Kingdom Rush: Rift in Time

Lucky Duck Games, Ironhide Game Studio, Light N Games Inc. · Board game · 2020

1–4 · best 2 Solo 45–90 min Weight 3.0/5

8.4 rating Ludopedia

7.3 rating BGG

Buy · from US$ 38.99

8.4 rating Ludopedia

7.3 rating BGG

Buy · from US$ 38.99 Ask about Rules

Our Verdict

HIGHLY RECOMMENDED

If you enjoy cooperative fantasy games with tower defense mechanics, Kingdom Rush: Rift in Time is a solid pick! It's a game that challenges you to think as a team and manage your resources well.

Highlights

Engaging cooperative theme
Strategic hand management
High-quality components
Campaign with progression

Keep in mind

Can be challenging initially
Requires good communication
Language dependency on cards

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About the game

What you do in a play session

Get ready for an epic adventure in Kingdom Rush: Rift in Time! Here, you and your fellow players band together to stop the relentless onslaught of the Time Mage. The mission? Command powerful heroes and build strategic towers to defend the realm. Gameplay involves placing polyomino pieces to attack enemies and deploying soldiers to hold back the ever-advancing horde. But beware, as the Time Mage's portals create temporal chaos, causing towers to warp in and out of existence! Each turn, you'll have to decide: use your towers to defend the kingdom, or pass them to your allies for upgrades? This choice is crucial! Embark on a unique campaign filled with progressively challenging scenarios, formidable foes, game-changing events, and epic bosses to defeat. The ultimate goal is to close all of the Time Mage's portals, but this must be done while fending off wave after wave of minions. Utilize unique hero abilities, special powers, and an awesome arsenal of upgradable towers to turn the tide. The Time Mage won't give up easily, and neither should you! Archers, stand ready!

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Rules videos

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12 videos

In English

Best player count

BGG community vote

1–4 players

1 BEST

2 BEST

3 REC

4 OK

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Game details

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Publisher Lucky Duck Games, Ironhide Game Studio, Light N Games Inc., Mirakulus, Rexhry

Designer Alara Cameron, Helana Hope, Sen-Foong Lim

Artist Katarzyna Kosobucka, Mateusz Komada

Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers before you buy

7 questions

How many people can play Kingdom Rush: Rift in Time?

The game is designed for 1 to 4 players, making it perfect for solo play or a group of friends.

How long does a game session typically last?

Games usually take between 45 and 90 minutes to complete, depending on the scenario and the group's experience.

Is the game difficult?

Kingdom Rush: Rift in Time has a medium weight (2.97/5 on BGG), meaning the rules aren't overly complex, but the strategic challenge can be considerable, especially in the later stages of the campaign.

Do I need to have played the video game to enjoy this board game?

No, prior knowledge of the video game isn't necessary. The board game offers a self-contained experience with a well-presented theme.

What are the main components of the game?

You'll find a modular board, hero and enemy miniatures, ability and tower cards, as well as polyomino pieces for building and attacking.

Does the game feature a campaign?

Yes! The game includes a unique campaign where each scenario becomes more challenging, introducing new enemies, events, and bosses.

Is this a competitive game?

Actually, it's a cooperative game. All players work together against the game, so the focus is on collaboration and team strategy.