License the Engine

The proven game engine behind Hunts Wild™ — ready for your theme, your brand, your audience.

License at a Glance

What You Get

A proven card game engine with full source code, simulation models, card & website templates, AI opponents, print vendor contacts, and an instant deployment kit.

What It Costs

Nothing for your first 1,000 games. Then $1 per game up to 100,000. It gets cheaper from there.

What You Keep

Everything you create. Your theme, art, names, branding, domain, and customer relationships are 100% yours. Forever.

Simple, Transparent Pricing

Growing
$1
Per game, 1,001 – 100,000
Scaling
$0.50
Per game, 100,001 – 500,000
At Scale
$0.10
Per game, 500,001+

99.99% of card games fail from the start because they’re missing the 0.01% that really matters. Prove it to yourself for no cost, prove it to thousands for $1, and prove it to millions of players for less than a dime.

What’s in the Box

Game Engine Source Code

The full JavaScript game engine — card logic, game state, turn management, win conditions. Battle-tested since 2007.

AI Opponents

Built-in computer players with multi-level difficulty. Your players can play solo on day one.

Simulation Models

Monte Carlo simulation (Python) to prove your card ratios produce balanced, fun games — before you print a single card.

Website Kit

Complete game website with user accounts, leaderboard, referral system, and mobile PWA. Upload, configure, live.

Card & Print Templates

Poker-size card layouts with bleed, safe area, and print-ready export. Plus box and packaging templates.

Print Vendor Contacts

Vetted US-based print vendors with specs and cost estimates at every volume — from 1 prototype to 10,000 retail copies.

AI-Assisted Design Prompt

A ready-to-use prompt for Claude, ChatGPT, or any AI — describe your theme, get a complete game design in minutes.

Gameplay Analytics

Session tracking, player stats, difficulty modes, and engagement metrics. Understand how your players play.

Your Creative Work Is Yours

You have full creative and business freedom. No approvals needed. No creative restrictions.

“Your private accounting should tend to our simple and incredibly low licensing fees. If you’re doing well, please make sure Cards Wild is appropriately compensated. If not, there’s no risk to you.”
— Cards Wild Licensing Philosophy

How the Engine Works

The Cards Wild engine is a race-and-hazard card game system refined over nearly two decades. Players race to collect five ordered trophies while overcoming hazards and sabotaging opponents. The engine defines:

You provide the theme: card names, art, flavor text, and branding. The engine handles everything else.

Two Ways to Launch

We Host It

Zero operations. Your game lives on our infrastructure. Get a branded *swild.com domain (like fishswild.com) or point your own domain. We handle hosting, updates, and uptime. Live in minutes.

You Own It

Download the turn-key package. Upload to your own hosting (Hostinger, GoDaddy, any PHP/MySQL host). Run the setup wizard. Full control, full independence. Live in 30 minutes.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I sell my game on Amazon, Etsy, or in retail stores?

Yes. You have full distribution freedom. Sell anywhere, any way you want.

Do I keep my intellectual property?

Yes. Your theme, art, card names, copy, branding, and customer relationships are entirely yours. The game engine mechanics remain Cards Wild intellectual property — you’re licensing them, not buying them.

Can I modify the game mechanics?

Yes. You’re free to adapt, modify, and build on the mechanics. Any modifications or derivatives of the engine mechanics remain Cards Wild IP per the license terms. We encourage experimentation — just run the simulation models to make sure your changes produce balanced gameplay.

Do I need approval for my game?

No. Creative freedom is a first principle. You don’t need our approval for your theme, art, marketing, or distribution. We trust you to build something great.

How do I report sales for licensing fees?

Self-reported, honor-based. Your private accounting handles it. We keep things simple and trust-based. If you’re doing well, keep us in the loop. If you’re not, there’s no risk to you.

Can I sublicense the engine to someone else?

Yes. The engine mechanics remain Cards Wild IP through any sublicense chain, but you’re free to sublicense.

What if my game doesn’t sell?

Your first 1,000 games are free. There is no minimum, no upfront cost, and no obligation. If it doesn’t work out, you owe nothing.

Do I need to display “Powered by Cards Wild”?

Yes — a small badge on card backs, your box, and website footer. It’s subtle and professional. We provide the badge kit in multiple formats and sizes.

How fast can I go from idea to a playable game?

An afternoon. Use our AI-assisted design prompt to generate your theme in minutes, test it with simulation models, deploy the website, and order a prototype deck. See the Quickstart Guide →

Ready to Build Your Game?

Start free. Your first 1,000 games cost nothing. From idea to prototype in an afternoon.

Get Started

Engine Overview  •  Quickstart Guide  •  Games Gallery  •  Full License Agreement

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