Physical Game Design & Philosophy

The World of RPG Rush

A tactical physical trading card game where every decision matters. Designed by Mario Tarosso, RPG Rush combines strategic depth with fast-paced gameplay in an immersive dark fantasy setting using real, collectible cards.

Game Philosophy

RPG Rush was born from a passion for tactical gameplay that rewards both quick thinking and strategic planning. Every mechanic serves a purpose: creating meaningful choices in every turn with physical cards you can hold and collect.

Resource Management

Mana isn't just fuelโ€”it's the heartbeat of strategy. Every roll creates new possibilities, forcing adaptation and rewarding clever resource allocation.

Tactical Depth

Combat isn't just about damage numbers. Piercing, poison, shields, and healing create a rich tactical landscape where timing and positioning matter.

Meaningful Choices

Every card played changes the battlefield. Defense isn't passiveโ€”it's an active choice that shapes the flow of battle and creates comeback opportunities.

30Cards per Deck
3Card Types
1Die Roll
15Starting Health

What's in the Physical Box?

Fire Ball

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Shield Block

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Mana Burst

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Personal Decks

Each player brings their own carefully crafted 30-card physical deck. Choose from dozens of unique collectible cards to build your perfect strategy.

10-14 Attack Cards
8-12 Magic Cards
6-10 Defence Cards

Mana Die System

A single physical d6 determines your Mana each turn. Simple mechanics, complex decisionsโ€”adapt your strategy to what fate provides.

1-2Conservative Turn
3-4Balanced Play
5-6Power Turn
15
0-10
0-5

Resource Tracking

Clean, intuitive physical counters keep track of your vital resources. No complex mathโ€”just pure tactical focus with tangible components.

Health: Your lifeline
Mana: Your power
Shield: Your protection

Master Deckbuilding

Your physical deck is your arsenal. Every card choice matters, every combination tells a story. Build synergies, cover weaknesses, and forge your path to victory with collectible cards.

Optimal Mana Curve

Cost 16-8 cards
Cost 28-10 cards
Cost 36-8 cards
Cost 44-6 cards
Cost 52-4 cards
Cost 60-2 cards

Popular Archetypes

Aggro Rush

Strike fast, strike hard. Overwhelm opponents with relentless attacks before they can stabilize their defenses.

60% Attack25% Magic15% Defence

Control Ward

Weather the storm, then strike back. Use shields and healing to outlast opponents while building powerful combinations.

25% Attack35% Magic40% Defence

Combo Engine

Master the mana flow. Chain together powerful magic cards for explosive turns that can end games instantly.

30% Attack50% Magic20% Defence
Game Designer

Mario Tarosso

"I wanted to create a physical trading card game that honored the tactical depth of classic RPGs while being accessible enough for anyone to learn in minutes. Every mechanic in RPG Rush serves the core goal: meaningful choices that lead to memorable moments with real cards."

2+Years in Development
50+Unique Cards
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