# Asteroyds ## General Info - **Year Published**: 2010 - **BGG Rating**: 6.3 - **BGG Rank**: #5097 - **Players**: 2-6 (Best with: 4) - **Duration**: 30 min - **Weight**: 2.15 / 5 - **Designers**: Frédéric Henry, Guillaume Blossier - **Artists**: Nicolas Fructus - **Publishers**: Ystari Games, asmodee, Rio Grande Games - **Categories**: Real-time, Science Fiction, Space Exploration - **Mechanics**: Action Queue, Dice Rolling, Grid Movement, Modular Board, Player Elimination, Programmed Movement, Race, Real-Time, Set Collection, Simultaneous Action Selection, Team-Based Game, Variable Player Powers ## Verdict A frantic and chaotic space race for adrenaline junkies!Pure adrenaline in every roundDynamic board keeps things freshFast-paced and intense gameplayHigh tension during planningPlayer elimination might frustrateRequires quick reflexesRECOMMENDED ## Description If you're into the adrenaline rush of games like RoboRally but want a dose of absolute chaos, Asteroyds is your next obsession. Picture this: you're an elite pilot competing in a dangerous, underground race within the Ujitos system, a place where even the air feels hostile. The goal is simple yet brutal: navigate through a shifting asteroid field and pass through four gates. What really sets this apart is the living board! Every round, colored dice are rolled, dictating exactly where the asteroids will drift. This means the path you carefully planned could vanish or turn into a wall of space rock in seconds. The game utilizes a programmed movement system where you must plot your course, but there's a catch: time is your greatest enemy. You get just one minute (or 30 seconds if you're a speed master) to map out your flight path before the action kicks off. It's a high-tension experience where a single miscalculation can lead to catastrophic collisions and completely derail your race. Featuring team play options, unique pilot powers, and various modes like combat and drones, Asteroyds delivers a fast-paced, intense experience that keeps everyone on their toes. It's the perfect game to gather your friends and find out who truly has nerves of steel. ## FAQ ### How long does a game take? It's very quick, usually taking around 30 minutes per session. ### Is it hard to learn? The rules are straightforward, but the challenge lies in the speed and chaos. ### What is the ideal player count? It works great with 2 to 6 players, making it perfect for groups. ### Is there a luck element? Yes, asteroid movement depends on dice rolls, adding unpredictability. ### Can I play in teams? Absolutely! There are game modes that allow pilots to work together.