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Grimslingers: Retro Card Pack

Greenbrier Games · Board game · 2015
2–6 15–90 min
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6.5 rating BGG
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FOR GENRE FANS

Enjoyed Grimslingers and want more? This pack brings a retro look and new rules to give your games an extra kick!

Highlights
  • Nostalgic pixel art look
  • Unique new environments
  • Expands the base game
  • Interesting additional mechanics
Keep in mind
  • Art style may not appeal
  • Requires card translation
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About the game

What you do in a play session

Hey gamers! If you're a fan of Grimslingers and looking to spice up your duels, this pack is for you! The Grimslingers: Retro Card Pack introduces six new environments and some pixel art characters, featuring a style reminiscent of an earlier, unreleased version of the game. The cool part is that these environment cards can be purchased before a duel begins, adding that unique and unexpected mechanic we all love. Think of it as a mod for your base game, you know? It's compatible with both the original Grimslingers and Grimslingers: Duels, expanding the possibilities and keeping the action fast-paced. The pixel art is a charming retro touch that might appeal to fans of that style, and the new rules bring a fresh twist for those already mastering the original mechanics. Get your decks ready, because these additions guarantee more fun!

Best player count

BGG community vote

2–6 players
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Game details

Mechanics, categories, families and credits

Mechanics

Cooperative Game Deck, Bag, and Pool Building Dice Rolling Point to Point Movement Push Your Luck Rock-Paper-Scissors Simultaneous Action Selection Team-Based Game Variable Player Powers

Categories

American West Card Game Fantasy Humor Science Fiction

Families

Mechanism: Campaign Games
Publisher Greenbrier Games
Designer Stephen Gibson
Artist Stephen Gibson

Community

Data from BoardGameGeek

197owners
13wishlist
3want to play

Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers before you buy

6 questions
Do I need the base Grimslingers game to play with this pack?
Yes! This is an expansion pack and requires either Grimslingers or Grimslingers: Duels to be played.
How many players can participate with this expansion?
The expansion maintains the player count of the base game, which typically ranges from 2-6 players depending on which Grimslingers you are using.
Is the pixel art very different from the original game?
Yes, the art is intentionally in a pixel art style, reminiscent of an older version of the game. It's a retro look that can be a distinguishing feature for some players.
Do the environment cards significantly change how the game is played?
They add new mechanics and twists to the duels, making each match a bit more unpredictable and strategic.
Are the new rules difficult to learn?
The rules added by the environment cards are generally easy to grasp and integrate well with the existing mechanics, though translation might be needed.
Does this pack add new playable characters?
Yes, it includes characters with pixel art that can be used in your games.
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