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An unofficial rules engine for the world's greatest card game.

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Forge is a free and open-source digital collectible card game (CCG) engine written in Java. It is designed to be easy to use and extend, and it comes with a variety of features that make it a great choice for developers who want to create their own CCGs. Forge is used by a number of popular CCGs, including Ascension, Dominion, and Thunderstone.

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⚔️ Forge: The Magic: The Gathering Rules Engine

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✨ Introduction

Forge is a dynamic and open-source Rules Engine tailored for Magic: The Gathering enthusiasts. Developed by a community of passionate programmers, Forge allows players to explore the rich universe of MTG through a flexible, engaging platform.

Note: Forge operates independently and is not affiliated with Wizards of the Coast.


🌟 Key Features

  • 🌐 Cross-Platform Support: Play on Windows, Mac, Linux, and Android.
  • 🔧 Extensible Architecture: Built in Java, Forge encourages developers to contribute by adding features and cards.
  • 🎮 Versatile Gameplay: Dive into single-player modes or challenge opponents online!

🛠️ Installation Guide

📥 Desktop Installation

  1. Latest Releases: Download the latest version here.
  2. Snapshot Build: For the latest development version, grab the forge-gui-desktop tarball from our Snapshot Build.
    • Tip: Extract to a new folder to prevent version conflicts.
  3. User Data Management: Previous players’ data is preserved during upgrades.
  4. Java Requirement: Ensure you have Java 17 or later installed.

📱 Android Installation

  • Download the APK from the Snapshot Build. On the first launch, Forge will automatically download all necessary assets.

🎮 Modes of Play

Forge offers various exciting gameplay options:

🌍 Adventure Mode

Embark on a thrilling single-player journey where you can:

  • Explore an overworld map.
  • Challenge diverse AI opponents.
  • Collect cards and items to boost your abilities.

Adventure Mode

🔍 Quest Modes

Engage in focused gameplay without the overworld exploration—perfect for quick sessions!

🤖 AI Formats

Test your skills against AI in multiple formats:

  • Sealed
  • Draft
  • Commander
  • Cube

For comprehensive gameplay instructions, visit our Gameplay Guide.


💬 Support & Community

Need help? Join our vibrant Discord community!

  • 📜 Read the #rules and explore the FAQ.
  • ❓ Ask your questions in the #help channel for assistance.

🤝 Contributing to Forge

We love community contributions! Interested in helping? Check out our Contributing Guidelines for details on how to get started.


ℹ️ About Forge

Forge aims to deliver an immersive and customizable Magic: The Gathering experience for fans around the world.

📊 Repository Statistics

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⭐ Stars: GitHub stars
🍴 Forks: GitHub forks
👥 Contributors: GitHub contributors

📄 License: GPL-3.0

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