# Robo Rally ## General Info - **Year Published**: 2016 - **BGG Rating**: 6.9 - **BGG Rank**: #1768 - **Players**: 2-6 (Best with: 4) - **Duration**: 20-120 min - **Weight**: 2.36 / 5 - **Designers**: Richard Garfield - **Artists**: Benjamin Raynal - **Publishers**: Avalon Hill, Hasbro - **Categories**: Maze, Miniatures, Racing, Science Fiction - **Mechanics**: Action Queue, Bias, Grid Movement, Hand Management, Line of Sight, Lose a Turn, Modular Board, Pattern Movement, Programmed Movement, Race, Simultaneous Action Selection, Slide / Push, Square Grid, Take That, Turn Order: Stat-Based, Variable Player Powers, Variable Set-up ## Verdict If you love fast races and card strategy, Robo Rally will hook you.Real‑time programmingSabotage challengesModular boardCard complexityCheck damage rulesHIGHLY RECOMMENDED ## Description Robo Rally is the game where you control factory robots that, during the week, assemble high‑speed cars, but come alive on Saturday nights when the factory turns into a race track full of traps and sabotage. Each player gets a deck of twenty identical cards and, each turn, draws nine, programs five, and discards the rest. The ‘Again’ cards repeat the previous slot’s action, while the ‘Energy’ card gives an energy cube that can be used to buy extra movement options. The change from earlier editions is that movement order is no longer priority‑based but determined by how close each robot is to a transmitter on the board. When a robot takes damage, it doesn’t lose cards or lock registers; instead it receives damage cards that are shuffled into its deck. Normal damage such as lasers or pits creates ‘spam’ cards that, when programmed, are removed from play and replaced by the top card of the deck. There are also special damage types: trojans that give two spam, viruses that infect neighboring players, and worms that force a reboot, adding more damage cards. Playing these damage cards removes them from the hand, letting the robot keep moving but with more obstacles ahead. The board is modular, allowing different setups each game, and movement is programmed on a square grid with paths that require careful attention to curves, lasers, and conveyor belts. The ‘Take That’ mechanic lets you attack or steal resources from opponents, while ‘Slide / Push’ can shift pieces and change the race dynamics. If you enjoy anticipatory strategy, hand management, and tight competition, Robo Rally delivers a frenetic experience where every decision can be the difference between victory and defeat. Even with the complexity of programming five cards per turn, the fast pace and the joy of watching your robots slide and collide make this game a favorite among fans of miniature racing with plenty of action and humor. ## FAQ ### How long does a Robo Rally game take? Typically 20 to 30 minutes, depending on player count and board setup. ### What is the minimum recommended age? 12 and up; older kids can play with a bit of guidance. ### Do I need card game experience? Not required, but it helps to grasp programming and hand‑management. ### What are the key components? Robot miniatures, action cards, energy cubes, sand timers, and modular board pieces. ### Who enjoys Robo Rally the most? Players who like direct competition, anticipatory planning, and obstacle challenges. ### How does the ‘Take That’ mechanic work? During your turn, you can use a ‘Take That’ card to attack another robot, dealing damage or blocking it. ## Price Comparison ### Best International Offers - **BoardGamePrices.com**: $ 29.99 (https://boardgameprices.com/item/go?source=A&storeitemid=4887059&utm_source=boardgamesbot.com) - **BoardGamePrices.com**: $ 30.52 (https://boardgameprices.com/item/go?source=A&storeitemid=3849681&utm_source=boardgamesbot.com) - **BoardGamePrices.com**: $ 43.01 (https://boardgameprices.com/item/go?source=A&storeitemid=6077670&utm_source=boardgamesbot.com) - **BoardGamePrices.com**: $ 47.93 (https://boardgameprices.com/item/go?source=A&storeitemid=7050109&utm_source=boardgamesbot.com) - **BoardGamePrices.com**: $ 47.97 (https://boardgameprices.com/item/go?source=A&storeitemid=489319&utm_source=boardgamesbot.com) - **BoardGamePrices.com**: $ 48.54 (https://boardgameprices.com/item/go?source=A&storeitemid=6896886&utm_source=boardgamesbot.com) - **BoardGamePrices.com**: $ 49.61 (https://boardgameprices.com/item/go?source=A&storeitemid=1061364&utm_source=boardgamesbot.com) - **BoardGamePrices.com**: $ 50.00 (https://boardgameprices.com/item/go?source=A&storeitemid=5791580&utm_source=boardgamesbot.com) - **BoardGamePrices.com**: $ 51.39 (https://boardgameprices.com/item/go?source=A&storeitemid=3438591&utm_source=boardgamesbot.com) - **BoardGamePrices.com**: $ 56.74 (https://boardgameprices.com/item/go?source=A&storeitemid=2228442&utm_source=boardgamesbot.com) - See all on BoardGamePrices: https://boardgameprices.com/item/show/19688/robo-rally?utm_source=boardgamesbot.com