Gekido: Bot Battles

Ace Studios, CMON Global Limited, Spaghetti Western Games · Board game · 2017
7.6 Ludopedia 6.3 BGG 2–4 · best 3 30 min Weight 1.9/5
Buy · from US$ 46.29
7.6 rating Ludopedia
6.3 rating BGG
Our Verdict
RECOMMENDED

A high-octy bot brawl where losing health might just be your winning move!

Highlights
  • Fast-paced-combat-flow
  • Unique-life-mechanic
  • High-replayability-value
Keep in mind
  • Heavy-reliance-on-dice-luck
  • Short-playtime-for-some
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About the game

What you do in a play session

Get ready to step into the most electrifying arena in the future! Gekido: Bot Battles puts you in the pilot's seat of a combat robot, ready to smash opponents in fast-paced-matches lasting around 30 minutes. This isn's just a game of luck; it's a tactical brawl where your dice rolls determine your survival. Using poker-style combinations like pairs, triples, and full houses, you'll execute strikes to knock your rivals out of the ring.

What truly sets Gekido apart is its ingenious-life system. Your health isn't just a number; it's represented by dice. As your bots take damage and lose dice, the game evolves. Losing life-dice can actually unlock powerful-new abilities, turning a losing player into a dangerous underdog. It creates a dynamic-comeback-mechanic that keeps everyone engaged until the very last roll. Whether you are playing a strategic battle or a chaotic brawl, the tension is palpable. If you love combat-heavy games with high interaction and quick setup, Gekido is your perfect arena-ready companion. It's fast, it's loud, and it's incredibly rewarding when your risky roll pays off!

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Best player count

BGG community vote

2–4 players
2 OK
3 BEST
4 REC

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Game details

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Categories

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Components: Miniatures Theme: Robots
Publisher Ace Studios, CMON Global Limited, Spaghetti Western Games
Designer Fel Barros, Romulo Marques

Community

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9want to play

Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers before you buy

5 questions
How long does a game take?
Expect about 30 minutes per session, making it perfect for quick-fire gaming nights.
Is it hard to learn?
Not at all! Once you understand the poker-style combinations, you're ready to fight.
How many players can play?
It's designed for 2 to 4 players.
Is there a lot of player interaction?
Absolutely! You are constantly targeting opponents and reacting to their moves.
Does luck dominate the game?
Dice-rolling is central, but managing your-powers and deciding when to strike is where the skill lies.

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