If you're a fan of 80s adventure movies, 'Raiders of the Lost Relics' is a treat! This tableau-building card game is a love letter to pop culture, blending strategy with plenty of action. The experience is an exciting race to assemble the perfect team of relic hunters, equip them, and go in search of legendary artifacts, all with art that directly evokes nostalgia. It's a game that promises a lot of fun and twists right up to the last point.
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Get ready for a nostalgic adventure with 'Raiders of the Lost Relics', a card game that transports you directly into the golden age of 80s action and adventure movies! Created by three talented Brazilian illustrators, this tableau-building game dives deep into pop culture, offering an experience full of adrenaline and references that fans will love. Here, you take on the role of a fearless relic hunter, searching for the rarest and most coveted artifacts in the world. Your goal is to assemble a group of unique characters, each with special abilities that can change the game's rules or secure valuable points. These characters possess different skill levels such as Strength, Dexterity, Intelligence, and Occultism, which are enhanced with equipment cards. Each piece of equipment not only boosts your skills but can also bring instant or permanent effects, further altering the game's dynamic. By strategically equipping your characters, you can meet the relic requirements and add them to your collection. The first player to accumulate eight relics triggers the end of the game. Victory goes to the relic hunter with the most points, which are calculated from collected relics, characters in your tableau, fulfilled contracts, and end-game scoring bonuses. It's an exciting race against time and your opponents to become the greatest relic hunter of all!
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What is the average playtime for Raiders of the Lost Relics? expand_more
A game typically lasts between 30 and 90 minutes, depending on the number of players and familiarity with the rules. It's perfect for a quicker gaming session or to fill out an evening.
How many players can participate? expand_more
The game accommodates 1 to 6 players. Yes, it has a solo mode for when you want to hunt relics on your own, and it scales well for larger groups, keeping the fun going!
What is the complexity level of the game? expand_more
We don't have the official BGG weight yet, but based on the description of the mechanics (hand management, tableau building, set collection), it seems to have a medium complexity. It's not a super light 'filler', but it's not a heavy eurogame either. It should be accessible after a few rounds.
What comes in the box? Do I need many extra components? expand_more
Being a tableau-building card game, we expect many character, equipment, and relic cards, plus perhaps some tokens. There's no indication of complex extra components, so the box likely comes with everything you need to start the adventure!
Who is 'Raiders of the Lost Relics' recommended for? expand_more
It's highly recommended for fans of card games with tableau-building strategy, for those who enjoy adventure themes, and especially for those with a soft spot for pop culture and 80s action movies. If you're looking for a game with cool art and mechanics that fit the theme well, you'll love it!
Does the game have much player interaction? expand_more
Yes! Although each player builds their own tableau, the open drafting mechanic and the race to collect relics ensure constant interaction. You'll always be keeping an eye on what your opponents are picking up and what you might 'steal' from them.