Shadow Era - Trading Card Game

Shadow Era - Trading Card Game

by Jonathan Bjork

296 ratings
1218 reviews
Free
In-App Purchases

Details

  • Released
  • Updated
  • April 14, 2013
  • June 13, 2026

Features

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About

Engage in a deep, cross-platform collectible trading card game. Build your deck, battle AI or players, and earn new cards with a generous free-to-play system. Progress is saved across all devices.

โœ“Cross-platform multiplayer PvP
โœ“Nearly 1000 collectible cards
โœ“Free-to-play Meltdown mode with prizes
โœ“View games in progress and replays
โœ“Hero selection and starter deck
โœ“Server-side progress saving
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What users say

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What's New in Shadow Era

5.28

June 13, 2026

5 new tribute cards and various bug fixes and balance adjustments to the recent 5.25 version.

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In-App Purchases

$1.99

220 Shadow Crystals

220 Shadow Crystals

User reviews

Not that good

Small community, unbalanced

The best

Best card game ever

Nostalgia

Played it when it came out. Still play it. Amazing artworks, great soundtrack!

Still a horrible game!

I came back after a couple years of not playing. Nothing has changed. Still no real line of defense for your hero. Players with decks full of magic cards that easily drain your heroโ€™s hp. We Canโ€™t forget about the cards that allow a never ending cycle of going to the graveyard, and coming back over and over. This game will never be big. The mechanics are just horrible. A real card game is fair and leveled. This will never be that. Iโ€™m quitting for good this time. Itโ€™s a shame because it had potential.
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Love it

Great app, no huge complaints here. For anyone who enjoys card games and hasn't tried shadow era out, do it! Cards are very well thought out and impress me witho originality and how classic they are as well. For any shadow era developers who are seeing this know that you're app is great but could probably use a wider variety of cards for the different heroes. Also, Aldmors cool but a little overboard at the same time.. Tone it back a bit to the basics with any new updates/expansions. Edit: still an awesome app Edit: still coming out with updates and keeping it interesting. Edit: only making edits now to get some shadow crystals.

Best game on the App Store

Yโ€™all should add controller support and have more tournaments more easily available to all the players, including new ones
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User experience

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Reported Bugs

4 issues

Merchant screen not loading

Bug

Opponent turns freezing the game

Bug

Inconsistent card interactions

Bug

Graphical glitches on certain devices

Bug
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Requested Features

5 requests

Improved single-player/offline mode

Feature

More diverse card pool and deck options

Feature

Better sorting/filtering for cards

Feature

Smoother animations and visual effects

Feature

Cross-platform multiplayer support

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FAQ

What is Shadow Era?

Shadow Era is a full-scale, cross-platform collectible trading card game. Players choose a Hero, build decks, and battle against AI or other players in real-time PvP to earn new cards. The game features a generous free-to-play system with server-side saving for progress and cards across all devices.

What are the key features of Shadow Era?

Key features include cross-platform multiplayer PvP battles, nearly 1000 collectible cards with amazing art, a free-to-play Meltdown game mode with weekly prizes, and the ability to view games in progress or replays. Players also receive a free starter deck and can participate in monthly contests to become a card in the game.

Is Shadow Era free to play?

Yes, Shadow Era is completely free to play with no 'pay to win' mechanics. While there are in-app purchases available, the game is designed to be generous for free players, allowing them to earn cards and progress through gameplay. The Meltdown mode also offers great weekly prizes.

What devices is Shadow Era compatible with?

Shadow Era is a cross-platform game, meaning your progress and cards are saved on the server and can be accessed from any device. It offers full support for Retina and iPad displays, indicating compatibility with a range of mobile devices.

How do I learn to play Shadow Era?

You can start your campaign by choosing a Hero and receiving a free starter deck. To learn more about strategies, card lists, and game rules, you can visit the official website at http://www.shadowera.com, which also hosts tutorials and forums.