Quick answer
Steven Rhodes Games Vol. 2 is a three-game collection from Cryptozoic's Dynomite Games line, sold here as the Kickstarter Version with limited quantities while supplies last. Buy it if you want three easy-to-teach party games with dark retro art in one box; skip it if you mainly want heavy strategy or already own the individual Vol. 2 titles.
What the Kickstarter Version actually gets you
This listing is the Vol. 2 boxed set, not a single game. The product record describes it as three games, funded on Kickstarter in December 2021 and released in Q4 2022, and it is flagged as a limited-quantity Kickstarter Version. That matters because Kickstarter editions can differ from later retail printings, and once this stock is gone, the same version may not return.
The catalog facts also state the design intent directly: games anyone can learn, with enough depth to keep playing. Cryptozoic publishes this through its Dynomite Games sub-brand, the same label behind the Steven Rhodes line. If you have played any Steven Rhodes title before, the teaching time and tone will feel familiar; if this is your first, treat the set as three separate light games rather than one campaign.
The three-game format: how it changes game night
A three-game box solves a specific problem: variety without shelf space. Instead of buying three separate boxes, you get one package to bring to a party, a family gathering, or a casual game night. The trade-off is that you cannot pick and choose which of the three games you want, so the set only makes sense if the overall style appeals to you.
Because the games are designed to be easy to learn, expect short rules explanations and quick rounds rather than long strategic sessions. That makes the box a good fit for mixed groups where not everyone plays hobby games regularly. It is a weaker fit for groups that want a single deep game they can play for hours.
Where the set fits next to other Cryptozoic pickups
If you are already ordering from Cryptozoic, Vol. 2 pairs naturally with smaller add-ons. The DC Deck-Building Game: Injustice dual-layered health tiles and wooden markers are a Kickstarter Exclusive accessory for tracking health and charge, and the Batman Who Laughs coin is a 0.75-inch metallic coin made for Crisis Expansion Pack 5 — Death Metal. Neither is required to enjoy Vol. 2, but they show the pattern: Cryptozoic's Kickstarter extras are often small, specific upgrades for players who already own the matching game.
DC Deck-Building Game: Injustice
For a different kind of two-player experience, DC Deck-Building Game: Rivals – The Flash vs. Reverse-Flash is a head-to-head game where each player uses three unique Character cards with escalating abilities and costs. Vol. 2 is the better choice for a group; Rivals is the better choice for exactly two players who want a duel.
DC Deck-Building Game: Rivals – The Flash vs. Reverse-Flash
What to check before you buy
Confirm you are getting the Kickstarter Version and not a later printing, since the listing calls out limited quantities while supplies last. Check whether your group prefers party-style play or competitive deck-building, because Vol. 2 leans toward the former. If you only want one of the three games, buying the full set may be more than you need.
Finally, verify the player count and run time on the box once it arrives, since those details are not listed in the catalog facts here. Use the printed box information rather than assuming, and plan your first session around the shortest game to teach the group quickly.
Decision rules for buying Steven Rhodes Games Vol. 2
- Buy if you host mixed-skill game nights: The set is built as three easy-to-learn games, so you can teach new players quickly without a long rules session. Best when your group changes often.
- Skip if you want one deep strategy game: Vol. 2 is a collection of light, accessible games rather than a single heavy system. Choose a dedicated strategy title instead.
- Buy the Kickstarter Version now if the edition matters to you: The listing is limited quantities while supplies last, and Kickstarter versions are not guaranteed to be reprinted. Treat it as a time-sensitive purchase.
- Skip if you only want one of the three games: The box bundles all three, so you pay for games you may not play. Check whether the individual titles are available separately.
Product facts
- Steven Rhodes Games Vol. 2 (3 Games: KICKSTARTER VERSION): Kickstarter Version of Steven Rhodes Games Vol. 2, a three-game set funded in December 2021 and released in Q4 2022, with limited quantities while supplies last. You are buying a specific Kickstarter edition of a three-game box, so the value depends on wanting all three games and acting before stock runs out.
- DC Deck-Building Game: Rivals – The Flash vs. Reverse-Flash (KICKSTARTER VERSION): DC Deck-Building Game: Rivals – The Flash vs. Reverse-Flash is a two-player game where each player has three unique Character cards with stronger abilities and higher costs. If your group is usually just two players, this is a more targeted purchase than a three-game party box.
- DC Deck-Building Game: Injustice — 2 Dual-Layered Health Tiles + 4 Wooden Markers (Kickstarter Exclusive): DC Deck-Building Game: Injustice health tiles and wooden markers are a Kickstarter Exclusive accessory with two dual-layered 6 x 4.25-inch tiles and wooden health and charge markers. Only useful if you already own DC Deck-Building Game: Injustice; it is an upgrade, not a standalone game.
Who should buy it
Best for
- Groups of casual players who want several short, easy-to-teach games in one box
- Fans of Steven Rhodes art and the Dynomite Games line who want the Kickstarter Version
- Hosts who want one box to cover a party or family game night
Not for
- Players looking for a single deep strategy game
- Two-player-only households that would get more use from a dedicated duel game
- Buyers who only want one specific title from the set
