Blending inventive game mechanics with charming artwork, River Rats is a fully custom deck and a cooperative poker-inspired game. Set aboard a futuristic luxury riverboat, players become part of the crew, working together to outplay their mechanical overlords... wealthy bionic River Rats who demand high-stakes poker games for entertainment.
More than just a novelty theme. River Rats is a fully-fledged hand-management game, where teamwork and strategic card play are key. Each player belongs to one of four animal-based crew factions—Otters (Spades), Bugs (Diamonds), Crocodiles (Hearts), and Birds (Clubs). Each with its own smart ability to shift the odds. Outsmart the Rich Rats with combo play and manipulation of poker hands before they trap you in debt.
Illustrated by Rixt Heerschop, the deck bursts with personality and vibrant, playful visuals. Each suit has its own cast of characters tied to riverboat roles, with transformational card art incorporating miniature suit symbols throughout. The Kings are arrogant bionic rats, the Aces represent players, and the number cards form the working crew.
Two editions are available on Kickstarter- red or blue. In addition to the 52-card deck, the set includes two Jokers, reference cards, and a rulebook. For collectors, River Rats delivers a full custom experience with a distinct aesthetic and clear indices, making it suitable for standard gameplay as well. But it’s the integrated cooperative game and imaginative world-building that truly set this release apart!
The decks are printed by WJPC on their 300gsm German stock. Pledge starts at $17 on Kickstarter.
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