Card-Forge/forge

Card-Forge/forge has 2,879 GitHub stars and 1,225 forks. GitHot measured +4 stars in 24 hours and +18 in 7 days. Last checked 2026-11-04 09:19 UTC. Last push 2026-11-02.

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An unofficial rules engine for the world's greatest card game.

2,879 stars 1,225 forks +4 in 24h

What you can do

🌐 Cross-Platform Support: Play on Windows, Mac, Linux, and Android.
🔧 Extensible Architecture: Built in Java, Forge encourages developers to contribute by adding features and cards.
🎮 Versatile Gameplay: Dive into single-player modes or challenge opponents online!

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README.md

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⚔️ Forge: The Magic: The Gathering Rules Engine

Join the Forge community on Discord!

✨ Introduction

Forge is a dynamic and open-source Rules Engine tailored for Magic: The Gathering enthusiasts. Developed by a community of passionate programmers, Forge allows players to explore the rich universe of MTG through a flexible, engaging platform.

Note: Forge operates independently and is not affiliated with Wizards of the Coast.

🌟 Key Features

🌐 Cross-Platform Support: Play on Windows, Mac, Linux, and Android.
🔧 Extensible Architecture: Built in Java, Forge encourages developers to contribute by adding features and cards.
🎮 Versatile Gameplay: Dive into single-player modes or challenge opponents online!

🛠️ Installation Steps

📥 Desktop

Latest Releases: Download the latest version here.
Snapshot Build: For the latest development version, grab the forge-gui-desktop tarball from our Snapshot Build.
- Tip: Extract to a new folder to prevent version conflicts.
User Data Management: Previous players’ data is preserved during upgrades.
Java Requirement: Ensure you have Java 17 or later installed.

📱 Android

(Note: Android 11 is the minimum requirement with at least 6GB RAM to run smoothly. You need to enable "Install unknown apps" for Forge to initialize and update itself)
Download the APK from the Snapshot Build. On the first launch, Forge will automatically download all necessary assets.

📱 iOS (early stage)

Build the IPA according to Wiki
No jailbreak needed, only developer mode and iOS 16-27
Connect your device to a PC to self-sign and upload the app file, multiple tools exist e.g. Sideloadly

🎮 Modes of Play

Forge offers various exciting gameplay options:

🌍 Adventure Mode

Embark on a thrilling single-player journey where you can:

Explore an overworld map.
Challenge diverse AI opponents.
Collect cards and items to boost your abilities.

🔍 Quest Mode

Engage in focused gameplay without the overworld exploration—perfect for quick sessions!

🤖 AI Formats

Test your skills against AI in multiple formats:

Sealed
Draft
Commander
Cube

For comprehensive gameplay instructions, visit our User Guide.

💬 Support & Community

Need help? Join our vibrant Discord community!

📜 Read the #rules and explore the FAQ.
❓ Ask your questions in the #help channel for assistance.

🤝 Contributing to Forge

We love community contributions! Interested in helping? Check out our Contributing Guidelines for details on how to get started.

ℹ️ About Forge

Forge aims to deliver an immersive and customizable Magic: The Gathering experience for fans around the world.

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📄 License: GPL-3.0