Kabuto Sumo: Insect All-Stars

BoardGameTables.com, Allplay · Board game · 2021
— Ludopedia 7.2 BGG 2–4 · best 2, 4 15 min Weight 1.2/5
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HIGHLY RECOMMENDED

If you already enjoy the beetle-pushing action of Kabuto Sumo, this expansion with insect wrestlers is a must-have to add more excitement and unpredictability to your games!

Highlights
  • More charismatic wrestlers
  • Increases tactical variety
  • New signature pieces
  • Mixes with base game
Keep in mind
  • Expansion, not standalone
  • May require more space
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Get ready for more ring action! Kabuto Sumo: Insect All-Stars introduces a new crew of fighters to the arena, and these insects aren't here to play. If you enjoy the push-and-slide gameplay of the original Kabuto Sumo, this expansion will spice up your matches even further. It brings 8 new wrestlers, each with their own unique signature piece, ready to challenge the giant beetles and make everything more unpredictable. The cool part is you can mix these newcomers with the original cast, choosing your favorite wrestling persona for each game. Some of these critters use multiple copies of their special piece, meaning all of them become available for you to use in the same game. This adds an extra layer of strategy and surprise, as you never know which insect with multiple tricks might show up! It's the perfect expansion for those who want more variety and unexpected challenges in their beetle battles. The rules are straightforward, and language dependency is minimal, so just grab it and play to see who will be the last insect standing!

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Rules manual — Kabuto Sumo: Insect All-Stars English · PDF
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2–4 players
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Game details

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Animals: Insects Country: Japan Crowdfunding: Kickstarter Theme: Anthropomorphic Animals
Publisher BoardGameTables.com, Allplay
Designer John Brieger, Michael Dunsmore, Tony Miller
Artist Kwanchai Moriya

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Frequently Asked Questions

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Do I need the base game Kabuto Sumo to play with this expansion?
Absolutely! Kabuto Sumo: Insect All-Stars is an expansion and requires the base game Kabuto Sumo to be played.
How many players does this expansion support?
The expansion maintains support for 2 to 4 players, just like the base game.
Does the game time change with this expansion?
No, the estimated game time remains around 15 minutes per match, keeping the agility of the original game.
Are the new wrestlers very different from the originals?
Yes, each of the 8 new wrestlers has unique abilities and signature pieces that bring new strategies and make matches more unpredictable.
Is it difficult to learn to use the new wrestlers?
Language dependency is very low, and the rules are easy to grasp. You can mix new and old wrestlers without complication.
Is this expansion for those who already have the base game and want more?
Exactly! If you enjoy Kabuto Sumo and want more character options and an extra touch of unpredictability, this expansion is perfect.