Quick answer
If you already own DC Deck-Building Game: Injustice and want faster, tidier health and charge tracking, the Kickstarter-exclusive dual-layered health tiles with wooden markers are a smart $7.49 upgrade. They replace loose tokens with recessed tracks, so your character's stats stay put between turns. Skip them if you only play casually and don't mind using the base game's tokens.
DC Deck-Building Game: Injustice
Why dual-layered tiles beat loose tokens
Loose cardboard or plastic tokens slide, scatter, and get knocked over. Dual-layered tiles have recessed channels that hold the wooden markers in place, so a bump to the table doesn't erase your health total. The Injustice set gives you two 6" x 4.25" tiles, each with its own track, plus four wooden markers: two for health (green and black) and two for charge (yellow). That's enough for two players to track both stats without sharing a single dial.
The practical benefit is speed. During a tight game, you can glance down and see exactly where you stand instead of counting a pile of tokens. The markers are small (0.25" cubes and cylinders), so they fit neatly in the recessed tracks and don't roll away.
What you actually get and what you don't
This is a component upgrade, not a full game. The package includes only the two health tiles and four wooden markers. You still need DC Deck-Building Game: Injustice to play. There are no character cards, no rulebook, and no storage box. If you're expecting a standalone expansion, look elsewhere.
Because these are Kickstarter-exclusive items, availability is limited. The catalog price is $7.49 compared to a $9.99 comparison price, so the discount is real but modest. If you see them in stock and you own Injustice, it's a low-risk add-on. If you don't own Injustice, these tiles won't do anything for you.
How the tiles fit with other Injustice upgrades
The health tiles solve one problem: tracking health and charge. They don't organize your deck or protect your cards. If you want a full table presence upgrade, pair them with the DC Deck-Building Game: Injustice Playmat (Gen Con Exclusive). The playmat measures 29.5" x 16.5" and features original art by Well-Bee, so it defines your play area and keeps cards from sliding on bare tables. The tiles sit on top of the mat without issue.
For a different kind of upgrade, consider the DC Deck-Building Game: The Batman Who Laughs Coin. That 0.75" metallic coin is designed for Crisis Expansion Pack 5 — Death Metal, not Injustice, so it won't replace your health tiles. It's a storyline tracker for a different product. Don't buy it expecting it to work with Injustice; buy it if you own that specific expansion.
When to choose a different DC deck-building game
If you're still deciding which DC deck-building game to invest in, the Injustice health tiles are a poor starting point because they require the base game. A better first purchase is a standalone set like DC Deck-Building Game: Rivals – The Flash vs. Reverse-Flash (Kickstarter Version). That's a two-player showdown with three unique character cards per player, and it plays without any other product. It's a complete experience for $23.09, and it's a stronger entry point if you want competitive head-to-head play.
DC Deck-Building Game: Rivals – The Flash vs. Reverse-Flash
In short: buy the health tiles if you already love Injustice and want smoother tracking. Buy Rivals if you want a self-contained game. Buy both only if you have a regular group that plays multiple DC deck-building titles.
Decision rules for buying Injustice health tiles
- You already own Injustice and play at least monthly: The dual-layered tiles and wooden markers cut tracking time and prevent accidental stat changes. At $7.49, they pay for themselves in convenience. Buy them.
- You own Injustice but play once or twice a year: The base game's tokens work fine for occasional play. The upgrade is nice but not necessary. Skip unless you find them on sale.
- You don't own Injustice yet: These tiles require the base game. Put your money toward a standalone set like Rivals – The Flash vs. Reverse-Flash instead. Buy Rivals first.
- You want a full table upgrade: Pair the health tiles with the Injustice playmat for a consistent play area. The mat and tiles are designed for the same game. Buy both if you have the budget.
Key product facts
- DC Deck-Building Game: Injustice — 2 Dual-Layered Health Tiles + 4 Wooden Markers (Kickstarter Exclusive): 2 dual-layered health track tiles (6" x 4.25" each), 2 wooden health markers (green, black), and 2 wooden charge markers (yellow). Gives two players separate, recessed tracks so health and charge don't get mixed up or knocked out of place.
- DC Deck-Building Game: Injustice Playmat (Gen Con Exclusive): 29.5" x 16.5" playmat designed for DC Deck-Building Game: Injustice, with original artwork by Well-Bee. Defines your play area and keeps cards and tiles from sliding, especially on smooth tables.
- DC Deck-Building Game: Rivals – The Flash vs. Reverse-Flash (KICKSTARTER VERSION): DC Deck-Building Game: Rivals – The Flash vs. Reverse-Flash is a standalone two-player game with three unique character cards per player. A complete alternative if you don't own Injustice or want a self-contained competitive game.
Who should buy the Injustice health tiles
Best for
- Players who own DC Deck-Building Game: Injustice and want faster, cleaner tracking.
- Groups that play multiple sessions and value durable, recessed components.
- Collectors of Kickstarter-exclusive DC deck-building game accessories.
Not for
- Anyone who doesn't own DC Deck-Building Game: Injustice.
- Players who prefer using the base game's tokens and don't mind loose pieces.
- Shoppers looking for a standalone game or a full expansion.
