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Introduction
In this write-up, we won’t be covering every specific detail about Shadowverse: Worlds Beyond. Instead, our goal is to provide insights, tips, and tricks for beginners who plan to download and try out the game when it launches. Many new players—especially those unfamiliar with digital CCGs—often find themselves struggling after completing the tutorial. Getting stuck in low ranks and losing repeatedly isn’t fun.
That’s why we’re here: to offer guidance that helps you avoid common pitfalls and improve your overall Shadowverse: Worlds Beyond experience as your journey progresses. Let’s get started!
Story Mode
After downloading the game, jump into the Battle Tutorial. It introduces and teaches you the game's basics. Even if you're an experienced card game player, it's a good idea to play through it; the game has unique core gameplay mechanics you'll want to understand. After that, you would want to play Story mode.
The story begins quite gently, slowly increasing in difficulty as you progress. Most beginner rewards in Shadowverse: Worlds Beyond come from single-player content and achievements. Story mode offers lots of in-game currencies, but the rewards are spread across many chapters. Practice battles are quicker—defeat all AI opponents for more in-game currencies. Achievements also give rewards, mainly from leveling each class through PvP, ranking up, and playing private matches.
Don't Spread Your Resources Too Thin
When it comes to deck building, it’s best to focus on one strong deck rather than trying to build everything at once. Start by looking up a top-tier deck and work toward crafting it—playing optimized decks will help you understand what makes a deck work. Avoid crafting too many random cards, as vials (used to craft cards) are limited, as mentioned in our earlier guide.
If you want to build your own deck, pick a clear theme, define your win condition, and choose the cards that support it. Just keep in mind this takes time, testing, and losing to well-built decks before it pays off. As a new player with a small collection, your room for experimentation is limited. It’s better to wait a few weeks, then check out our updated tier list and deck guides.
Include Card Draws in Your Decks
One useful tips and tricks for beginners is to learn about card advantage. Generally, card draw, important in ANY collectible card games and Shadowverse: Worlds Beyond is no exception. This is because card advantage gives players more options and resources each turn. The more cards you have, the better your chances of finding the right answers, threats, or combos.
This helps you maintain pressure, recover from setbacks, and outvalue your opponent over time. In most games, the player who draws more cards can often control the pace and flow of the match.
The Mulligan
Understanding how to mulligan effectively is one of the most underrated skills in Shadowverse, yet it can drastically improve win consistency. A proper mulligan helps align your starting hand with your deck’s early game plan, allowing smoother development and better tempo.
Whether you play Aggro, Control, or Ramp, recognizing the ideal opening cards and adjusting based on your strategy is crucial. The goal is not just to avoid bad hands, but to increase the chances of drawing cards that help execute your game plan efficiently. If your hand doesn't support your strategy from turn one, you risk falling behind even before the match begins.
Improving your mulligan decisions starts with knowing your deck and understanding matchups across different classes and archetypes. Consider whether you're going first or second and anticipate your opponent's strategy to guide your choices. When facing Aggro, you may want to prioritize defensive plays, while against Ramp, faster pressure could be more effective.
While bad hands are inevitable, it’s important to focus on probability and consistency rather than rare negative outcomes. Over time, better mulligan habits lead to stronger starts, more consistent plays, and increased win rates overall. Think of every mulligan as a chance to tilt the odds just slightly in your favor.
Final Tip
It’s also a good idea to have a general understanding of what each class does in Shadowverse: Worlds Beyond. Check out the class descriptions below:
With this information, we hope you'll be able to choose a class that complements your playstyle and interests. After the game launches, we'll be publishing guides on specific decks as well as a New Player Guide to help you get started smoothly and confidently. So be sure to bookmark our website and stay tuned for future updates. Thanks for reading our beginners tips and tricks before the game launches!
