New Player Guide
Welcome to the world of KeyForge! Here's a list of common questions that come up often for new players. If you have something to add, send a request.
- What do I need to get started?
To get started playing KeyForge you'll need two things, a deck and a set of tokens. The decks can be found at most game shops as well as online. When starting out, use whatever you have around for tokens. Coins, buttons, crystals, whatever. Official tournament rules disallow dice but if you're just learning the game, dice are fine. Another good way to get started is to buy a starter set, as it will include two decks and all the tokens you will need for two players.
- What set should I buy?
The current set for KeyForge is Worlds Collide, but KeyForge is considered to be an "evergreen" game meaning that in most Organized Play, any set is allowed to enter. So if you see a good deal on an older set and are trying to save some money getting started, that could be a good way to go.
- What are these symbols on my deck list?
On your deck list to the left of the card name you'll have a symbol denoting the card's rarity. To the right will be a symbol denoting if a card is a Maverick (Triangle), Legacy (Diamond), or Anomaly (Lightning Bolt).
- How do I know if my deck is any good?
The best way to determine if your deck is good is to play it! There are multiple online rating systems that will give you some ideas of the quality of the cards in the deck, but no rating system is perfect. (If it were, KeyForge would become a very boring game, very quickly.) Playing through the deck and learning what is good at (and not so good at) is always helpful.
- Can I play KeyForge online?
Not in an official capacity, but you can use The Crucible Online or TableTop Simulator to play Keyforge.
- What are some websites where I can learn more about KeyForge?
In addition to the information here on Archon Arcana, there's a great Geek List on BGG of other resources that you may find helpful.