Things You'll Need:
- Required software or account
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Step 1
Download free Internet collectible card games from websites such as the CCG Workshop website (see Resources below). Here you will find both free and pay to play collectible card games with an online server.
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Step 2
Purchase MMPOG, or massive multiplayer online game, software to play some Internet collectible card games. With these systems, access to the entire variety of cards may be granted without the need to purchase virtual cards or powers separately.
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Step 3
Build your deck of virtual cards, which are stored on your chosen collectible card game's server. Depending on the game, these may come with a paid subscription or they may be purchased separately.
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Step 4
Choose the appropriate mix of cards for your deck. These should generally include cards representing both characters and power or strength. You may also wish to collect cards which reflect your resources, though resources are also often expressed in terms of points or tokens.
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Step 5
Join a game with friends you know or join a room hosted by the game system's server. Various Internet collectible card games have rooms specifically designated for beginners as well as established tournament systems in which players may compete for ranking within the virtual world.
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Step 6
Direct your characters or cards in appropriate actions for your chosen game. Depending on the game, you might use powers such as magic spells or artillery to battle other players in this virtual environment.
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Step 7
Expect gameplay to vary for each card game. Several mimic the experience of playing with cards while many have animated sequences, playing out the action chosen by the player.
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Step 8
Win real life or virtual prizes in some Internet collectible card games. Prizes might include real or virtual booster packs of cards or other merchandise related to the game.
