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Legendary: A Marvel Deck Building Game
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- Easy to learn, with fast-paced gameplay
- Features incredible original artwork of Marvel heroes and villains
- Game consists of nearly 600 cards, Full color Game board & Color Rule Book
- Designed by award-winning game designer Devin Low, former Head Developer of Magic: The Gathering
- Legendary is a deck-building game set in the Marvel Comics universe
- Legendary is a deck-building game set in the Marvel Comics universe
- Players choose a number of hero decks from the likes of Spider-man, Hulk, Cyclops or Wolverine
- Players then choose a mastermind villain (Magneto, Loki, Dr. Doom, etc.) and stack that particular villain's attack cards underneath it
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Product information
Product Dimensions | 3.75 x 11.25 x 11.25 inches |
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Item Weight | 4.44 pounds |
ASIN | B00A4KHEK0 |
Item model number | 80366 |
Manufacturer recommended age | 14 years and up |
Best Sellers Rank | #100,076 in Toys & Games (See Top 100 in Toys & Games) #3,160 in Board Games (Toys & Games) |
Customer Reviews |
4.7 out of 5 stars |
Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
Release date | January 14, 2021 |
Manufacturer | Upper Deck Entertainment |
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Upper Deck Legendary: A Marvel Deck Building Game
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WARNING: CHOKING HAZARD -- Small parts. Not for children under 3 yrs.
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Customers find the quality of the game very fun and engaging. They also appreciate the value, saying it has tons of replay value. Customers also describe the game as a fantastic semi-coop deck-building game that's easy to get into. They appreciate the artwork, character variety, and expansions. That said, opinions are mixed on ease of use and variety.
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Customers like the quality of the game. They say it's very fun, enjoyable, and well-loved. They also say the mechanics work well and the game is engaging. Customers say the game has a streamlined and fun gaming experience. They mention that it'll be a good start and feel toward the game if you're unsure if they'll like it.
"...Fun solo play; I didn't actually use the solo rules (had some handicaps I didn't care for), but it was pretty easy to just play two players as one..." Read more
"...can be played solo just as good as multi-player and the games are fun and challenging; it all depends on how you set up the game randomly...." Read more
"...It's very exciting, and putting together a good combo of cards is satisfying to the max.There is a LOT of replay value...." Read more
"I love this game! Lots of fun and replay value. My biggest knock is that it usually is fairly easy to win if the players cooperate...." Read more
Customers find the game to be great value. They say it has tons of replay value, and is worth checking out for Marvel fans and deck building lovers. They also say the game has infinite replay value and is great for co-op games. Overall, customers say the price is great.
"...The prices are not unreasonable, they just add up. Still preferable to me than the random nature of Trading Card Games, but still costly.-..." Read more
"I can't stop playing this. I got all the expansions and the replay value is unlimited...." Read more
"...There is a LOT of replay value. You can use different heroes, different masterminds, and different schemes...." Read more
"I love this game! Lots of fun and replay value. My biggest knock is that it usually is fairly easy to win if the players cooperate...." Read more
Customers find the cooperativeness of the deck-building game fantastic and unique. They say it's both cooperative and competitive at the same time. They also mention that the fact that it' s semi-coop makes it fun. Customers also say it provides a great mix of deck building strategy, teamwork, and comic lore. They mention that it is a good gateway game that strikes a balance between cooperative and Competitive.
"...The premise of Legendary is simple: A mastermind (Dr. Doom, for example) invades the city to further their nefarious scheme...." Read more
"...seem to fit their characters well and gives you many opportunities to combine different hero teams and find which work best together...." Read more
"...Pros- Replay value- Very engaging. Great teamwork and communication required based on number of players and co-op level-..." Read more
"...I also thought that many of these cards were able to combo better than in the DC game...." Read more
Customers like the artwork in the game. They say it's incredible, awesome, and well designed. They also say the book is laid graphically in a way that's easy to read. Customers also mention that the theme of the game is pretty well done and good at evoking its universe.
"...-Addictive fun with the gameplay, abilities, and randomness.-Great art, board, and colors...." Read more
"...The art is nice, but only one picture/character, just framed differently...." Read more
"...is a nice addition to the deck builder games, and the cards have really great artwork...." Read more
"...Adjustable competitive co-op options- Game box organizer design...." Read more
Customers like the variety of heroes and villains in the game. They say the core game has a great cast of A-list heroes and dozens of characters available. Some customers also mention that the super villains are difficult and the expansion sets add more characters.
"...The cards seem to fit their characters well and gives you many opportunities to combine different hero teams and find which work best together...." Read more
"...I enjoy using the different heroes, and there are very few clunkers (I don't really think Spidey lives up to expectations much)...." Read more
"...the game can last up to or over two hours but, wow, the super villains are difficult because of the different crisis you have to resolve before..." Read more
"...It comes with a decent amount of recognizable heros and villains. A game consists of choosing 5heros to battle a Mastermind and his villains...." Read more
Customers find the expansions for the game great. They say the expansion really spice it up and fix the picture problem. They also say the game has plenty of room for future expansions. Customers also mention that the game benefits hugely from expansions and is easy to adjust the difficulty level by adding cards.
"...- There are a TON of expansions!..." Read more
"...Speaking of expansions, I've found it very easy to add expansions to the game...." Read more
"...Game box organizer design. Pre-expansion room allows for pre-configuring deck options and set-up to allow for quick play as long as you know number..." Read more
"...It's so fun and easy to learn. All the expansions are great. Recommend!" Read more
Customers are mixed about the ease of use. Some mention the rules are really easy to pick up, the game mechanics are easy to learn, and fun for single or multiple players. They also appreciate the simple instructions to follow and simplistic gameplay. However, some say that the game can be too easy, takes a while to set up and break down, and is hard to teach.
"...Relatively easy to learn; I had little trouble figuring it out, and only had to google rule clarifications once!-..." Read more
"...Then repeat. Sounds simple, but there is far more entertainment value to it in the variety of game set-ups with the 7 different Villain groups, 4..." Read more
"...It's hard to teach and may be inaccessible to people who are complete newbies. I'd recommend watching actual games on Youtube.-..." Read more
"...The game is simple, one read of the instructions and then a few references during your first game and you are pretty much good to go...." Read more
Customers are mixed about the variety of the game. Some mention that the base set has enough variety to keep them coming back again, with plenty of dividers and a very nice plastic. They also appreciate the amount of variation in the game, even with just the base setup. However, others say that the scenarios seem a little too easy to win, the competitive element of the product is integrated, and not all combinations are created equal.
"...with a plastic storage tray for the cards, and it'll help you keep the cards organized... until you buy a couple expansions, then you'll probably..." Read more
"...It even has a solo variant which is fun for when nobody else is around to play. Certain masterminds are easier then others as well...." Read more
"...Not all combinations are created equal. You can accidentally severely handicap yourself if you pick the 'wrong' hero and villain combinations...." Read more
"...I love this feature about the game. I believe this one comes with about 500 cards so you have plenty to build decks with and keep the game fresh...." Read more
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Pros:
- It's Marvel; if you like Marvel, the theme alone is a huge bonus!
- Relatively easy to learn; I had little trouble figuring it out, and only had to google rule clarifications once!
- Nice flow; never felt like the turns dragged too much
- Beautiful artwork; for those who weigh artwork as a factor in the value of a game, this one features excellent comic-style artwork
- Fun solo play; I didn't actually use the solo rules (had some handicaps I didn't care for), but it was pretty easy to just play two players as one person. As long as my goal was to beat the villain, it didn't particularly matter that I was playing two people. Bonus!
- Decent replay value; due to the variety of cards and the fact that you can only use so many per game, there's plenty of variation between games. No two runs will be the same, should you choose to mix up the heroes/villains/masterminds. Not to mention the different 'schemes' that set the goal for each round can change up the gameplay/strategies significantly.
- There are a TON of expansions; if you enjoyed the gameplay and want more, there's PLENTY more!
Cons:
- There are a TON of expansions! While also a pro, be prepared to be lost in the financial sinkhole that is the world of boardgames/deck-building games. There's plenty more gameplay to be had, but it will cost you. The prices are not unreasonable, they just add up. Still preferable to me than the random nature of Trading Card Games, but still costly.
- Lack of artwork variations; from some of the expansions I've seen this isn't always the case, but in the core set there's a lack of artwork variation. All of the hero cards have the same image for all of the heroes (every Wolverine card has the same image of Wolverine, all of the Spider-Man cards have the same image of Spider-Man, etc.). Same with the villain, mastermind, and other such cards. While this is good for quick recognition, the art-fiend in me was still a bit disappointed.
- Not all combinations are created equal. You can accidentally severely handicap yourself if you pick the 'wrong' hero and villain combinations. Though that could be a bonus for some people who love a challenge.
In spite of having cons (like most things in life), they weren't nearly bad enough for me to dock a star, so I stand confidently by in giving this game solid five-star rating. On a scale of 1-10 I'd probably give it a 9. Perhaps more gaming experience will change my score, but as a beginner I can proudly say this is one of my favorites so far.
The Good:
-Addictive fun with the gameplay, abilities, and randomness.
-Great art, board, and colors.
-Can't say enough about this game- it's worth the price and deep. I could go on and on about all the great features, but I want to be brief here because I will combat the criticism of this game at the end.
Things You Should Know
- I had to go to boardgamegeek.com for clarifications and interpretation of rules; there is a need to be a lawyer sometimes when it comes to how some cards act with each other.
- It's hard to teach and may be inaccessible to people who are complete newbies. I'd recommend watching actual games on Youtube.
- To get the best experience, but plastic sleeves and all the expansions.
- The game is long to set-up and put away, possibly 15 minutes.
- Games can last 45-60+ minutes.
- The box is tough to store the cards in if you want to find cards, which may increase set-up time to 20-25 minutes.
Here are my counterpoint to some negative comments here:
1) "No theme": Actually the whole game is themed within a rule-based card game. I always feel I am in the Marvel Universe and all the characters act as they should act. Stan Lee would have loved to come out with a game like this back in the Silver Age.
2) "Buy Sentinels of the Multiverse": No, I'd rather buy a solo/multi game with Marvel's official license, thank you.
3) "No challenge": True Legendary gamers laugh at this. The rulebook comes with 10 additional challenges and clearly some heroes are weaker than others or don't synch well. Clearly some villains and schemes are harder. You can challenge yourself in infinite ways.
4) "Bad quality of cards": But sleeves. 85% of gamers do. Why aren't you?
5) "Only 3 or more players is fun": Hogwash. Trust me and thousands of others who play solo or with 2.
6) "Not really a cooperative game": Well, it's not a strictly competitive game either; the board is fighting the players, so by default players can team up by discussing what characters to recruit or how to deal with wounds. Some cards do allow you to KO other player's cards. Why get so stuck with labels?
7) "Cards aren't sorted when first opened": Who cares? It's a one time thing.
8) "Generic artwork": This was fixed for the expansions, which show different poses for the 14-hero cards. The actual artwork is fine, though, just not varied in the original game.
9) "Way too many symbols": This may also be true, but they allow for combos and a deep game. I don't see why this contradicts the theme; Iron Man could be ranged and tech.
10) "Need more dividers and a better way to organize them": Agreed; which is why people have homebrew systems using things from around the house.
11) "Not a party game": Sorry Legendary isn't as pretentious as Pathfinder, but teenagers and geeks in their 40s do have meet-ups for Legendary.
12) "It's not Dominion, Thunderstone, or Quarriors": More with the pretentious snobbery. Who cares? I'm a comic book fans and like the Marvel license.
13) "The price is high": Between the printing costs and license, it's actually cheap.
14) "Starts off slow": Yes, it does, but then the game builds to an exciting middle and climax. Patience, anyone?
15) "Villains don't escape in solo": Yes, they can.
16) "Not an enjoyable/strategic game": Hundreds of Amazon reviewers disagree.
17) "It's a gateway DBG": More pretentious snobbery. What if I don't like Dominion or Ascension's themes? What if I like comics and want to stick with this one? Am I allowed, sir, or must I be called simple-minded?
18) "Cards are hard to read": Agreed, some could be tough if you have bad lighting or vision like I do.
19) "Schemes are disappointing": Nah, they're fun and try their best to relate to the gameplay + theme. Only the Cosmic Cube doesn't relate well, but I think it was designed to train new players.
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This game is a lot of fun though, my friends are always asking me to bring this over on board game nights. Its simple to learn but still has enough depth to make your decisions feel meaningful and build powerful synergies in your deck. Tons of replay value with many combinations of heroes, villains, masterminds, and schemes. This value only gets better if you add some expansions to your collection.
Sin duda el mejor deck builder que conozco, el más completo
Encontré este juego de casualidad buscando otro producto y no pude resistirme. Recomendadisimo para todos los que disfrutan de juegos de cartas de estrategia como magic tg, si además eres fanático de los cómics y/o los superheroes mejor aún, aunque está en inglés no requiere más que un nivel muy básico para poder entenderlo y jugarlo.
Respecto a la entrega, es mi primer pedido con amazon, si bien la entrega fue más que correcta y el repartidor se tomó la molestia de llamar antes de pasar a entregarlo, tal y como solicité, la caja viene con un golpe considerable en una esquina, a efectos prácticos no tiene importancia, pero si lo hubiese querido como objeto de coleccionista o para hacer un regalo habría sido un problema, y siendo mi primer pedido creo que amazon debería haber cuidado al milímetro este tipo de detalles, que deberían cuidarse siempre, porque no es especialmente barato y me ha dejado un sabor agridulce. Pero como lo que se valora aquí es el producto le doy las 5 estrellas, si alguien duda por el idioma o por si será o no entretenido que no lo piense más.