About The Game

Learn how to play, explore the game mechanics, and understand what every symbol and icon means.

Wild Cards - The Animals

Animal Cards feature real species from around the world, each designed to help players learn about wildlife, habitats, and conservation status. You’re bound to discover animals you’ve never seen before—and who knows, one of them might become your new favorite. Every card invites you to explore the natural world and the unique traits that make each species remarkable.


Every basic Wild card has its own holographic counterpart. Holographic cards are less common, with most booster packs typically containing only one holographic pull.

Wild Cards - The Places

Learn about the habitats and locations that support wildlife, from dense rainforests and open oceans to deserts, wetlands, and beyond. Discover Biome Cards featuring both broad ecosystems and specific locations from around the world.


Every card features the iconic Wild TCG logo on its back, inspired by water, life, and biodiversity. A colorful chameleon tail represents the diversity of species found across our planet.

A Story to Every Artwork

From the smallest of insects to the largest of mammals, every species has a chance in the spotlight—showcasing its unique abilities and revealing why even the most overlooked creatures deserve our awe.

  • At the heart of Wild are Special Abilities—biological superpowers inspired by nature and designed to highlight what makes each species extraordinary.

    Understanding why each species is worth preserving begins with understanding what makes each one unique.

  • Spark a lifelong passion for wildlife!

    Discover amazing species and learn real-world science through play.

  • Wild TCG is more than a card game—it’s a growing, community-driven project, and we invite you to help shape its future.

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Species Status

WildGems are the core value system of Wild TCG, representing a card’s rarity, ecological significance, and real-world conservation status.
They define a card’s overall value and importance within gameplay.



Species range from Least Concern to Extinct in the Wild, with each badge reflecting its conservation status using the IUCN Red List color palette. These categories directly influence WildGems, as more threatened species typically hold higher value and greater impact within gameplay.

Population Trends

Population trends are shown using directional arrows: a red left arrow indicates a decreasing population and adds +1 WildGem, while a green right arrow indicates a growing population with no additional WildGems. No arrow represents a stable population, also with no bonus WildGems.

Species Impact Badges


Species Impact Badges” represent each animal’s ecological role and significance within or beyond its ecosystem. Displayed as a stamp in the bottom-right corner of the card frame, these badges affect WildGem value—Apex predators and Keystone species grant bonus WildGems, while Invasive species act as strategic cards used to disrupt an opponent’s ecosystem.

Earned WildGems (Example Cards)

Wildgems are determined by an algorithm that evaluates conservation status, population trends, ecological importance, and rarity—giving each card both collectible value and educational insight.


Below are two examples of how WildGems are earned and calculated.

Blue Wildgems

See a species with blue Wildgems?

It means its conservation status hasn’t been fully studied, therefore it is an educated guess

The Biomes

Species are grouped into 10 broad biomes, creating an easy and immersive way to explore the diversity of life on Earth.

  • Rainforests – Dense forests known for their incredible biodiversity.
  • Marine – The sunlit oceans, seas, and coral reefs of the world.
  • Polar / Tundra / Taiga – Cold environments shaped by ice, snow, and conifer forests.
  • Arid – Deserts and dry regions where species have adapted to harsh conditions.
  • Freshwater – Rivers, lakes, streams, and wetlands that support countless species.
  • Temperate / Deciduous / Chaparral – Seasonal forests, woodlands, and shrublands found across the globe.
  • Coastal – Dynamic habitats where land and sea meet.
  • Subtropical – Warm regions that support a wide variety of plants and animals.
  • Subterranean – Hidden ecosystems found beneath the Earth's surface.
  • The Deep – The dark and mysterious depths of the ocean, home to some of Earth's most unusual creatures.

Classic Mode

Classic Mode blends rarity-based collecting with real-world discovery for an exciting and immersive experience.

Or create your own rules and discover entirely new ways to play!

Anatomy of a Card

Every card is crafted with exceptional attention to detail. And all 1st Edition booster packs are designed to deliver a rewarding experience with no duplicate cards in the same pack.


Each booster pack is intended to be collectible. Preserve the artwork by cutting along the dotted line and storing it in a card binder. Some artwork may never be reprinted.

Shout Outs!

A heartfelt thank you to everyone who helped bring this project to life, especially the photographers who generously contributed images for commercial use or directly for Wild TCG.