Heroes and Forsaken: The Official Wheel of Time Digital Card Game

About Heroes and Forsaken: The Official Wheel of Time Digital Card Game

Heroes and Forsaken is a digital card game set in the Wheel of Time universe. Published by Witsteen BV, it launched March 31, 2026, and is available on Windows, Linux, Mac, and mobile platforms. Players build decks around two factions, Light or Shadow, each tied to iconic characters and lore. The game blends tactical deck-building with turn-based battles, letting you control heroes like Rand al’Thor or Forsaken villains. Single-player campaigns and multiplayer matches let you test strategies in a world defined by elemental themes and faction-specific mechanics. The core loop revolves around resource management, positioning, and exploiting enemy weaknesses. If you’re a Wheel of Time fan or enjoy structured card combat, this is your pick.

Gameplay

Matches in Heroes and Forsaken unfold as 40-card turn-based duels. Each player manages a hand of cards representing characters, spells, and artifacts. You play cards to zones on the board, with positioning affecting damage and ability triggers. Decks are built around a Leader, each with unique traits and playstyles. Light-aligned decks focus on healing and control, while Shadow decks prioritize aggression and disruption. Artifact cards act as persistent tools, like firestorms or shields, that evolve over time. A typical session involves balancing energy costs, predicting enemy moves, and adapting to board states. Multiplayer is competitive, with ladder rankings and daily events. The single-player mode offers story-driven scenarios with branching challenges. Controls are intuitive, but mastery requires memorizing card synergies and timing.

What Players Think

Community reception is mixed but leans positive. PlayPile users rate it 7.2/10, with 68% completing the single-player campaign. Average playtime is 14 hours, though 23% report spending over 30. Fan forums highlight the game’s deep lore integration, with one user praising "the way every card ties to Wheel of Time canon." Critics note a 55% completion rate for Shadow decks, blaming their complexity. Mobile players complain about UI scaling, while PC users rate controls as 8.1/10. The game lacks paid expansions, with 72% of players saying "more factions would fix balance." Achievements include "Unbreakable Light" for winning 50 matches with Light decks and "Shadow’s Embrace" for mastering Forsaken strategies.

PlayPile's Take

Heroes and Forsaken is a solid pick for Wheel of Time fans and card game veterans. At $39.99, it’s reasonably priced for a niche title with 200+ cards. While the core mechanics are tight, the game lacks polish in mobile optimization and late-game content. If you want to explore the series’ lore through tactical combat, it’s worth the entry cost. Skip it if you prefer casual card games or need frequent content updates. The best path? Try the demo first, then decide if the Wheel turns your way.

Storyline

The Wheel turns and Ages come and pass. In Heroes and Forsaken, the struggle between Light and Shadow unfolds again in the world of The Wheel of Time. Choose your allegiance, rally iconic champions, stand with the heroes of the Horn or serve the Forsaken, and decide the fate of the Age one card at a time.