Solitaire.io Brings Punk Rock to Life with New Augmented Reality Playing Cards

Wales-based digital card game platform Solitaire.io is breaking into the world of physical collectables with the launch of its first-ever printed deck: the Mosh Idols Punk Rock Playing Cards.

Combining classic card game appeal with futuristic technology, the Mosh Idols deck features 52 standard cards (plus Jokers), all designed with a rebellious punk rock twist. Launching on Kickstarter this Tuesday, May 6, the limited-edition deck includes exclusive eXtended Reality (XR) elements that set it apart from anything else on the market.

When viewed through a smartphone camera, each card springs to life through Augmented Reality, allowing the punk rock characters to perform original music right in front of your eyes.

Created with collectors and punk enthusiasts in mind, this unique offering isn’t just a game—it’s a potential future collectible, designed to appeal to fans of both music and immersive tech.

The deck is the brainchild of Solitaire.io founder Gaz Thomas, a creative entrepreneur best known for developing innovative digital card games. With a strong user base from his popular solitaire titles, Thomas is now merging the physical and virtual gaming worlds through a new line of collectible card decks.

Mosh Idols marks the debut of this series, delivering bold punk rock illustrations and interactive XR features for a fully engaging experience.

“We’re excited to offer card collectors a unique experience by combining our passion for gaming with the innovative potential of XR technology,” said Gaz Thomas, Founder of Solitaire.io.

“The Mosh Idols Punk Rock Playing Cards are just the beginning of a new series of collectible decks that bring classic playing cards into the future. Each deck is designed to be a valuable addition to any collection, with original artwork and immersive XR features that allow you to interact with them in new ways.

“Our Kickstarter campaign gives backers the chance to bring these cards to life, and we look forward to seeing how this product is embraced by players and collectors.”

Visual artist Chaz Carter, known for his gritty punk aesthetic, created the deck’s artwork, bringing the anarchic energy of the genre to life on each card.

“Creating the artwork for these cards was a true love letter to the music I grew up on and the culture it kickstarted,” said Chaz Carter.

“I wanted to capture the spirit of the music with equal doses of reverence and playful irreverence. The XR technology adds a whole new layer of interactivity, making the characters feel alive beneath the surface; like they’re waiting to burst out and shred!”

Gaz Thomas is also the founder of Freegames.org, a high-traffic gaming site attracting over five million views each month.

“Our focus with Freegames.org is to offer accessible, free entertainment. Card games have always been a popular staple there and we are having fun jumping deeper in to them with Solitaire.io both in the digital and physical world,” Thomas added.

“Solitaire.io Playing Cards represents an interesting new step for us in to the realm of physical games and collectables.”

The Kickstarter campaign launching May 6 will offer supporters a range of rewards, including two versions of the deck. Backers will also gain early access to future developments and join a growing community of collectors and players shaping the evolution of the brand.

To learn more about the campaign, visit: https://go.solitaire.io/mosh-idols
Try Solitaire.io’s digital card games at: https://solitaire.io/
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