Micro Robots
ABACUSSPIELE, Devir, Happy Baobab · Board game · 2016
2–99 · best 4
20 min
Weight 1.7/5
7.1
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Ludopedia
6.3
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BGG
7.1
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Ludopedia
6.3
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BGG
Our Verdict
If you love puzzles and enjoy real-time reasoning competitions, Micro Robots is a perfect fit! Get ready to think fast and have a blast.
Highlights
- Quick thinking
- Simultaneous action
- Modular board
- High replayability
- Easy to learn
Keep in mind
- Can cause AP
- Time pressure
- Not for everyone
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Hey board game enthusiasts! If you're into quick mental challenges and love seeing your friends' brains smoke, Micro Robots is definitely for you. Inspired by the classic Ricochet Robots, this real-time action game puts you on a mission to find the shortest path for a robot to move across the board. Each round, a new starting point and target are determined by dice, and the race begins! Everyone simultaneously tries to plan the sequence of moves. But there's a catch: the robot can only move orthogonally (up, down, sideways) to a space that shares either the color OR the number of its current location. Sounds simple, right? But with each step, the options change, and optimizing the path becomes a true real-time puzzle. As soon as someone shouts out the number of moves and demonstrates the solution, if correct, they earn a victory token. If they're wrong, they lose one! The board is modular, with four pieces you can flip and rearrange, ensuring each game is unique. And for the hardcore players, there's even an expert mode that adds a mandatory intermediate stop on the path. Oh, and the transparent robot from Micro Robots can also be used in Ricochet Robots, adding a wall-passing mechanic there! Get ready to think fast and have fun with this pure reasoning challenge!
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Publisher
ABACUSSPIELE, Devir, Happy Baobab, Oya, Swan Panasia Co., Ltd., Z-Man Games
Designer
Andreas Kuhnekath-Häbler
Artist
Christian Fiore
How many players can participate in Micro Robots?
Micro Robots is super flexible! It can be played by 2 to 99 players, making it perfect for both a duo and a crowded party. The more people, the more chaotic and fun it gets!
What is the average game duration?
Games are quite fast, usually lasting between 20 and 20 minutes. It's ideal for filling a short break or playing several rounds in a row without getting tired.
What is the game's complexity level?
Micro Robots is considered a low-complexity game (BGG weight of 1.7391). The rules are easy to understand, but the challenge lies in applying logic quickly under pressure.
Are the components of good quality?
Yes, the components are robust and functional. The modular board, dice, and tokens are made to withstand many games and constant handling during play.
Does Micro Robots have any language dependency?
No, the game is completely language independent. Information is conveyed through symbols and numbers, so anyone can play, regardless of the language they speak.
Is it a good game for board game beginners?
Absolutely! Due to its simple rules and direct challenge, Micro Robots is an excellent gateway into the world of board games, especially for those who enjoy puzzles and reasoning games.
Can I use the transparent robot in Ricochet Robots?
Yes! The transparent robot from Micro Robots has a special rule when used in Ricochet Robots: it can pass through walls, adding an extra layer of strategy to the classic game.
