Battlestar Galactica CCG from WizKids

WizKids has announced plans to publish a Battlestar Galactica collectible card game (CCG) based on the current Sci Fi Channel television series. "We couldn't be happier to add our tradition of innovative gaming to one of the hottest science fiction properties available," said Mike Samora, vice president of sales and marketing at WizKids, in a press release. "The success of the television show has introduced a new generation to the Battlestar Galactica story, and a game is the natural expansion of that introduction."

The Battlestar Galactica CCG, scheduled for release in early 2006, features characters, ships and familiar scenes from the miniseries and television show.

According to the press release, gameplay will mirror the intrigue of the series: Players won’t know whom to trust, who the Cylon agents are or where the next attack will come from. Players will battle for ownership of resources and influence in order to control the fleet.