Battlecrest: Forge – Hero Set

Button Shy, Salt & Pepper Games · Board game · 2022
2–4 20 min
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7.7 rating BGG
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7.7 rating BGG
Our Verdict

If you love tactical card battles and want more heroes to explore, this set is for you!

Highlights
  • Hero variety
  • Dynamic modular board
  • Strategic hand management
  • Great for solo play
Keep in mind
  • Requires base game
  • Short playtime, 20 min
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About the game
Battlecrest: Forge – Hero Set expands the Battlecrest universe with new heroes, enabling solo, team, and campaign play. Each hero comes with a six-card set: a hero card, a health tracker, three action cards, and occasionally an item or servominion replacing an action card. The map is built from six terrain cards placed in a randomized pattern, creating a dynamic and surprise-filled scenario. Players move their characters on a square grid, following movement rules that demand planning and anticipation of the opponent’s moves. Hand management is crucial: using, holding, or discarding cards can completely change strategy, allowing you to recover powers or build decisive attacks. The expansion preserves the core of the base game – tactical cards, precise movement, and balanced competition – while adding variety and depth. If you enjoy fast yet nuanced battles and want to test new tactics with different heroes, the Forge Hero Set is the perfect choice. Get ready to discover who truly is the champion of the Neververse!
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Crowdfunding: Kickstarter Game: Battlecrest Players: Expansions Changing Player Count Series: Wallet & Box Micro Games (Button Shy)
Publisher Button Shy, Salt & Pepper Games
Designer Dustin Dobson, Milan Zivkovic
Artist Fachri Maulana, Jesse Turner
Frequently Asked Questions
How many players can I play with Battlecrest: Forge – Hero Set?
For 2 to 4 players, but the expansion allows solo play and 3-4 player teams.
What is the average game duration?
Each game lasts between 20 and 20 minutes, depending on board setup and number of heroes.
What is the complexity level?
Medium – requires movement planning, hand management, and card tactics.
What components come with the expansion?
A hero set (hero card, health, item, 3 action cards), Forge AI sheet for solo play, and terrain cards for the modular board.
Can I play solo with this expansion?
Yes, the expansion includes a solo mode using the Forge AI sheet, but it requires the base Imperator game.
Is the expansion compatible with the base Battlecrest game?
Yes, it was specifically designed to complement the base Battlecrest game.
What is the game's theme?
Science fiction with a universe of tactical combat on a square grid.