Renegade

Victory Point Games · Board game · 2018
1–5 · best 1 Solo 90 min Weight 3.7/5
8.6 rating Ludopedia
7.6 rating BGG
Buy · from US$ 39.30
8.6 rating Ludopedia
7.6 rating BGG
Our Verdict
HIGHLY RECOMMENDED

If you love cyberpunk and deck‑building, Renegade offers a fun hack with solid strategy.

Highlights
  • Unique blend of deck‑building and hacking
  • Modular board gives lots of options
  • Well‑crafted solo mode
Keep in mind
  • Moderate learning curve
  • Some rules are lengthy
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About the game

What you do in a play session

Renegade thrusts you into a dystopian future where Sapporo is ruled by four Super‑Massive‑Computers (SMCs). You become a Renegade Decker, a hacker trying to breach each SMC's five‑server network using informational, destructive, deceptive and cognitive attacks. Every SMC runs its own AI, growing harder to defeat as you progress. Along the way you must survive Countermeasure events that can shut you down or unleash Sparks and Guardians to block your path. To upgrade your command deck you visit the Hack Shack, an underground bar full of smugglers, hit‑men and fixers, trading for new cards, tools, software and intel. The game blends deck‑building, hand management, action points and dice rolling on a modular hex grid that represents the network. Play solo or with up to four allies, cooperating against the AI threats or competing to become the most skilled Renegade. Push‑Your‑Luck appears when you gamble on Countermeasures, while Area Majority decides who controls critical network sectors. With 1‑5 players, about 90 minutes per session and a 3.7 weight, it offers a moderate learning curve perfect for cyber‑punk fans who enjoy strategic deck‑building without overwhelming complexity. Modular boards, variable player powers and solo rules ensure each hack feels fresh.

Rules videos

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Best player count

BGG community vote

1–5 players
1 BEST
2 REC
3 REC
4 OK
5 OK

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Game details

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Crowdfunding: Kickstarter Digital Implementations: Tabletopia Misc: LongPack Games Players: Games with expansions that change player count Players: Games with Solitaire Rules Theme: Cyberpunk Theme: Hackers
Publisher Victory Point Games
Designer Richard Wilkins
Artist Clark Miller

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Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers before you buy

7 questions
How long does a game usually take?
Approximately 90 minutes, depending on player count and familiarity.
What is the player count?
1 to 5 players, including a solo mode.
How complex is the game?
Rated 3.7/5 on BGG – moderate learning curve, suitable for players with some deck‑building experience.
What components are included?
Command cards, event cards, dice, Sparks/Guardians tokens, modular hex board, action markers and assorted tokens.
Do I need deep cyberpunk knowledge to enjoy it?
No, the theme is purely atmospheric; the rules are explained clearly for newcomers.
Can I play without expansions?
Yes, the base game contains everything needed for the core mechanics.
Is there a digital version?
Yes, an official Tabletopia implementation lets you play online.

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