If you love miniatures and the thrill of deck-building combined with tactical combat, Ascension Tactics is your jam! It's a fantastic blend that looks amazing on the table.
- Unique genre blend
- Detailed, paintable miniatures
- Multiple game modes
- Dice-less strategy
- High language dependency
- Initial learning curve
- Requires table space
About the game
What you do in a play session
The game boasts a ton of modes to keep everyone engaged: tackle an epic campaign, test your skills in cooperative scenarios against the game, challenge yourself in solo mode, or dive into direct confrontation in PvP. In PvP, there's even a draft mode where you build your army before the battle even begins. The core mechanic involves acquiring cards from an ever-changing central row to power up your forces.
And don't worry about dice rolls deciding your fate! The strategy is pure: use command points and magical equipment so that even your smallest warrior can take down giant monsters. It's a game that demands solid planning and constant adaptation, perfect for those who enjoy strategic thinking and watching their plans unfold on the table, complete with incredible miniatures to boot. The extensive language dependency might be a point to consider, but the overall experience is well worth it!
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Rules videos
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In English
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How to Play ASCENSION TACTICS the Deck Building Miniatures Game with a Solo Playthrough
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How to Play the new ASCENSION TACTICS !!! / Early Release / Deck Building Game
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Ascension Tactics Tier List
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Drafting tips and team builds
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Ascension Tactics - Solo Mode Rules Overview
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Ascension Tactics presented by Justin Gary | Asmodee Retailers day 2023
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