--- product_id: 463671412 title: "Doomlings Card Game - Base Game (Vintage Edition)" brand: "doomlings" price: "R1137" currency: ZAR in_stock: true reviews_count: 13 url: https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/463671412-doomlings-card-game-base-game-vintage-edition store_origin: ZA region: South Africa --- # 20-45 min fast-paced gameplay 167 unique cards, no duplicates 2-6 players, ages 8+ family-friendly Doomlings Card Game - Base Game (Vintage Edition) **Brand:** doomlings **Price:** R1137 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Summary > 🌍 Survive the end of the world—one card at a time! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** Doomlings Card Game - Base Game (Vintage Edition) by doomlings - **How much does it cost?** R1137 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.co.za](https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/463671412-doomlings-card-game-base-game-vintage-edition) ## Best For - doomlings enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted doomlings brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - • **Quick Setup & Play:** Jump into strategic fun in just 20-45 minutes—perfect for busy game nights or travel. - • **Endless Replayability:** 167 unique cards with distinct abilities keep every game fresh and unpredictable. - • **Inclusive Fun for All Ages:** Designed for 2-6 players, ages 8 and up, making it ideal for families and friend groups. - • **Strategic Yet Easy to Learn:** Balanced gameplay that blends luck and strategy, accessible for beginners but engaging for veterans. - • **Award-Winning & Socially Proven:** Kickstarter sensation with nearly $1M raised and named Teen Vogue’s Best Card Game of 2024. ## Overview Doomlings is a fast-paced, strategic card game featuring 167 unique cards designed for 2-6 players aged 8 and up. With quick setup and 20-45 minutes of gameplay, it’s perfect for families, game nights, and travel. Praised for its replayability and easy-to-learn mechanics, Doomlings has sold over 300,000 copies worldwide and earned Teen Vogue’s Best Card Game of 2024. ## Description On a doomed planet, life fights for survival before the world ends. In this , players build their species with , face , and make to win. Blending , is the perfect card game for . With endless trait combinations, every round is a fresh challenge! Doomlings was born during the pandemic when brothers Justus and Andrew Meyer, both unemployed, turned their passion for card games into reality. Launched on Kickstarter in 2021, it raised nearly $1M, copies worldwide. Named , Doomlings continues to bring gamers and novices together for endless fun. ## Features - How to Play: Doomlings is a fun, strategic, fast-paced card game where you and your friends compete as Doomlings species for dominance on a distant planet! Play cards with unique traits and abilities to build your species and survive the end of the world - Player Specifications: Designed for 2-6 players, ages 8+, making it suitable for adults and kids alike, as well as game night enthusiasts and families who enjoy a good laugh with a healthy dash of strategy - Gameplay Duration and Portability: With a quick setup and 20-45 minutes of gameplay, Doomlings works well for game nights at home, on-the-go fun, or as a gift for card game lovers - What's Included: The Doomlings vintage base game comes with 167 unique cards-no duplicates! Each card has a unique ability, making the game infinitely replayable - Brand Story: Doomlings began on Kickstarter in 2021, created by two brothers who lost their jobs during COVID-19. It raised nearly $1M, became a top Kickstarter success, sold over 300,000 copies worldwide, and was named Teen Vogue's Best Card Game of 2024 - Game Mechanics: Play traits and score points over multiple rounds, known as Ages-each with new twists to test your strategy. Catastrophes bring chaos with effects like stealing or discarding cards as you outplay your rivals before the world ends - Classic Edition Features: Features Holofoil lightning with five Holofoil characters including Heroic, Clever, Eloquence, Endurance, and Scutes, plus one Mystery Holofoil Card and an Official Rulebook in the Holofoil Lightning Box ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | Age Range Description | 8+ | | Asin | B0B8L1CGDR | | Best Sellers Rank | #7,146 in Toys & Games (See Top 100 in Toys & Games) #163 in Dedicated Deck Card Games | | Brand Name | Doomlings | | Color | Multicolor | | Container Type | Pack | | Customer Reviews | 4.7 4.7 out of 5 stars (1,467) 4.7 out of 5 stars | | Edition | Base Game | | Educational Objective | Improve strategic thinking and basic math skills | | Global Trade Identification Number | 00850032125253 | | Grenre | Entertainment, Strategy | | Included Components | 1 Mystery Holofoil, 167 Unique Cards, Official Rulebook | | Indoor Outdoor Usage | Indoor | | Item Dimensions | 6 x 4 x 2 inches | | Item Dimensions L X W | 11"L x 6"W | | Item Display Dimensions | 6 x 4 x 4 x 2 inches | | Item Highlight | Strategy Card Game for Adults, Kids, & Teens, 2-6 Players, Perfect for Families and Travel, Easy to Learn | | Item Type Name | Family Card Game, Strategy Card Game, Collectible Card Game, Fun Board Game, Fun Board Game for Adults | | Item Weight | 1.2 pounds | | Language | English | | Manufacturer | Doomlings | | Manufacturer Part Number | BGZ115926 | | Manufacturer Recommended Age | 8 years and up | | Material Type | Cardboard | | Model Name | Doomlings Card Game (Base Game) | | Model Number | BGZ115926-EU | | Number Of Items | 167 | | Number Of Packs | 1 | | Number Of Players | 2-6 | | Operation Mode | Manual | | Other Special Features Of The Product | Collectible Mystery Holofoil, Whole Family Fun | | Package Quantity | 1 | | Power Source | manual | | Product Style | Family Card Game, Strategy Board Game, Birthday Gift | | Set Name | Base Game | | Size | Base Game - Vintage Edition | | Sub Brand | Doomlings Card Game Lightning Edition | | Subject Character | Doomlings, End of the world card game, Family Game Night, Survival Strategy, Party Game | | Theme | Adventure, Board Game, Card Game, Card Play, Fantasy, Strategy | | Unit Count | 1 Count | | Upc | 850032125253 | ## Images ![Doomlings Card Game - Base Game (Vintage Edition) - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/81FzK0jPB5L.jpg) ![Doomlings Card Game - Base Game (Vintage Edition) - Image 2](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71InRCmIrYL.jpg) ![Doomlings Card Game - Base Game (Vintage Edition) - Image 3](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/81Zyogcd2uL.jpg) ![Doomlings Card Game - Base Game (Vintage Edition) - Image 4](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/81bWJA7ENuL.jpg) ![Doomlings Card Game - Base Game (Vintage Edition) - Image 5](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/816-lL95b0L.jpg) ## Available Options This product comes in different **Size** options. ## Questions & Answers **Q: Is this a good game for just two people?** A: Yes! Doomlings plays just as well for two people as it does for more than two. **Q: Will you ship to APO address ?** A: Yes, our cursory research indicates Amazon will ship to APO addresses, as our game does not include any materials that would prohibit this. **Q: If I got the gold box should I get the other ones too?** A: The First Edition Gold Box contains all five expansions, so you would not expand your content by purchasing the Blackbox Bundle. **Q: If we like the classic game, how can we purchase one or more of the expansion packs without the gold or blackbox bundles?** A: Currently the expansions are sold out. We expect to introduce an Upgrade Pack (which will include all expansion content) in September 2022. ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Worth the money *by on Reviewed in the United States March 15, 2026* Very easy to learn to play. I would compare it to a couple other games I've played like race for the galaxy, or sushi go. You play your cards from your hand into a tableau in front of you where they stay (or can be stolen) Your hand is very dynamic and volitile, whereas the cards that you play and keep (for the most part!) count towards your final score at the end. The cards you play in front of you have various value points to them, and interact with each other to create combo point values. There is some interaction between players, but often the source of anxiety and conflict comes from the ages deck not other players (tho this is possible!). It feels like you're trying to get ahead of your opponents by a lot of luck and some strategy more than direct conflict. Cards are very nice, tho personally I would have liked to see better artwork. Yes the doomlings are cute, but it feels more like they created the artwork to be marketable on t-shirts and stuffed doomlings than for interest in game play. I ordered a couple expansions (yes I thought the game was good enough to get them!) and I'm hoping for a little more variety and artwork from the expansions. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great game *by on Reviewed in the United States July 6, 2026* Absolutely live this game! Easy to learn, funny, interactive and decent game time. Great for large groups. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ You'll hate your friends, in a good way. *by on Reviewed in the United States February 12, 2025* Party games should be easy to pick up and play. Don't get me wrong- there's a place for high-skill card games, but there's also something special about being able to round up a group of friends and jump right into chaos.Doomlings gets this right. The goal is simple: score the most points. Each card (aka trait) has a point value, and most have effects or actions that allow you to score points in other ways, such as having a certain number of blue traits, or stealing your friend's Kidney (yes that's a thing). After everyone makes a move, a new age passes. When you hit three catastrophes, the world ends and you tally your scores.The genius lies in its simplicity. Everything you need is written right on the cards, and you can learn how to play in a matter of minutes. There is a ton of hidden strategy in how you can chain cards together to sabotage your opponents or maximize your own scoring. And when you start to get comfortable, there are several expansions for sale that add new ways to play.But in true party fashion, there's plenty of surprises depending on what cards you draw and what the next age tells you to do, which keeps the game from being dominated by skill gaps. We've had games when the newcomer wins on their first try, and games when our big-brain friend absolutely smokes us!What really makes the game stand out, though, is how much character it has. Each card has its own cute creation and a light-hearted caption. It's clear that the creators put alot of love into this game, and if you get the expansions, you'll appreciate how the art style evolves to fit themes like dinosaurs and mythical beings.Simply put- you need to play this. I've made over 200 custom cards for my collection, so I can confidently say that Doomlings is worth your time! ## Frequently Bought Together - Doomlings - A Delightful Card Game for The End of The World - Best New Strategy Card Game for Adults, Kids, & Teens | 2-6 Players | Perfect for Families and Travel | Easy to Learn (Base Edition) - Doomlings Card Game: Imaginary Ends Expansion Pack: 5-in-1 Set with 127 New Cards, with New Traits and Gameplay - Doomlings Overlush - Mystery Expansion Card Game - 4X Booster Packs (60 Total Gameplay Cards, Including 4X Rare Holofoil Collectibles) | Family, Kids and Adult TCG Party Game | 2-6 Players | Ages 8+ --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/463671412-doomlings-card-game-base-game-vintage-edition](https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/463671412-doomlings-card-game-base-game-vintage-edition) --- *Product available on Desertcart South Africa* *Store origin: ZA* *Last updated: 2026-09-29*