must create an account only inside the game and not on their website (there's no option to make an account on their website nor to log in), extremely long training (took me 2 hours to complete it, with fails), tedious leveling and infinity points (IP) grinding, predictable AI.”
- “You get rewards up to a certain level, but after that, it's endless grinding for IP to buy more packs.”
- “The game's currency grinding is at a ridiculously slow rate and is halved if you lose; assuming you play perfectly and win every single game in the shortest amount of time, it would take you around 2-3 hours or 4 minutes per game to get enough to buy a single pack.”
music
52 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game receives mixed reviews, with many players praising the original soundtrack for its fitting and immersive qualities that enhance the gameplay experience. While some find the music beautiful and emotionally engaging, others note a lack of variety and some consider it to be subpar. Overall, the soundtrack is generally appreciated for complementing the game's atmosphere and design, making it a notable aspect for many players.
- “The music - when I loaded this up today and the music started, I got goosebumps.”
- “Each faction has their own unique, wonderful soundtracks that you won't get sick of easily and are worth listening to outside the game.”
- “The soundtrack for this game is absolutely amazing and fits the game really well.”
- “The music is pretty bad though.”
- “The music and sound effects are not exactly brilliant, but you will probably not notice them anyway, as anything too distracting would've been detrimental to the game.”
- “But there's a sort of disconnect between the game: whether it be the UI, gameplay, music, art design, etc., everything is at odds with each other.”
monetization
39 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The monetization model of the game has received mixed reviews, with some players appreciating that it is not pay-to-win (P2W) and allows for the purchase of full card sets, while others criticize the presence of microtransactions and lootboxes that give the impression of P2W mechanics. Although many agree that the microtransactions do not significantly impact gameplay balance, concerns about transparency and the overall monetization strategy persist, especially given the game's alpha status and lack of advertising. Overall, while the monetization is seen as reasonable by some, it remains a contentious issue among players.
- “The monetization system where you only pay for card art is phenomenal.”
- “I love this game for one huge reason: it's free to play. Yeah, there are microtransactions, but they do not cause any major balance issues.”
- “Good game, microtransactions are not disruptive nor annoying.”
- “The devs use not being pay-to-win as a major selling point, only to have microtransactions and loot boxes front and center that look like pay-to-win at first glance, which left a nasty taste in my mouth.”
- “You can't get your old cards unless you actually pay, not to mention you can't even play multiplayer like they're advertising on YouTube. At best, this is a demo; at worst, it's a waste of 2GB downloaded. Don't touch it until they fix their massive mistake.”
- “There are lots of microtransactions everywhere you look, and while they said they weren't going to spend money on advertising, it feels like a cash grab.”
replayability
16 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's replayability is a mixed bag, with some players praising its variety and customization options, particularly in online modes, while others criticize the lack of engaging single-player content and poor matchmaking, which hampers long-term enjoyment. Overall, while there are elements that support replayability, such as diverse decks and planned updates, many feel it falls short of expectations, especially for new players.
- “This game is amazing, the variation and replayability is off the charts.”
- “The cool thing about online is that you can use any deck you want (as long as it is legal) so there is unlimited replayability.”
- “Great game, has lots of replay value, and although it says animated card game it is overall just a very good card game, with or without animations.”
- “The single-player content still works, though the replay value isn't there and the story is... well, it's there.”
- “Replayability: 2/10. This is a big sticking point for me.”
- “So the replay value after the campaign mode is questionable.”
humor
15 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The humor in the game is a mixed bag, with many players finding it enjoyable and well-executed in aspects like gameplay, animations, and artwork, while others feel it falls flat at times. The quirky elements and funny moments, especially during AI interactions and tutorial missions, contribute positively to the overall experience, though some players note inconsistencies in comedic delivery. Overall, the game's humor is seen as a strong point, despite some critiques regarding its effectiveness.
- “The gameplay is unparalleled, which is funny because it's got parallel turns.”
- “Some of the animations (timely strike) are hilarious, and all of them are well done.”
- “Tutorial missions are funny and nicely done without being too boring.”
optimization
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's optimization remains a significant issue, with users reporting poor performance in the standalone launcher and frequent frame rate drops, even on high-end systems. Many players express frustration over the lack of improvements after several years, particularly regarding accessibility and rewards. While some aspects are still in beta, the overall experience is hindered by these ongoing optimization challenges.
- “Better rewards and an easier way to earn cards, not to mention the game finally runs smoothly.”
- “You won't run into performance issues running the game.”
- “Since this is still in beta, some aspects are not yet optimized.”
- “After several years, it still misses optimizations everywhere.”
- “Most of my time has been in the standalone launcher (around one hundred hours), which is very poor in terms of performance.”
- “I'm looking at you, Tera, with random warp barrier cancelling and atrocious optimization that leads to single-digit FPS on high-end systems.”
atmosphere
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The atmosphere of Infinity Wars is highly praised for its captivating graphics, immersive lore, and engaging music, which together create a unique sci-fi environment. The animated cards are particularly noted for their beauty and contribution to the game's overall ambiance, enhancing the player's experience and making the gameplay feel more dynamic and mature compared to other card games. Overall, the combination of these elements fosters a fun and competitive atmosphere that resonates well with players.
- “Infinity Wars is a great game; I've always loved card games, but none of the online ones I've played have had a great story mode to follow as well as a fun competitive atmosphere like Infinity Wars does.”
- “This game gets a big thumbs up from me for a few reasons: lore, game atmosphere, captivating music, lots of science-fiction elements tied in with naturalism, and even tech-undead, which is really cool.”
- “The animated cards are the best I have seen in this type of game; they are gorgeous, atmospheric, and fun pieces that do a lot to bring the player into the world, and they justify the time spent building decks.”
- “Plays quickly enough and has a more mature atmosphere than Hearthstone.”
emotional
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players find the emotional aspect of the game to be diverse, evoking a wide range of feelings from beauty and humor to nostalgia and sentimentality, prompting reflections on personal memories, such as revisiting old Yu-Gi-Oh cards.
- “They range the gamut from beautiful to amusing to even touching.”
- “Made me feel like digging up my old Yu-Gi-Oh cards.”

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Infinity Wars: Animated Trading Card Game is a casual role playing game with science fiction theme.

Infinity Wars: Animated Trading Card Game is available on PC, Mac OS and Windows.

On average players spend around 21 hours playing Infinity Wars: Animated Trading Card Game.

Infinity Wars: Animated Trading Card Game was released on September 5, 2014.

Infinity Wars: Animated Trading Card Game was developed by Lightmare Studios.

Infinity Wars: Animated Trading Card Game has received mostly positive reviews from players. Most players liked this game for its gameplay but disliked it for its stability.

Infinity Wars: Animated Trading Card Game is a single player game with multiplayer support.

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