Our Verdict
RECOMMENDED
Perfect for families and those who enjoy light strategy with charming miniatures. The balance between scoring and using abilities is the highlight.
Highlights
- High-quality custom plastic miniatures
- Interesting and fast tactical decisions
- High replayability due to variable cards
- Simple rules and quick setup
Keep in mind
- Moderate dependency on card translation
- Might be too simple for hardcore gamers
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About the game
What you do in a play session
Ever imagined a mock battle tournament between elves riding frogs? Welcome to the world of Frogriders! Deep in the Northern forests, four squads face off in a tactical game where the goal is to capture opposing units through precise leaps. The dynamics are easy to learn but challenging to master: you move your custom plastic figures by jumping over others to capture them. But here is the twist: when you capture a Frogrider, you face a tough strategic choice. You can either keep the piece to score points at the end of the match or return it to the tribe's village to activate an immediate special ability. This decision between 'scoring now' or 'gaining a tactical advantage' is what keeps the tension high throughout the game. To spice things up, the game includes privilege cards and various scoring options, with only a few used in each session. This means every game changes the ideal strategy, preventing the experience from becoming repetitive. It is the perfect kind of game for those who want something fast, with cute components, and that challenges their reasoning without needing a hundred-page manual. If you enjoy abstract strategy games with a charming thematic wrap and want to see who the best amphibian commander in the forest is, Frogriders is the right choice. Prepare your leaps, plan your captures, and make sure your elves don't get left behind!
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Rules videos
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In English
Best player count
BGG community vote
2
REC
3
BEST
4
REC
Soundtrack
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Mechanics, categories, families and credits
Mechanics
Categories
Families
Publisher
Buró, Ediciones MasQueOca, eggertspiele, Matagot, Pegasus Spiele, Reflexshop, Stronghold Games, Surfin' Meeple China
Designer
Asger Aleksandrov Granerud, Daniel Skjold Pedersen
Artist
Alexander Jung
Community
Data from BoardGameGeek
1,295owners
117wishlist
16want to play
Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers before you buy
Is the game suitable for children?
Yes! It was nominated for the Ludopedia Children's Game of the Year, making it great for introducing tactics to kids.
How long does a game last?
It's quite fast, usually between 20 and 30 minutes, ideal for those who don't want to spend the whole afternoon on one game.
Do I need a translation to play?
Yes, there is a moderate language dependency due to the privilege and scoring cards.
Is it a complex game?
No, it has a low weight (1.26 on BGG). It's a gateway game, but with tactical nuances that add depth.
How many people can play?
From 2 to 4 players, working well both as a duel and in a group.
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