Custom card manufacturing

Custom Game Card Manufacturer for Publishers & Brands

Develop game cards, poker cards, bridge cards, tarot decks and educational flash cards around one reviewed specification covering deck count, card stock, printing, finish and packaging.

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Custom game card manufacturer product example with original unbranded artwork
Production information

Specifications

Final construction, artwork and packing requirements are confirmed during project review and sampling.

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Monthly production capacity
1.5M card sets / month
Standard MOQ
1,000 units
Deck configurations
Up to 54 playing cards including two jokers; custom game card projects up to 216 cards per deck
Common card size
63 × 88 mm
Custom size range
From 1.75 × 2.5 in to 3.5 × 5.75 in, subject to production review
Custom shapes
Available after die-line and production review
Prototype lead time
7–10 working days after artwork and specifications are approved
Typical mass-production lead time
25–30 working days after sample and production specifications are approved
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Custom card types

Card formats for tabletop, retail and educational projects.

Each category is developed around its intended use. Card dimensions, deck count and packaging are confirmed before sampling.

Custom printed game card deck with original geometric artwork

Custom Game Cards

Flexible decks for tabletop games, promotional projects and collector-focused products, with individually printed fronts and backs.

Common format: 63 × 88 mm · Custom game decks up to 216 cards
Custom poker playing cards with original unbranded court-card artwork

Poker Cards

Poker-size playing cards for retail, promotional and private-label programs, produced with coordinated faces, backs and packaging.

Standard poker format: 2.5 × 3.5 in
Custom bridge-size playing card deck with original teal card-back design

Bridge Cards

A narrower playing-card format designed for comfortable handling when players hold a larger number of cards.

Standard bridge format: 2.25 × 3.5 in
Custom tarot card deck with original celestial botanical artwork

Tarot Cards

Tall-format tarot, oracle and interpretation decks with custom artwork, premium print effects and coordinated presentation boxes.

Standard tarot format: 70 × 121 mm · 10–160 cards per deck
Custom educational flash cards with original shapes and learning symbols

Educational & Flash Cards

Learning cards for early education, vocabulary, classroom activities and training programs, with size and packing reviewed for the intended user group.

Common formats include 76 × 127, 63 × 88, 102 × 102, 127 × 127, 89 × 140, 102 × 152 and A6 105 × 148 mm
Materials, printing and effects

Select the card build around handling, opacity and presentation.

Game Card Stock Options

  • 300 gsm coated art card
  • 300 gsm China-made blue-core card stock
  • 310 gsm China-made black-core card stock

All three options are available with smooth or linen finish.

Flash Card Materials

  • 250–300 gsm art card / white card
  • Matte lamination
  • Gloss lamination

Material, thickness and lamination are selected according to card size, handling frequency and user age.

Printing

  • CMYK and Pantone color printing
  • Different artwork on individual fronts and backs
  • White, gold and silver ink options
  • Two-sided production artwork review

Finishes & Effects

  • Smooth or linen finish
  • Matte / gloss lamination and varnish
  • Spot UV and metallic or holographic foil
  • Embossing / debossing
  • Colored or metallic gilt edges
  • Rounded, straight or reviewed custom shapes
Packaging options

Build the box around the finished deck.

Available directions include tuck boxes, two-piece rigid boxes, drawer boxes, magnetic book boxes, tins, paper bands, bags and card decks packed inside a complete board game. Dimensions, inserts and finishes are coordinated after the deck specification is approved.

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Custom card and board game packaging options
Prototype and production process

Move from artwork files to an approved card specification.

01

Specification review

Confirm card type, deck count, dimensions, material, finish, packaging and destination market.

02

Artwork & die-line review

Check print files, bleed, color setup, front-and-back alignment and packaging dielines.

03

Digital or physical prototype

Prepare the agreed proof or physical sample for review before production approval.

04

Sample approval

Record the approved construction, artwork and finishing requirements by email.

05

Mass production

Produce the order against the approved sample and confirmed production specification.

06

Inspection, packing & shipment

Complete the agreed quality checks, final packing and shipment preparation.

Custom game card FAQ

Answers before you request a card quotation.

Final technical and compliance requirements are confirmed for each card project.

What is the standard MOQ for custom game cards?

The standard MOQ is 1,000 units. Final quantities and packing requirements are confirmed during project review.

What card types can Scribble Tree manufacture?

Projects can include custom game cards, poker cards, bridge cards, tarot or oracle cards, educational flash cards and other specialty decks. Final specifications are confirmed during project review.

Can every card use different artwork?

Yes. Individual cards can use different approved artwork on the front and back, while shared backs or repeated card groups can also be planned.

What card stocks and finishes are available?

Current game-card options include 300 gsm coated art card, 300 gsm China-made blue-core card stock and 310 gsm China-made black-core card stock. Smooth and linen finishes are available. Flash-card materials are reviewed separately.

Can card size and shape be customized?

Yes. Standard and custom sizes are supported within the reviewed production range, and custom shapes are subject to die-line and production review.

Can custom card boxes be manufactured with the deck?

Yes. Tuck boxes, rigid boxes, drawer boxes, magnetic book boxes, tins and other formats can be reviewed around the approved deck and packing plan.

How long does a custom card prototype take?

Typical prototype lead time is 7–10 working days after artwork and specifications are approved.

What artwork files should be provided?

AI, EPS or print-ready vector PDF files are preferred. Raster artwork should normally be supplied at 300 dpi or higher with the required bleed and color information.

Can cards be packed as part of a complete board game?

Yes. Card decks can be coordinated with game boards, punchboards, booklets, inserts, accessories and the final game box.

Can projects be reviewed for EU, UK and US markets?

Yes. Destination-market requirements should be identified in the project brief so applicable material, testing, labeling and documentation needs can be reviewed before production.

Component-specific inquiry

Send the quantity, specifications and available artwork.

The form is adapted to this product category so the review team receives the details needed for a practical quotation.

Standard production MOQ: 1,000 units per design. Minimum supported quantity: 500 units per design.
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