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Netrunner

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description Netrunner Overview

Netrunner is an asymmetric cyberpunk collectible card game designed by Richard Garfield and published by Wizards of the Coast in 1996. One player controls a corporation protecting servers and agendas, while the other plays a runner attempting to penetrate those defenses, giving the two sides different cards, actions, and objectives. Its bluffing and hidden-information systems distinguish it from conventionally mirrored card games. Fantasy Flight Games later reworked the design as Android: Netrunner in 2012.

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Who originally designed the 'Netrunner' card game?

'Netrunner' is an asymmetric cyberpunk collectible card game originally designed by Richard Garfield. It was officially published by Wizards of the Coast in 1996.

How does the gameplay in 'Netrunner' work?

The game is designed for exactly two players, with one controlling a corporation and the other playing a runner. The corporation tries to protect their servers and agendas, while the runner attempts to hack into those defenses.

What genre is the 'Netrunner' card game set in?

'Netrunner' is heavily rooted in the cyberpunk genre, featuring hackers battling powerful megacorporations. The original 1996 release was actually based on the 'Cyberpunk' role-playing game system created by Mike Pondsmith.

When was the original 'Netrunner' collectible card game released?

Richard Garfield's original 'Netrunner' collectible card game was officially published in 1996. It was released by Wizards of the Coast, the same company responsible for 'Magic: The Gathering.'

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