Clash of Clans is taking a bold new step in its multimedia expansion with Supercell and Maestro Media collaborating to create an official tabletop game based on the hit mobile strategy title, titled Clash of Clans: The Epic Raid. A Kickstarter campaign is scheduled to launch this month, offering fans early pledge rewards such as an exclusive miniature of the iconic Golden Barbarian King.
For seasoned tabletop enthusiasts, Maestro Media is well-known as the team behind Hello Kitty: Day at the Park and The Binding of Isaac: Four Souls. Additionally, designers Eric M. Lang and Ken Gruhl are involved, bringing experience from projects like Star Wars: The Card Game and XCOM: The Board Game.
The latter title may offer clues about what to expect from the upcoming Clash of Clans tabletop adaptation. XCOM: The Board Game featured a dedicated app to manage random events and alien actions—a mechanic that could suit Clash of Clans perfectly.
Bringing Clash to the TabletopThis move into multimedia is not entirely new for Clash of Clans, which has previously collaborated with major entertainment brands like the WWE and is reportedly in early stages of film development. A board game represents a smaller—yet still meaningful—next step.
Many fans will be curious to see how the game translates the core Clash of Clans experience to the tabletop. Will it closely follow the original mechanics, introduce innovative twists, or deliver something completely unexpected? Only time will tell.
If you're looking for something to enjoy while you wait, and want a break from the excitement of Clash of Clans, check out our latest roundup of the top five new mobile games to try this week.