The Dark Crystal is an absolute classic. Debuting in 1982 and directed by Jim Henson and Frank Oz, the puppet-filled adventure story is not only visually intriguing, but also a fascinating work that drew on hundreds of different skills and showcased the craft of puppetry in a way never seen before.
While the film didn't perform well financially at the box office, it's since grown into a cult hit, referenced constantly by Henson fans over 40 years later. Now it's coming back in game form. Thanks to a new Zatu listing, The Dark Crystal is set for a return very soon.
Although no release date is set yet, card game studio River Horse is distributing The Dark Crystal: The Card Game, a new trick-taking experiencebilled for families and fans alike. For a spry $15, you'll get 80 tarot-sized cards, plus the rules (including advanced rules to make the game a bit more complicated).
Here's what you'll get from the game: "Pit your skills against your friends and family in the Dark Crystal Card Game. The tarot-size cards are beautifully illustrated, based on beloved designs by Jim Henson and Brian Froud. Each player must choose carefully which cards...
