Just because something is popular doesn't mean it's good. Extreme popularity, on the other hand, is undeniably indicative of some genuine attraction. The 40 most popular decks of cards on Kickstarter will be examined over two pieces. These are the most popular custom decks that have been crowdfunded on our site over the last decade, making this an effective "greatest hits" collection.
Many people were surprised by how successful Kickstarter has been when it first became a viable platform for financing around 2009. As of early June 2021, approximately $6 billion has been contributed to over 200 thousand projects on Kickstarter, according official statistics. That's a 6 followed by 9 0's in case you were wondering. As a result of Kickstarter, approximately six thousand separate campaigns have successfully raised over one million dollars by famous playing card printer companies and card manufactured. . That goal was reached with the support of roughly 20 million backers who contributed more than $70 million.
The Wind's Name Art Deck
In no little measure, the fact that this Kickstarter campaign was inspired by Patrick Rothfuss's best-selling book of the same name contributed to its phenomenal success. The project, which included fantasy artist Echo Chernik, was approved by him. The Name of the Wind is the first book in Rothfuss' Kingkiller Chronicles series, and its characters were included on this deck. Illustrations on the cards were bright and traditional in design. Those who were already invested in the series, as well as those who like playing cards in general, will have no trouble understanding why this became such a smash hit.
As the Wind Turns:
Surprisingly (or maybe not), the second-place deck also originates from the same source material and dates all the way back to 2013. Albino Dragon, however, is a publisher that focuses on licenced playing cards and is responsible for a large number of beautiful bespoke decks, so you know they did a good job with this one too. Fantastic artwork from a different artist than what will become the Art Deck. A staggering 11,334 supporters make this initiative stand out, more than any other deck in our top 40 list. Like the last endeavour, its success may be attributed to the fact that it was based on a popular book and had the full backing of its creator.
MINT 2
Asad Chaudhry is the face of 52Kards, and he's a well-known YouTuber known for his years of delivering informative magic instructional. Having gained over a million followers, he now has a sizable audience from which to sell his own decks. After the success of his first MINT deck, he decided to tackle this new endeavour. Its back design was visually pleasing, and it had a sophisticated coded marking system, making it a desirable option for magicians in need of a high-quality marked deck. The second instalment of the MINT series included updated visuals as well as brand-new hues including Blueberry Mint, Cucumber Mint, and a limited edition Frost Mint.
In Jerry's Nugget
There is an air of mystery about the narrative of the famous Jerry's Nugget decks. These classic boards first hit the market in the early '70s. Due to its widespread acclaim over the last several decades, an original deck may fetch upwards of $500 today. Card players all around the world have lauded the renowned playability of this special stock. The Jerry's Nugget Casino and the Expert Playing Card Company collaborated to reissue them for current collectors in a variety of colours, including the classic blue and red as well as many other tones made from modern material.
The Ocean's Proverbial Teardrop
In the field of playing cards, Lorenzo Gaggiotti is better known by the alias Stockholm17. He is one of the graphic designers who is in highest demand in the business. His earlier decks have won awards and accolades from many organisations within the playing card business. It is possible that this most recent endeavour, which just finished its funding in May 2021, is his best effort to date. The artwork on the playing cards is really one of a kind, and the tuck box is unlike anything we've ever seen before. In addition to that, it includes a book, a metal astrolabe, and a riddle to solve inside the game itself.