# Battlecars

## General Info
- **Year Published**: 1983
- **BGG Rating**: 6.3
- **BGG Rank**: #9254
- **Players**: 2-4 (Best with: 4)
- **Duration**: 90 min
- **Weight**: 2.00 / 5
- **Designers**: Gary Chalk, Ian Livingstone
- **Artists**: Gary Chalk, Jim Burns, Nils Gulliksson, Olle Sahlin, Steven Hägg
- **Publishers**: Äventyrsspel, Games Workshop Ltd.
- **Categories**: Dice, Fighting, Racing, Science Fiction
- **Mechanics**: Modular Board, Point to Point Movement, Take That, Variable Player Powers

## Verdict
If you love high‑speed brawls with explosions, Battlecars serves up pure adrenaline.Frenzied combatModular boardUnique powersHigh replay valueLow complexityLong play timeViolent themeRECOMMENDED

## Description
Battlecars thrusts players into a future where traffic has become a battlefield. For 2 to 4 participants, each pilots a heavily armed car equipped with machine guns, rockets and a targeting computer that feels more like a fighter jet cockpit than a regular steering wheel. The board is modular, assembled from tiles that create different point‑to‑point routes every game, so you never know whether the next obstacle will be a narrow tunnel or an open intersection. The goal is straightforward: survive as long as possible while blasting your opponents. Movement follows a point‑to‑point scheme, making it easy to see who’s in the line of fire and who’s trying to escape. Each vehicle has variable powers – some boast heavier fire, others are faster or have defensive tricks – forcing you to adapt your strategy to both your own car and those of your rivals.

Action is resolved with dice, but it’s not just luck: you decide when to fire, where to aim the cannon, and when to use the “take‑that” effect to hinder an opponent. Fiery explosions are common, and the roar of weapons creates the futuristic "road rage" atmosphere the title promises. A typical game lasts about 90 minutes, long enough for temporary alliances to form and crumble, and for you to experiment with different power combos. Despite the violent theme, the rules are light (weight 2/5), allowing even casual gaming groups to jump into the fray without intimidation. If you love racing games spiced with combat, sci‑fi flavor and a dash of dice randomness, Battlecars might be the perfect arena for you.

## FAQ
### How many players can join?
2 to 4 players.

### How long does a game last?
Approximately 90 minutes, varying with player count and aggression level.

### What is the game’s complexity?
Rated light (weight 2/5) with easy‑to‑learn rules.

### What components are included?
Modular board, car miniatures, dice, damage tokens, weapon cards, and a rulebook.

### Who is the game best suited for?
Fans of racing, combat games, and sci‑fi settings who enjoy fast, explosive sessions.

### Is there an expansion?
Yes, the Battlebikes expansion adds new units and optional rules.

### Do I need a lot of table space?
The modular board takes moderate space; a table of at least 80 × 80 cm is recommended.