Eight classes. Two thousand cards. Every follower in the game can be Evolved — upgraded mid-combat for increased power and an immediate effect. That single mechanic, present from turn four onward, is what makes Shadowverse distinct from every digital CCG that came before it.

Shadowverse is a digital collectible card game developed by Cygames in which two players reduce each other's Leader to zero using decks built from one of eight classes: Forestcraft, Swordcraft, Runecraft, Dragoncraft, Shadowcraft, Bloodcraft, Havencraft and Portalcraft. Each class has a distinct playstyle and card philosophy. The defining mechanic is Evolve: from turn four onward, each player has a limited number of Evolve points that can transform any follower on the board into a stronger version with an immediate bonus effect. Timing Evolve correctly is the game's primary skill element. The card roster exceeds two thousand and each card features original anime illustration and full voice acting in both Japanese and English. A story mode spans multiple chapters. Ranked ladder progression runs from E to Master with a separate Grand Prix competitive circuit. The game generated over a hundred million dollars in revenue in its first year and spawned a television anime, a physical card game and an ongoing esports scene. A sequel, Shadowverse: Worlds Beyond, was released on 17 June 2025 and runs in parallel with the original game.

Key Features: • Evolve mechanic: upgrade any follower mid-combat from turn four for increased stats and bonus effects • Eight classes each with a distinct playstyle: Forestcraft, Swordcraft, Runecraft, Dragoncraft, Shadowcraft, Bloodcraft, Havencraft and Portalcraft • 2000+ cards with original anime illustration and full voice acting in Japanese and English • Ranked ladder E through Master with Grand Prix competitive circuit and esports scene