UNO: far more than a card game, a collector's icon

Step into the world of the UNO collection, the most played card game on the planet that has become, over the decades, a genuine pop culture object. From the family living room to contemporary art galleries, UNO has reinvented its image through limited editions and prestigious collaborations that turn simple cards into sought-after collector's pieces. At MTHOR, we select the most coveted editions: UNO Artiste Series, Mattel Creations collaborations, and special versions. Every item is inspected and shipped sealed by our team of experts, guaranteeing you an authentic piece, ready to be played or displayed.

The story of an icon: from the kitchen table to pop culture

UNO was born in 1971 in Ohio, USA, from the imagination of Merle Robbins, a barber looking for a fun way to settle a rules dispute with his son during a card game. Convinced of its potential, he invested his savings to produce the first games and sold them from his barbershop. Success was immediate. The rights were soon bought out, and the game joined the Mattel catalogue in 1992, which turned it into one of the best-selling board games of all time, with hundreds of millions of copies sold worldwide.

Beyond mere entertainment, UNO has entered popular culture. Its “+4”, “+2” and “Wild” cards have become universal memes, its house rules fuel endless debates between friends, and its visual identity — red, blue, green, yellow — is instantly recognizable on every continent. It is this cross-generational popularity that paved the way for collector's editions, where the game becomes a canvas for artistic expression and a desirable object far beyond the game table.

The UNO Artiste Series: when contemporary art reshuffles the deck

Launched by Mattel Creations, the UNO Artiste Series hands the iconic card game over to major names in contemporary art, who completely reinvent its graphic universe. Each edition is produced in limited quantities, with premium packaging designed as a work of art in its own right. The result: games that are collected as much as they are played, and whose value rises quickly on the secondary market once stocks run out.

The series has brought together world-renowned artists such as Jean-Michel Basquiat, whose raw, expressive work covers every card, or Takashi Murakami with his famous multicolored smiling flowers. It is now enriched by a highly anticipated new chapter: the UNO Artiste Series Nina Chanel Abney, in which the American artist unfolds her vibrant visual language, blending blocks of color, geometric shapes and bold symbols. A piece that is already establishing itself as a must-have for collectors.

The collection's iconic editions

Our UNO collection brings together the versions most sought after by collectors and pop culture enthusiasts. You'll find the UNO Artiste Series Nina Chanel Abney, the UNO Artiste Series Jean-Michel Basquiat and the UNO Artiste Series Takashi Murakami, three high points of the series signed by Mattel Creations. The BAPE x UNO Mattel Creations collaboration sits alongside the UNO Show 'em No Mercy edition, a more ruthless version of the game embraced by a new generation of players. Whether you want to complete your collection, gift a unique piece or display a design object, these limited editions concentrate everything that makes a collector's UNO valuable: rarity, artistic signature and premium finish.

Why buy your UNO at MTHOR

MTHOR Shop specializes in selling authentic collector's items and limited editions. Every game in our UNO collection undergoes a rigorous inspection carried out by our team: we check the consistency of the packaging and edition markings, the integrity of the shrink-wrap and original seal, as well as the conformity of the edition (numbering, Mattel Creations markings, finishes specific to collaborations). Every order is shipped sealed, a tangible guarantee that the inspection has been carried out and authenticity validated. Learn more about our authentication process.

We offer worldwide delivery in 2 to 8 days to your door against signature, with real-time tracking by email and WhatsApp, payment in 4 interest-free installments via Klarna or Scalapay, and a France-based customer service available Monday to Friday from 9am to 6pm. Should any issue arise, our 14-day return policy protects you.

FAQ — UNO at MTHOR

How can I verify the authenticity of a collector's UNO game?

Every UNO game sold at MTHOR is inspected by our team of experts, who check the packaging, edition markings and integrity of the original seal before shipping. Your order reaches you sealed, proof that the quality control has indeed been performed. Discover our authentication process.

What is the UNO Artiste Series?

The UNO Artiste Series is a range of limited editions published by Mattel Creations, which entrusts the game's design to major contemporary artists such as Jean-Michel Basquiat, Takashi Murakami or Nina Chanel Abney. Each edition is produced in limited quantities with premium packaging, making them highly sought after.

Are the cards playable or for collecting only?

Both. The UNO Artiste Series editions and collaborations remain fully functional card games, with the same rules as classic UNO. Most collectors, however, choose to keep them sealed to preserve their value and display them.

What is the delivery time?

We ship worldwide, with home delivery against signature within 2 to 8 days. You benefit from real-time tracking by email and WhatsApp, whatever your destination.

Will I have to pay customs fees?

No, no customs fees are charged to you. MTHOR covers all customs duties and taxes, whatever your destination in the world. The price shown on the site is the final price you pay: no nasty surprises on delivery.

Can I return my item if it doesn't suit me?

Yes. You have 14 days after receipt to return your item to us, provided it is in its original condition (packaging intact, seal not removed). The refund is processed within 24 hours of receiving the return.

Going further

Also discover our world of collector's items with our Pop Mart figures, or learn more about our commitment to quality by reading our detailed authentication process.