Welcome to the fantastical wasteland where card games suddenly become way too interesting, thanks to *Eternal*! This collectible card game moves at about the same breakneck pace as your best friend's tales about that one time they won a contest by sheer luck. With the charm of magic-infused battlegrounds and a sprinkle of humor, let's dive into a world teeming with card-based chaos, fantastic factions, and at least ten different ways to confuse your dad when he asks how your game works.
At its core, *Eternal* is like chess, but infinitely more colorful and you can summon magical creatures to fight for you instead of just sitting in an awkward silence with your opponent. The game operates on the standard premise of reducing your opponent's health from 25 to zero. You're poised on the battlefield with an arsenal of cards, making strategic plays that can turn the tide of battle faster than you can say, "What card did I just pull?" Each deck is a carefully curated collection of odes to your card-slinging ambitions. There are five types of cards: Power cards that fuel your magic-fueled madness, Unit cards that resemble your social circle if they were enchanted creatures (and let's be honest, they probably would be), Attachment cards to buff your units like they hit the gym, Spell cards for immediate spell-flinging gratification, and Sites that act like little magic fortresses that can sustain an ongoing battle (and some massively confusing combos). Gameplay offers various modes: ranked matches for the serious competitor, casual for those who want to play leisurely (and pretend they're not sweating on the inside), and Expedition for the deck-slinging daredevils looking to show off their ingenuity. There's also a treasure trove of solo content that serves as a sandbox for practicing your mad magician powers. And did I mention puzzles? They're like mini brain-teasers mixed with magic to mold you into the ultimate card-slinging champion! New players can revel in the base campaign, *The Empty Throne*, acting as your introduction to the elegant chaos that awaits. It's like training wheels but for grown-ups - fun for everyone involved!
Let's talk aesthetic: imagine if a vibrant comic book decided to marry fantasy and had a child that glowed with pixelated charm. The art in *Eternal* blooms with dazzling colors, bringing characters to life in a way that will make you exclaim, 'This looks awesome!' more than once. Character art packs a whimsical punch that intrigues while the UI is sleek enough to make navigating through menus feel like a breeze. Card animations peppered throughout battles lend a satisfying sense of fluidity; it's like watching a culinary masterpiece come together, only minus the kitchen fire hazard. And let's not forget the rich card illustrations filled with excitement that look like they were crafted by wizards in a visually stimulating dream.
*Eternal* is quite the card-crunching experience, delivering intense competitive gameplay wrapped in a gorgeous package. It successfully lures you into its vibrant realm, where strategy becomes your best friend and the thrill of victory keeps the adrenaline pumping. Did I mention it's free-to-play, too? I'd say this game is worth every minute of that time you'd otherwise waste scrolling through social media. In conclusion, if you're an 18-year-old looking to kick some digital butt while conjuring creatures, spells, and a surprisingly fun narrative, *Eternal* is your go-to game. So grab your Switch, dust off your magical instincts, and get ready to unleash chaos - or at least win a few matches while looking incredibly cool doing it!