The Great Pyramid of Giza & The Statue of Zeus Playing Cards

EON Playing Cards, a brand from Room One Cards, has launched the third and fourth entries in its Seven Wonders of the Ancient World collection with The Great Pyramid of Giza and The Statue of Zeus at Olympia Playing Cards.

The two decks celebrate contrasting ancient wonders- one still standing and one lost to history. The Great Pyramid edition draws inspiration from the geometry, sandstone tones, and enduring legacy of Egypt's iconic monument, while the Statue of Zeus edition embraces ivory, gold, and royal purple hues influenced by the legendary Greek masterpiece crafted by Phidias.

Each deck is available in Standard and Special Editions, featuring fully customized artwork inspired by Egyptian and Greek mythology. Both editions include embossed, hot-foil die-cut window tuck boxes, allowing collectors to view a custom 55th card through the front of the packaging.

The Standard Editions feature redesigned number cards, custom courts, and themed back designs, while the Special Editions add cold-foil accents, metallic gilded edges, and enhanced artwork across selected number cards, court cards, and card backs.

Collectors can also choose from Half-Brick Sets for each deck, complete with matching collector's coins, or the Ultimate Set, which combines both volumes and all editions into a premium collection.

Continuing EON's exploration of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World, the latest releases blend historical inspiration with premium production, offering collectors two visually distinct tributes to some of humanity's greatest achievements.

Pledge starts at $14 on Kickstarter.

Bloom Playing Cards Unveils The Door Gods Playing Cards

Bloom Playing Cards has released The Door Gods Playing Cards on Kickstarter, a new collection inspired by the traditional Menshen (Door Gods) of Chinese folklore. The release is the latest entry in Room One's Collection System and celebrates the guardian deities believed to protect homes from evil spirits.

The series consists of four editions representing the changing seasons: Spring and Summer Standard Editions, alongside Autumn and Winter Special Editions. The Special Editions feature metallic cold-foil card faces and gilded edges, while all four decks showcase fully custom artwork inspired by traditional Chinese architecture, porcelain, and ornamental roof tiles.

Court cards depict legendary Door Gods, including Shenshu, Yulü, and other historic guardian figures, while the number cards combine to form panoramic seasonal garden scenes when displayed in sequence or as uncut sheets. 

Each edition also features a custom lattice window-inspired back design reflecting its seasonal color palette.

Collectors can also choose from themed box sets, a matching collector's coin, stickers, posters, and uncut sheets, offering multiple ways to display the artwork beyond the decks themselves.

With its blend of East Asian cultural heritage, intricate illustration, and premium finishes, The Door Gods Playing Cards continues Bloom Playing Cards' focus on folklore-inspired collector decks. Pledge starts at $16 on Kickstarter.

Ultraman Tiga (Special Edition) Playing Cards

Ultraman Tiga (Special Edition) Playing Cards by Room One Cards is an eye-catching collector’s deck created for dedicated fans of the legendary Ultra Hero. This enhanced release introduces holographic gilded edges and an innovative illuminated tuck box that transforms the deck into both a playable set and a display centerpiece.

The cards feature custom artwork of Ultraman Tiga across the courts, aces, and jokers, while the Zeperion holographic gilding reflects light with every shuffle and fan, capturing the iconic energy and brilliance associated with the character.

The standout feature is the light-up tuck box, designed to mimic Ultraman Tiga’s signature Color Timer. When opened, the box glows from within, recreating the hero’s iconic chest illumination and turning the packaging into an interactive display piece.

Printed on premium casino-grade black German core cardstock with a linen finish, the deck offers durability, smooth handling, and a satisfying shuffle experience. Available for $34 on Room One Cards.

Wright Brothers Playing Cards by Room One

Another cool deck from Room One Cards! Wright Brothers Playing Cards is a richly illustrated playing card series inspired by the pioneering legacy of Wilbur Wright and Orville Wright. Blending vintage aviation aesthetics with retro-futuristic design, this series transforms the story of mankind’s first flight into an immersive playing card experience.

Available in four editions: Fig. 1 and Fig. 2 in both Standard and Signature variants... the decks feature fully custom artwork inspired by patent sketches, engineering blueprints, and early flight technology. The colour palette leans into aged parchment tones, patinaed copper, maroon, and muted terracotta, evoking the warmth and ambition of early aviation workshops.

The custom court cards depict pilots, inventors, and explorers dressed in vintage flight gear, while the numbered cards feature redesigned pips and typography inspired by handwritten engineering diagrams and instrument labels. Every detail reinforces the deck’s mechanical and historical theme.

The standout features is the animated flipbook-style card back design. When fanned, the propeller of the Wright Flyer appears to spin, paying tribute to the experimentation and persistence that defined the Wright brothers’ achievements.

The Signature Editions elevate the presentation further with subtle metallic inks, rustic metallic gilded edges, and Room One’s signature 3D Accordion Tuck Box, which unfolds into a sculptural display piece. Meanwhile, the Standard Editions feature the interactive Rotor Motor Tuck Box, complete with a mechanical propeller effect hidden within the packaging.

Combining intricate illustration, tactile finishes, and inventive engineering-inspired packaging, Wright Brothers Playing Cards celebrates the romance of early flight through a thoughtfully designed collector-focused playing card series.

Pledge starts at $16 on Kickstarter.

Room One's Old Master Q Playing Cards

Room One's Bicycle Old Master Q Playing Cards is an officially licensed collaboration celebrating the iconic Hong Kong comic Old Master Q. As a follow-up partnership, this edition brings the charm and humour of one of Asia’s longest-running comics into a fully custom deck.

Inside, the design stays true to the series’ roots, featuring timeless monochrome, two-way card backs that showcase Old Master Q’s distinctive illustration style from every angle. Clean, reversible, and instantly recognisable, the backs capture the spirit of the original four-panel comics.

Every card in the deck is custom-designed, with court cards highlighting a lively cast of familiar characters from the comic’s universe. The artwork blends nostalgia with functionality, making it suitable for both gameplay and collecting.

Printed by the United States Playing Card Company on premium cardstock with Air-Cushion finish. Available NOW from Room One Cards for $14.

Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland Playing Cards

Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland Playing Cards by Bloom Playing Cards is a visually rich, art-driven deck that reimagines the classic tale Alice's Adventures in Wonderland through the lens of Japanese Ukiyo-e and surrealist influence.

The deck blends the structured elegance of traditional woodblock prints with dreamlike distortions inspired by Salvador Dalí, resulting in a soft, painterly world where pastel tones and fluid lines capture Wonderland’s sense of playful chaos. Colours like sakura pink, hydrangea blue, and pale greens create a gentle, drifting atmosphere, while touches of black ink ground the design.

Released in four editions: Joukan and Gekan in both Standard and Special versions... the deck offers distinct visual experiences. The Special Editions feature metallic cold-foil accents, while the Standard Editions lean into softer pastel palettes. 

The tuck boxes themselves are highly imaginative, including interactive designs like the “Tickky Tockky” box with moving clock hands, and the “Moon-in-a-Box,” which plays with light and illusion.

The cards are designed as a continuous visual journey. Number cards form panoramic scenes when laid out in sequence, guiding you through Alice’s adventure from the rabbit hole onward. 

Custom pips evolve into thematic elements like mushrooms, pocket watches, and teapots, while the court cards portray iconic characters—from the White Rabbit to the Queen of Hearts—in flowing, Ukiyo-e-inspired attire.

The borderless card backs combine harlequin patterns, floral motifs, and melting clock imagery into a seamless, surreal composition. When fanned, the designs flow together into a continuous tapestry, enhancing the deck’s visual impact. Special Editions also feature printed edge designs that add another layer of detail.

Blending fine art, storytelling, and innovative design, Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland Playing Cards is a collector-focused deck that transforms a familiar story into a dreamlike, immersive visual experience. Printed by Room One Cards and pledge starts at $16.50 on Kickstarter.

Mazinger Z Playing Cards by Room One

Mazinger Z Playing Cards by Room One Cards, is a 100% custom, officially licensed deck that pays tribute to one of anime’s most influential creations, Mazinger Z.

Inspired by the retro-futuristic charm of the original series, the deck captures the spirit of classic mecha design through detailed, anime-stylize artwork across every card. 

The court cards bring the world of Mazinger Z to life, featuring key characters like Koji Kabuto, Sayaka Yumi, and Boss, alongside memorable villains from the series, all illustrated with a bold, nostalgic flair.

The custom design extends beyond the face cards, with a custom card back and tuck box influenced by the show’s iconic cockpit interfaces and vintage animation style. Mechanical elements, control panels, and retro-tech aesthetics are woven throughout, giving the entire deck a cohesive, immersive feel.

Blending anime history with functional design, Mazinger Z Playing Cards is both a collector’s piece and a playable tribute to the world’s first super robot, celebrating the legacy of a series that helped define the mecha genre.

Available NOW from Room One for $16.

Faulty Stars Playing Cards by EmilySleights52

Faulty Stars Playing Cards by EmilySleights52 is a thoughtfully designed deck inspired by the famous line from Julius Caesar—“The fault, dear Brutus, is not in our stars, but in ourselves.” Built around this idea of self-determination and personal fate, the deck blends meaning with clean, refined aesthetics.

The design emphasizes elegance and usability, featuring a two-way, minimalistic back design framed by a crisp white border and a thin gold accent. This understated style carries through to the rest of the deck, with fully custom pips and custom court cards that maintain a cohesive, modern look. 

The deck also includes identical jokers for versatility in routines, along with a double backer card—adding practical value for magic and creative applications.

Balancing philosophy, functionality, and visual simplicity, Faulty Stars Playing Cards is a deck that not only performs beautifully in hand but also carries a meaningful message about shaping one’s own destiny.

Created for magicians, cardists, and collectors, the cards are printed by Room One Cards on 290g Afflux stock, offering a soft yet durable feel that handles smoothly for sleight of hand and flourishes. Pledge starts at $13 on Kickstarter.

Night at Circus Playing Cards, Final Week on Kickstarter

Night at Circus Playing Cards by Anti-Faro is a dark, story-driven deck that blends vintage carnival aesthetics with psychological horror. Set in a surreal, eternal circus trapped in night, the deck explores the unsettling idea of joy twisted into something uncanny... where painted smiles hide something far more sinister.

Each card is part of a larger narrative. This truly unique deck isn’t just for play, it’s an interactive experience, featuring hidden riddles and a puzzle that players must solve to uncover the truth behind the circus and “escape” its world. 

The number cards act as fragments of a coded message, while the court cards represent the trapped performers, each holding pieces of the mystery.

The release includes four editions, each themed around a different “show” within the circus:

• Clown Show (Special)
• Puppet Show (Special)
• Animal Show (Standard)
• Freak Show (Standard)

The Special Editions feature cold-foil crackle finishes and holographic gilded edges, creating a striking, otherworldly shimmer. They also come housed in a Light-up Big Top tuck box, designed like a circus tent that illuminates when opened- making the deck feel as though the carnival has suddenly come to life.

The Standard Editions offer more subtle finishes with bold, contrasting color schemes for gameplay, and are packaged in die-cut tent-style tuck boxes that invite players into the eerie spectacle.

Each edition has its own unique back design, styled as the entrance to its respective tent, with ornate carnival arches and unsettling visual motifs. Together, they form a cohesive yet fragmented world.

Designed as both a collectible and an immersive puzzle experience! Printed by Room One Cards and pledge starts at $17 on Kickstarter.