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WizKids produces both licensed and first-party games. Many of the games WizKids utilize include patented elements like the [[Wikipedia:Combat Dial System|Combat Dial System]]. WizKids produces both physical items, like [[Wikipedia:HeroClix|HeroClix]], as well as digital transliterations, like [[Wikipedia:Quarriors!|Quarriors!]] for IOS. |
WizKids produces both licensed and first-party games. Many of the games WizKids utilize include patented elements like the [[Wikipedia:Combat Dial System|Combat Dial System]]. WizKids produces both physical items, like [[Wikipedia:HeroClix|HeroClix]], as well as digital transliterations, like [[Wikipedia:Quarriors!|Quarriors!]] for IOS. |
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+ | WizKids is best known for its collectible miniatures games (or CMGs) ''Mage Knight'', ''HeroClix'', ''MechWarrior'' and ''HorrorClix'', all of which made use of the company's [[Wikipedia:Clix (miniatures)|Clix]] system, in which the changing combat statistics and abilities of each figure are indicated by a turnable dial inside the base underneath the figure. |
In July 2004, WizKids created a new product category with the release of their first [[Wikipedia:constructible strategy game|constructible strategy game]] (or CSG), ''Pirates Constructible Strategy Game'', featuring miniature ships assembled from pieces punched out of styrene cards. In 2005, WizKids released their first [[Trading card game|collectible card game]], ''High Stakes Drifter'', which was discontinued after its initial set. In May 2006, they released their second CCG, a licensed ''Battlestar Galactica Collectable Card Game''. WizKids in 2005 also entered the board game market with a.o. ''Pirates: Quest For Davy Jones' Gold]''. |
In July 2004, WizKids created a new product category with the release of their first [[Wikipedia:constructible strategy game|constructible strategy game]] (or CSG), ''Pirates Constructible Strategy Game'', featuring miniature ships assembled from pieces punched out of styrene cards. In 2005, WizKids released their first [[Trading card game|collectible card game]], ''High Stakes Drifter'', which was discontinued after its initial set. In May 2006, they released their second CCG, a licensed ''Battlestar Galactica Collectable Card Game''. WizKids in 2005 also entered the board game market with a.o. ''Pirates: Quest For Davy Jones' Gold]''. |
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Revision as of 06:33, 18 February 2018
WizKids is an American company based in New Jersey that made its mark in the game industry producing collectible miniatures wargames. WizKids was purchased by and is a subsidiary of National Entertainment Collectibles Association. It advertises as the leader in high-quality pre-painted miniatures and established board games.
Products
WizKids produces both licensed and first-party games. Many of the games WizKids utilize include patented elements like the Combat Dial System. WizKids produces both physical items, like HeroClix, as well as digital transliterations, like Quarriors! for IOS.
WizKids is best known for its collectible miniatures games (or CMGs) Mage Knight, HeroClix, MechWarrior and HorrorClix, all of which made use of the company's Clix system, in which the changing combat statistics and abilities of each figure are indicated by a turnable dial inside the base underneath the figure.
In July 2004, WizKids created a new product category with the release of their first constructible strategy game (or CSG), Pirates Constructible Strategy Game, featuring miniature ships assembled from pieces punched out of styrene cards. In 2005, WizKids released their first collectible card game, High Stakes Drifter, which was discontinued after its initial set. In May 2006, they released their second CCG, a licensed Battlestar Galactica Collectable Card Game. WizKids in 2005 also entered the board game market with a.o. Pirates: Quest For Davy Jones' Gold].
Magic: the Gathering
On November 14, 2017, WizKids revealed plans for an upcoming miniatures line and board game featuring Magic: The Gathering.[1] This new IP extended WizKids’ existing licensing partnership with Wizards of the Coast, which already included Dungeons & Dragons. The new miniatures line and board game are set to release in Fall 2018.
Miniatures
The initial pre-painted sculpted miniatures will focus on token creature card favorites, "adding a premium touch to the player’s table top experience".[1]
Board game
The board game Heroes of Dominaria will pull from the original trading card lore.[1] Players will play as Planeswalkers, exploring the landscape of Dominaria as they establish connections to their mana sources, gathering power before their opponents do and building their hand of spell cards.