# Battlecrest: Hype – Hero Set

## General Info
- **Year Published**: 2023
- **BGG Rating**: 7.3
- **BGG Rank**: —
- **Players**: 2-4
- **Duration**: 20 min
- **Weight**: —
- **Designers**: Dustin Dobson, Jason Greeno, Jason Tagmire, Milan Zivkovic
- **Artists**: Jesse Turner
- **Publishers**: Button Shy
- **Categories**: Card Game, Expansion for Base-game, Fighting, Print & Play, Science Fiction
- **Mechanics**: Grid Movement, Hand Management, Modular Board, Scenario / Mission / Campaign Game, Square Grid, Team-Based Game, Variable Player Powers

## Verdict
Perfect for those who own the base game and want to expand tactical options and player count.Greatly increases hero varietyEnables team play (3-4 players)Solo play support via AIRequires Imperator expansion for soloNeeds base game to functionRECOMMENDED

## Description
If you already enjoy the tactical brawling of Battlecrest, get ready because the 'Hype' set is here to inject even more adrenaline into the Neververse. This expansion brings a grand finale to the 'Year One' cycle, introducing new heroes that drastically expand the variety of strategies available. If you've been looking for new ways to surprise your opponent, this set is exactly what you need.

For the solo gamers, Hype includes an AI sheet, allowing you to face these new combatants in solo duels (just a heads-up: you'll need the Imperator expansion to make this work). And if your gaming group is larger, things get even more exciting: you can now set up team-based matches for 3 to 4 players, turning the classic duel into a frantic team war.

For those new to the universe, Battlecrest is a card-based tactical skirmish game. It features perfect information, meaning there's no hidden luck—victory depends entirely on who can outsmart the opponent and dominate the map. Each character consists of a 6-card set (including health and actions), and the map is dynamic, built from 6 cards that change every match. You maneuver your hero, use action cards to attack or reposition, and as you spend your resources, you either pave the way for decisive strikes or need to refocus to regain powers. Since every hero has their own unique fighting style, no two battles ever feel the same. The Hype set is the final piece of the first year, setting the stage for 'Year Two', which promises new maps, playmats, and characters with entirely different tones. It's the perfect chance to beef up your collection before the next wave of updates!

## FAQ
### Do I need the base game for Hype?
Yes, this is an expansion set. You need the Battlecrest base game to play.

### Can I play solo with this set?
Yes, it comes with an AI sheet for solo play, but you will need the Imperator expansion for it to work.

### How many players can play now?
With expansions, the game supports 1 to 4 players, including team-based matches.

### Is the game complex?
Battlecrest is tactical and requires strategic thinking, but the rules are intuitive for those who enjoy combat games.

### What's inside the box?
The set includes the new heroes' cards and the AI sheet for solo mode.