Solitaire.io, the innovative online card game platform founded by Welsh creative entrepreneur Gaz Thomas, is launching a bold new physical product: Mosh Idols Punk Rock Playing Cards.
Backers of the Kickstarter campaign, which is now live, will receive a punk-themed deck of playing cards enhanced by eXtended Reality (XR) features. When viewed through a phone camera, the cards come to life, with rockstar characters performing original music and offering interactive games.
Designed for collectors and punk rock fans, the limited-edition deck features 52 classic cards (plus Jokers), with original artwork by acclaimed designer Chaz Carter. “Creating the artwork for these cards was a true love letter to the music I grew up on and the culture it kickstarted,” Carter said. “The XR technology makes the characters feel like they’re waiting to burst out and shred.”
This is the first in a new series of collectable decks from Solitaire.io that blend physical cards’ tactile appeal with digital technology’s creative potential.
Gaz Thomas, (pictured) who also runs the popular platform Freegames.org (with over five million monthly page views), developed Solitaire.io to reimagine digital solitaire for new audiences. His move into physical products builds on that momentum: “We’re excited to offer collectors and card game fans something genuinely unique. These are playable, functional cards, but also something more. With original punk-inspired designs and augmented reality features, they open up a playful new experience.”
Solitaire.io’s recent growth has been partly supported by the Accelerated Growth Programme Start-Up Accelerator, a Business Wales initiative Thomas joined in 2024. “The accelerator gave me the confidence and practical tools to think bigger,” he said. “It helped shape the strategy behind this Kickstarter and has played a key role in our ability to launch products that bridge digital and physical worlds.”
The Kickstarter will offer supporters a chance to choose between two versions of the deck, with additional rewards and exclusive content available. Backers will also become part of the Solitaire.io community, helping shape the future of its collectable card line.