Magicka Mayhem: The Card Game (2016)

About this game

Magicka Mayhem is a chaotic card game based on the Magicka series of video games by Paradox Interactive. Players combine various magical Element Cards to cast an assortment of spells, represented by a recipe on a Spell Card. After a player casts a spell, there is a chance that the target of the spell will draw a Mayhem Card, which will radically alter the effects of the spell in various humorous ways. The game presents multiple play modes, emphasizing greater strategy or additional mayhem. Players are encouraged to work together when it suits them, but they should also be prepared for betrayal.

Does it fit your group?

• Group size. Works with 2 to 4.
• Rules load. At 2.5/5 this is a mid-weight game — expect a proper rules explanation before you start.
• Age. The publisher suggests 7 and up. That rates the rules rather than the artwork, so judge the box yourself for younger players.