FIBA launches digital 'card battle game' ahead of World Cup

MANILA, Philippines — In anticipation for the 2019 World Cup in China, FIBA has launched a digital card game for fans to enjoy.

The FIBA Basketball World Cup Card Battle is available on Facebook and Facebook Messenger and will soon be available on WeChat for fans to enjoy.

The game combines elements of head-to-head strategy, basketball knowledge and quick thinking in an action-packed card collection game that offers a highly entertaining and captivating experience.

Players will have the chance to go on quests to earn new cards and assemble a formidable lineup in the World Cup and climb the global leaderboard.

Users will also be able to engage in trades and play against other people in the dynamic card battle.

The card ratings in the game will also be reflecting players' on-court performances in China around the block.

Fans can access the game by searching for the FIBA Basketball World Cup Card Battle game in Facebook and Facebook Messenger.

The FIBA World Cup will tip off tomorrow in Foshan, China.