Lazarus Rising Games Inks Licensing Deals

By August Tales

LRG Strikes Licensing Deals with Top Cow Productions, Inc. and Edgar Rice Burroughs, Inc.

Today, major players are buzzing over Lazarus Rising Games’ (LRG), the upcoming revamp to the 90’s legendary card game, OverPower. The revered game aims for a grand revival in late 2024. Powerhouse companies, Top Cow and Edgar Rice Burroughs, Inc. have set a partnership with LRG for the inclusion of their flagship characters. This will feature the likes of Witchblade, Darkness, Cyberforce, Tarzan of the Apes® and John Carter of Mars®.

Legendary Card Game OverPower Poised to Return

LRG aims to restore OverPower to its rightful, classic glory with their licensing deals. Formerly known as BMG & Associates, the core ownership of LRG involves successful professionals who grew up playing OverPower. They seek to place OverPower back at the core of the collectible card game market’s resurgence, winging in both old and prospective players. The new game rules promise smooth play, along with stunning artwork from top illustrators.

Reimagining OverPower: A Player’s Game to the Core

“Players making a game for players,” this is how Ronald Pozzi, co-founder and president of LRG, described it. They aim to create an authentic OverPower experience that appeals to players both old and new. The aim is to outshine the game’s previous standing while targeting an even greater spotlight. To bolster OverPower’s presence, the globally renowned Cartamundi will be taking charge of manufacturing the cards.

Assembling the Perfect Team and Plot for Overpower’s Revival

Adding substance to his company’s drive to reignite OverPower’s previous flame, Joseph Gagnepain, LRG’s co-founder and CEO, says they aim at satisfying the expectations of long-standing fans while inviting newbies to this unique experience. Notably, they have also scored a licensing deal with Top Cow, focusing on characters from their popular roster including Witchblade, Darkness, Cyberforce among others.

Thoughts from the Giants in the Game

Marc Silvestri, the founder & CEO of Top Cow, expressed his excitement over the relaunch of characters like Witchblade, Darkness, and Stryker, and assured that OverPower is on the right track. Matt Hawkins, the COO of the brand and an avid tabletop gamer, concurred, mentioning that the designs indeed captured the nostalgic feel it promises.

What’s in Store for OverPower’s Future?

LRG plans to debut many new aspects of OverPower, including offering two new sets earlier this year. A plethora of new material is also in the works for late 2025, with wide speculation on collaborations with more popular IPs. On the retail side, Doug Simms, owner of Heroes and Games, was optimistically impressed by the new OverPower set.

About Top Cow Productions, Inc.

Based in Los Angeles, this entertainment company boasts a track record of 20 franchises in the industry’s Top 10, seven at #1. Delivering its comic books to over 55 different countries, Top Cow is a force in the industry, offering their products on various digital platforms.

About Edgar Rice Burroughs, Inc.

The firm is respected as the creator of unparalleled timeless tales and characters. With estimations of sales in the hundreds of millions for Burroughs’ books, their enormous commercial success has led to a whopping 60 films and 250 television episodes.

About Lazarus Rising Games

LRG was formed by five OverPower lovers united by a passionate dedication for crafting engaging gaming experiences. Adding to their strong credibility is a hefty experience of game designing, skill development, and strategic thinking that LRG brings to the table. Their passion is driven by the potential of technology and creativity, writing the next chapter of the OverPower saga.