# Shadow Agents

## General Info
- **Year Published**: 2016
- **BGG Rating**: 5.8
- **BGG Rank**: —
- **Players**: 2 (Best with: 2)
- **Duration**: 10-30 min
- **Weight**: 1.25 / 5
- **Designers**: C. S. Ferguson
- **Publishers**: (Web published), Pocket Option Games
- **Categories**: Science Fiction
- **Mechanics**: Action Queue

## Verdict
If you love tight, fast duels, Shadow Agents packs pure adrenaline into half an hour.Fast, tense pacingStrategic action queueNo dice, pure decisionOnly for two playersLimited depth for long‑game fansRECOMMENDED

## Description
Shadow Agents is a tiny, fast, diceless microgame that pits a secret spy against a master villain in a race against the clock. Each match lasts 10 to 30 minutes and is strictly for two players, making it ideal for quick play sessions or travel. The agent selects one of four operatives, each equipped with spy gear, mission experience, and military training, and must infiltrate the villain's stronghold on the dreaded Skullcrusher Mountain, dodge traps, cameras, and guards, and locate the hidden control room where the doomsday device sits. 

On the opposite side, the mastermind has already started the countdown on his apocalyptic weapon. He hides the control room somewhere on the map and fills the lair with traps, sentry guns, guard dogs, and cameras, aiming to capture or block the agent before the objective is reached. The game uses an Action Queue mechanic: both players fill a queue of actions and resolve them in order, creating a tense rhythm and letting each anticipate the opponent's moves. 

There are no cards or dice; everything resolves through strategic action choices and positioning. The game ends when the agent enters the control room and disables the device (agent win) or when the villain successfully traps the agent (villain win). Its low weight (1.25/5) makes it approachable for beginners, while the tactical depth of the action queue satisfies seasoned gamers. In short, Shadow Agents packs tension and replayability into a compact, affordable package.

## FAQ
### How many players can play?
The game is strictly for two players: one secret agent and one villain.

### How long does a game take?
Typically 10 to 30 minutes, depending on player experience.

### What is the complexity level?
Weight 1.25/5 – very easy to learn, with some strategic depth.

### What components are included?
Agent and villain miniatures, modular board tiles, trap markers, action tokens, and a concise rulebook.

### Do I need dice or cards?
No. All actions are resolved through the Action Queue each player builds.

### Who is this game for?
Perfect for fans of quick, asymmetric duels and planning‑heavy mechanics.

### Are there expansions or variants?
Currently there are no official expansions for Shadow Agents.