# Grimslingers ## General Info - **Year Published**: 2015 - **BGG Rating**: 6.2 - **BGG Rank**: #6931 - **Players**: 1-6 (Best with: 2) - **Duration**: 15-90 min - **Weight**: 2.74 / 5 - **Designers**: Stephen Gibson - **Artists**: Stephen Gibson - **Publishers**: Greenbrier Games, (Web published) - **Categories**: American West, Card Game, Fantasy, Humor, Science Fiction - **Mechanics**: Cooperative Game, Dice Rolling, Point to Point Movement, Push Your Luck, Rock-Paper-Scissors, Simultaneous Action Selection, Solo / Solitaire Game, Team-Based Game, Variable Player Powers ## Verdict If you love westerns spiced with sci‑fi and dark humor, Grimslingers offers fast duels and coop campaigns packed with action.Dynamic combatMultiple game modesThematic humorSteep rule learningSome sessions run longRECOMMENDED ## Description In the cursed realm of the Forgotten West, a mash‑up of western, sci‑fi and dark fantasy, you’ve been turned by the Iron Witch into a Grimslinger – a metal‑clad sorcerer wielding machines and elemental powers. Your goal is to survive and prove your worth, either by dueling other Grimslingers or cooperating to face the nightmarish denizens of the land. The game offers two modes: in Versus, 2‑6 players can form teams or free‑for‑all, using a deck packed with spells, items and unique abilities, resolved with dice rolls, simultaneous choices and even a rock‑paper‑scissors showdown. In Cooperative mode, 1‑4 players embark on a four‑session campaign, each lasting 60‑90 minutes, moving point‑to‑point across a map, gathering loot, leveling up and battling bizarre creatures. Push‑Your‑Luck mechanics and Variable Player Powers make every game feel fresh, while simultaneous action selection adds tension and surprise. With a light weight (2.7/5) and flexible playtime, Grimslingers is easy to pick up for groups wanting a quick, thematic, dark‑humor experience where metal meets magic. ## FAQ ### How many players can join? From 1 to 6 players, depending on the chosen mode. ### How long does a game last? Versus mode: 15‑90 minutes; cooperative campaign: 60‑90 minutes per session. ### What is the game's complexity? Weight 2.7/5 – light rules but some mechanics need practice. ### What components are included? Spell, item and ability cards, dice, loot tokens, character sheets and a point‑to‑point map. ### Can I play solo? Yes, there are solo rules for the campaign or individual missions. ### Is there a digital version? Yes, it’s available on Tabletopia. ### Who should buy this game? Fans of westerns, sci‑fi, dark humor and fast, cooperative or competitive card games. ## Price Comparison ### Best International Offers - **BoardGamePrices.com**: $ 21.99 (https://boardgameprices.com/item/go?source=A&storeitemid=4886188&utm_source=boardgamesbot.com) - **BoardGamePrices.com**: $ 25.28 (https://boardgameprices.com/item/go?source=A&storeitemid=1660282&utm_source=boardgamesbot.com) - **BoardGamePrices.com**: $ 27.01 (https://boardgameprices.com/item/go?source=A&storeitemid=4356790&utm_source=boardgamesbot.com) - **BoardGamePrices.com**: $ 32.30 (https://boardgameprices.com/item/go?source=A&storeitemid=6896690&utm_source=boardgamesbot.com) - **BoardGamePrices.com**: $ 34.11 (https://boardgameprices.com/item/go?source=A&storeitemid=4779548&utm_source=boardgamesbot.com) - See all on BoardGamePrices: https://boardgameprices.com/item/show/18769/grimslingers?utm_source=boardgamesbot.com