Car Wars Expansion Set #4, Armadillo Autoduel Arena
Hobby Japan, Steve Jackson Games · Board game · 1983
2–8
90 min
Weight 2.6/5
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Our Verdict
FOR GENRE FANS
If you enjoy the idea of cars turning into scrap metal for fun, this Car Wars expansion is for you! The Armadillo Autoduel Arena adds a cool map and scenarios that guarantee plenty of action.
Highlights
- Massive arena map
- Varied combat scenarios
- More chaos and destruction
- Ideal for Car Wars fans
Keep in mind
- Requires the base game
- Moderate language dependency
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About the game
What you do in a play session
Get ready for some vehicular carnage with the Armadillo Autoduel Arena! This expansion for the classic Car Wars throws you right into the dust and wreckage of a combat arena. If you dig the idea of turning your car into a war machine and smashing everything in sight, this is your chance to shine... or become scrap metal.
The set includes a massive arena map (32x42 inches!) that serves as the perfect stage for bloody duels. Detailed instructions guide you through the rules, and the combat scenarios will keep you busy for a whole week of pure adrenaline. And to add that final touch of destruction, you also get 16 colorful wreck counters. Each one represents a car that had its day of glory (or not) in the arena, one for each vehicle from the original Car Wars game. It's the kind of expansion that adds more excitement and chaos to your autoduel experience, turning each match into a new tale of survival and destruction. If you're already a Car Wars fan, get ready to take your battles to a new level of intensity and mayhem. The arena is calling, and glory (or death) awaits!
The set includes a massive arena map (32x42 inches!) that serves as the perfect stage for bloody duels. Detailed instructions guide you through the rules, and the combat scenarios will keep you busy for a whole week of pure adrenaline. And to add that final touch of destruction, you also get 16 colorful wreck counters. Each one represents a car that had its day of glory (or not) in the arena, one for each vehicle from the original Car Wars game. It's the kind of expansion that adds more excitement and chaos to your autoduel experience, turning each match into a new tale of survival and destruction. If you're already a Car Wars fan, get ready to take your battles to a new level of intensity and mayhem. The arena is calling, and glory (or death) awaits!
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Publisher
Hobby Japan, Steve Jackson Games
Designer
Steve Jackson (I)
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(Uncredited)
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Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers before you buy
Do I need the base Car Wars game to play this expansion?
Absolutely! This is an expansion, so you'll need the original Car Wars game to use the Armadillo Autoduel Arena.
How many players does this expansion support?
The expansion maintains the player count of the base game, which is 2 to 8 players. Get your crew ready for the chaos!
Is the arena map large?
Yes! The map measures 32x42 inches, which is quite generous and offers plenty of space for maneuvers and destruction.
Are the combat scenarios varied?
Yes, the scenarios cover a full week's schedule at the arena, suggesting a good variety of challenges and combat situations.
Do I need to know English to play?
The base game and expansion might have English components. There's mention of moderate language dependency, so having a translated sheet or translated cards might be helpful for ease of play.
Is it a complex game?
Car Wars generally has an intermediate complexity level, and this expansion adds more content without necessarily drastically increasing the complexity of the core rules. It's more about deepening the experience.
