Rumblebots

DV Games, Broadway Toys LTD · Board game · 2024
— Ludopedia 6.7 BGG 2–4 · best 4 60 min Weight 2.4/5
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RECOMMENDED

If you're into the adrenaline of video game auto battlers and want to bring that vibe to the tabletop, Rumblebots is a solid bet! It's a card game that challenges you to assemble an insane robot army, with plenty of strategic deck building and the thrill of watching your machines duke it out. Perfect for those who enjoy thinking ahead and savoring combat with a touch of automation.

Highlights
  • Strategic deck building
  • Auto battler style combat
  • Futuristic robot theme
  • Direct player interaction
  • Important tactical decisions
Keep in mind
  • Can have luck of the draw
  • Initial learning curve
  • Semi-automatic combat
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About the game

What you do in a play session

In a distant future, humanity has vanished, leaving behind only lush nature and sentient machines that now roam the Earth. These machines, known as Bots, have a single purpose: to fight! Rumblebots is a deck management card game inspired by popular Auto Battler video games, where you assemble your team of combat robots and launch them into the arena to see who will be the last one standing. The game's dynamic unfolds over six rounds, each with two crucial phases: Build and Battle. In the Build Phase, the fun begins! You'll recruit new Bots for your deck, seeking powerful synergies, recycling units that are no longer useful, or leveling up your robots to create increasingly formidable machines. How about risking it all with an army of simpler, yet aggressive automatons? The choice is yours, and strategy is key. Next, in the Battle Phase, it's time to see your creations in action. Teams clash in a series of almost automatic battles. The current champion is challenged by the next team, and the last champion remaining in the arena earns valuable crystals to upgrade their Workshop and further evolve their Bots. In the final showdown, the last team of Bots standing secures victory!

Rules videos

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2 videos

Best player count

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2–4 players
2 REC
3 REC
4 BEST

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Game details

Mechanics, categories, families and credits

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Misc: DIZED Tutorial Theme: Robots
Publisher DV Games, Broadway Toys LTD
Designer Michele Piccolini
Artist Daniele Rudoni, Ekaterina Kuznetsova, Maja Misztal, Riccardo Pieruccini, Riccardo Varisco, Ron Tsfany

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15want to play

Frequently Asked Questions

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6 questions
How many players can participate in Rumblebots?
Rumblebots is designed for 2 to 4 players, making it great for both intense duels and group battles.
What is the average playtime for a game of Rumblebots?
A game of Rumblebots typically lasts between 60 and 60 minutes, depending on the number of players and familiarity with the rules.
What is the complexity level of Rumblebots?
With a BGG weight of 2.4286/5, Rumblebots is considered of medium complexity. It offers strategic depth in deck building, but the combat rules are relatively straightforward.
Is Rumblebots a game for those who enjoy direct confrontations?
Absolutely! The essence of Rumblebots is combat between robot teams. If you enjoy seeing your strategies directly clash with those of your opponents, you'll love it.
What are the main components of the game?
Rumblebots is a card game, so expect plenty of Bot card decks, upgrade cards, and likely some tokens to track levels and crystals.
Is there a 'catch up' mechanic for players who are behind?
Yes, the 'Catch the Leader' mechanic is present, meaning the game tries to keep the competition balanced, giving trailing players chances to recover.

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