Like in any other card strategy game, in Marvel Snap the deck that you choose to play always matters. You can reach a high rank even being not so skilled if you use a high-tier deck. At first, though, you only get a few cards, meaning you'll need to use the best pool 1 decks in Marvel Snap.
Given the way the collection works, it can be very hard to make a powerful deck as a beginner. In this guide, you will find out about the best Marvel Snap decks for pool 1.
And since you're playing Marvel Snap, make sure to check our guide on how to discard cards in this game. Also, here is our guide on the best items to buy for gold in Marvel Snap.
Best Pool 1 Decks in Marvel Snap
When you're under Level 214, the problem of having a lack of cards can feel hugely damaging. It might feel like you can't make a high-tier deck simply because your collection isn't up to scratch. And the only solution to such a complex situation is to find some alternatives to top-tier combinations among pool 1 decks. So, continue reading the guide to find out what decks you can use at the beginning of Marvel Snap.
Aggro-Spam Deck
# (1) Ant Man
# (1) Squirrel Girl
# (1) Mantis
# (1) Nightcrawler
# (2) Sentinel
# (3) Ironheart
# (3) Wolfsbane
# (3) Captain America
# (4) Ka-Zar
# (5) Iron Man
# (5) Blue Marvel
# (5) Gamora
Deck Code: eyJDYXJkcyI6W3siQ2FyZERlZklkIjoiQW50TWFuIn0seyJDYXJkRGVmSWQiOiJTcXVpcnJlbEdpcmwifSx7IkNhcmREZWZJZCI6Ik1hbnRpcyJ9LHsiQ2FyZERlZklkIjoiTmlnaHRjcmF3bGVyIn0seyJDYXJkRGVmSWQiOiJTZW50aW5lbCJ9LHsiQ2FyZERlZklkIjoiV29sZnNiYW5lIn0seyJDYXJkRGVmSWQiOiJDYXB0YWluQW1lcmljYSJ9LHsiQ2FyZERlZklkIjoiSXJvbmhlYXJ0In0seyJDYXJkRGVmSWQiOiJLYVphciJ9LHsiQ2FyZERlZklkIjoiSXJvbk1hbiJ9LHsiQ2FyZERlZklkIjoiQmx1ZU1hcnZlbCJ9LHsiQ2FyZERlZklkIjoiR2Ftb3JhIn1dfQ==
To use this deck, copy it to your clipboard and paste it from the deck editing menu in Snap.
The foremost thing you should know is that aggressive decks are perfect for beginners. They have a low skill bar. Therefore, even beginners can get solid results playing with aggro decks in Marvel Snap. And while playing with this deck, consider that the slower you play, the smaller your chances of winning become.
So, try playing as many cards as possible in the early game. Also, try to use cards with powerful buffs in the mid-game, like Captain America or Kazar. To finish things off, go for Iron Man if you want to dominate a certain location, or Blue Marvel if you want to get buffs across all locations.
Buffs Deck
# (1) Nightcrawler
# (1) Rocket Raccoon
# (1) Yondu
# (2) Mister Sinister
# (2) Star-Lord
# (2) Scarlet Witch
# (3) Ironheart
# (4) Enchantress
# (4) Jessica Jones
# (5) White Tiger
# (5) Gamora
# (6) Odin
Deck Code: eyJDYXJkcyI6W3siQ2FyZERlZklkIjoiTmlnaHRjcmF3bGVyIn0seyJDYXJkRGVmSWQiOiJJcm9uaGVhcnQifSx7IkNhcmREZWZJZCI6Ik9kaW4ifSx7IkNhcmREZWZJZCI6IldoaXRlVGlnZXIifSx7IkNhcmREZWZJZCI6IkdhbW9yYSJ9LHsiQ2FyZERlZklkIjoiSmVzc2ljYUpvbmVzIn0seyJDYXJkRGVmSWQiOiJFbmNoYW50cmVzcyJ9LHsiQ2FyZERlZklkIjoiU2NhcmxldFdpdGNoIn0seyJDYXJkRGVmSWQiOiJTdGFybG9yZCJ9LHsiQ2FyZERlZklkIjoiWW9uZHUifSx7IkNhcmREZWZJZCI6IlJvY2tldFJhY2Nvb24ifSx7IkNhcmREZWZJZCI6Ik1yU2luaXN0ZXIifV19
To use this deck, copy it to your clipboard and paste it from the deck editing menu in Snap.
While playing with this deck, you should aim your gameplay at buffing characters’ stats with powerful mid-game cards. Also, keep in mind that you should perfectly build an early game to take control of the mid-game. Consider using Nightcrawler or Rocket Raccoon as one of the best first droops in this deck.
After that, you can support your middle game with Scarlet Witch, Enchantress, Jessica Jones, or White Tiger. These cards will provide buffs for all cards on the table, significantly increasing your chances of winning the game. And when you want to finish the game, simply use Odin and Gamora. They are one of the best game finishers in Marvel Snap while under buffs.
Classic Aggro Deck
# (1) Ant Man
# (1) Elektra
# (1) Korg
# (1) Nightcrawler
# (2) Colossus
# (3) Mister Fantastic
# (3) Punisher
# (3) Captain America
# (4) Ka-Zar
# (5) Blue Marvel
# (6) Spectrum
# (6) Onslaught
Deck Code: eyJDYXJkcyI6W3siQ2FyZERlZklkIjoiQW50TWFuIn0seyJDYXJkRGVmSWQiOiJFbGVrdHJhIn0seyJDYXJkRGVmSWQiOiJLb3JnIn0seyJDYXJkRGVmSWQiOiJOaWdodGNyYXdsZXIifSx7IkNhcmREZWZJZCI6IkNhcHRhaW5BbWVyaWNhIn0seyJDYXJkRGVmSWQiOiJDb2xvc3N1cyJ9LHsiQ2FyZERlZklkIjoiTXJGYW50YXN0aWMifSx7IkNhcmREZWZJZCI6IlB1bmlzaGVyIn0seyJDYXJkRGVmSWQiOiJLYVphciJ9LHsiQ2FyZERlZklkIjoiQmx1ZU1hcnZlbCJ9LHsiQ2FyZERlZklkIjoiU3BlY3RydW0ifSx7IkNhcmREZWZJZCI6Ik9uc2xhdWdodCJ9XX0=
To use this deck, copy it to your clipboard and paste it from the deck editing menu in Snap.
The most important thing you should know is that this deck is similar to the previously described Aggro-Spam deck. But it can boast a more significant number of lower-cost cards. Therefore, your win rate will depend more on the early game playing with this deck. And to end the game, you can use Onslaught or Spectrum. These two finishers are probably the most effective in the early stages of Marvel Snap.
In conclusion, if you have a small card collection, the best option is to use aggro decks, as they allow for a simple decision-making process and don't require a lot of cards to do well.
Thanks for reading our guide for the best pool 1 Marvel Snap decks! If you want more Marvel Snap advice, check out our pages for exactly how Marvel Snap variants work, as well as advice on how to get new cards in Marvel Snap.