Digital Collectible Card Game Will Feature DC Characters and Gameplay Based on Over 80 Years of Comic Book History
Cryptozoic Entertainment, leading creator of tabletop games and collectibles, and YUKE’S, a leading developer and publisher of video games, today announced DC Dual Force. Licensed by Warner Bros. Interactive Entertainment on behalf of DC, this digital collectible card game (CCG) is currently being developed by Cryptozoic and will be published by YUKE’S in Quarter 3 2022.
In an unprecedented partnership with DC, the game will feature all-new single-player experiences that draw on over 80 years of comic book history. Fan-favorite characters from the DC Universe will be released at launch, with the catalogue expanding to include all Super Heroes and Super-Villains in future updates. This free-to-play CCG will let fans play their favorite comics and earn rewards. There will be a constant stream of new content, with a comic from the vast existing DC library released every week for fans to play through.
Cryptozoic is committed to making DC Dual Force quick to learn and fun to master, with innovative card game mechanics that are intuitive for all players. Offering a fresh way to play a collectible card game, DC Dual Force gives players the chance to team up with their favorite DC Super Heroes and Super-Villains and build amazing decks that take advantage of the characters’ synergies. This unlocks expansive variety in gameplay, particularly in terms of strategy.
“We feel incredibly privileged to have such unique access to the DC Universe,” said Cory Jones, co-founder of Cryptozoic Entertainment. “As game makers and lifelong comics fans, this is really a dream come true. We are determined to deliver the definitive card game based on comic books.”
“We are honored to have an incredible partnership with Cryptozoic and cannot wait to see the DC Universe come to life as a digital collectible card game,” commented Yukinori Taniguchi, President and CEO of YUKE’s.
About Cryptozoic Entertainment Since 2010, Cryptozoic Entertainment has been dedicated to the concept of “Fans First,” striving to develop the most creative and sought-after products for pop culture enthusiasts worldwide. As an entertainment company with a diverse portfolio of licensed and original IPs, its catalog covers a broad spectrum of tabletop games and collectibles. The passionate team at Cryptozoic aims to inspire gamers and collectors all around the globe, while bringing fans together as part of the Cryptozoic community. Visit for more information and sign up for the company’s Mailing List to receive the Fans First Newsletter and updates about products and events.
About YUKE’S After developing the world’s first 3D wrestling video game engine for the PlayStation, YUKE’S has continued to lead the world in fighting game technology. YUKE’S main expertise lies in having the foresight and planning ability to methodically research the subject matter of an upcoming title to be able to transform the product into the optimal consumer gaming experience, and having the technology at hand required to do so. Furthermore, YUKE’S has also shown strength in overseas markets by being backed with the long-standing relationships it has developed with international partners. They plan to continue to cultivate and expand the “YUKE’S Brand” by putting user-needs first and developing games and business strategies that meet the demands of the ever-changing market.
About Warner Bros. Interactive Entertainment Warner Bros. Interactive Entertainment is a premier worldwide publisher, developer, licensor and distributor of entertainment content for the interactive space across all platforms, including console, handheld, mobile and PC-based gaming for both internal and third-party game titles. Additional information can be found at www.wbgames.com.
About DC DC is one of the largest English-language publishers of comics and graphic novels in the world and home to some of the most iconic and recognizable characters ever created. As a creative unit of WarnerMedia, DC is charged with strategically integrating its stories and characters across film, television, consumer products, home entertainment, interactive games, and the DC UNIVERSE INFINITE digital subscription service and community engagement portal.
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