Arcane Bakery Clash: Boss Bake-Off 2

Button Shy · Board game · 2021
1 Solo 30 min
rating Ludopedia
6.2 rating BGG
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rating Ludopedia
6.2 rating BGG
Our Verdict

Enjoyed Arcane Bakery Clash and want a solo challenge? This expansion brings a cool boss for you to take on by yourself!

Highlights
  • Fun solo expansion
  • Boss fight challenge
  • Quick to play
  • Easy to set up
Keep in mind
  • Requires base game
  • Solo focused
  • Dice luck involved
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About the game
Get ready for a solo challenge in Arcane Bakery Clash: Boss Bake-Off 2! This expansion adds a nasty boss for you to face, turning the game into a one-on-one battle against Rayn. Setup is super quick: choose one Rayn card, place the other two as her 'mitts,' and set up the energy trackers. The Cheesequake and Omen Biscotti recipe cards are set aside, and the rest are shuffled to kick off the action.

Basic rules from the main game apply, but with a special twist. When you deal damage, you target Rayn's mitts. If a mitt reaches zero energy, it breaks, and you deal damage directly to Rayn. You can only attack Rayn directly if both mitts are broken. On Rayn's turn, she rolls a die: if the number lands on an active mitt, she uses its ability. If the mitt is broken, she repairs it! Otherwise, she performs the mitt's action. Each die roll counts as one boss action, and the game might grant or take away extra actions. Victory is achieved if Rayn runs out of energy while you still have yours, but beware: if your energy hits zero, you lose. It's a quick and tense challenge for those who already enjoy the Arcane Bakery Clash universe!
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Game: Arcane Bakery Clash Series: Wallet & Box Micro Games (Button Shy)
Publisher Button Shy
Designer Robin Gibson
Artist Robin Gibson
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need the base Arcane Bakery Clash game to play this expansion?
Yes, absolutely! This is an expansion, so you'll need the base game to play Boss Bake-Off 2.
How many players does this expansion support?
This expansion is exclusively for one player (solo). It turns the game into a duel against the boss Rayn.
How long does a game session last?
Games are quite fast, typically lasting around 30 minutes, perfect for a quick play session.
Are the new rules difficult to learn?
The additional rules are quite simple and integrate easily with the base game's rules. The main challenge comes from battling Rayn!
It's a Print & Play game, so do I need to print and assemble it?
Exactly! As a 'Print & Play' game, you'll need the files and to print the cards and components to be able to play.
Is it worth it for players who don't particularly enjoy solo games?
If you're not a fan of solo games, this expansion might not be your main focus, as it's specifically designed for that mode.