Kardify's Deck of the Year 2025

We’ve wrapped up our annual review, looking back on the events of the playing card industry over the past year. This year... our biggest recognition ‘Deck of the Year’ goes to....

Moonbound by Thirdway Industries. 

Moonbound is 52 Plus Jokers club deck this year and it is a striking collaboration that unites the creative vision of Giovanni Meroni with the craftsmanship of Boschiero & Newton and Legends  Playing Card Company. 

Inside, players and collectors will find gold cold foiling on both the faces and backs, creating a luminous shimmer that highlights the intricate illustrations. 

The deck includes the 52 custom cards along with two Jokers, each rendered with the same meticulous artistry that defines the whole project. Each deck comes housed in a custom die-cut outer sleeve textured and foiled. 

Congratulations to Giovanni Meroni!

Oh... if you want to vote for YOUR favourite deck of 2025, head to the Deck of the Year awards website and select your favourite deck or designer in one of 14 categories! The DOTY's are a celebration of playing card design and those who create them. With a focus on poker-size decks that have come out within the calendar year.