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8.0
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BGG
Our Verdict
Perfect for those who love cooperative tactical combat and want to feel the pressure of facing robot hordes. The highlight is the constant campaign tension.
Highlights
- Highly detailed miniatures
- Engaging campaign progression
- Modular board keeps games fresh
- Real survival tension
Keep in mind
- Learning curve for beginners
- Heavy reliance on text translation
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Get ready for the war against the machines! In Terminator Genisys: Rise of the Resistance, you and your friends step into the boots of the Resistance leaders in a desperate struggle to save humanity from Skynet's grip. Forget about peace: this is all about tactics, strategy, and high tension. The game places you in a hostile environment where every step could be your last, requiring total coordination to avoid being annihilated by the Terminators.
The experience is modular and dynamic. You can pick standalone missions via the scenario guide or dive deep into the campaign mode, where the story unfolds and the stakes rise. The board is built using tiles, meaning the battlefield changes every game, forcing the group to adapt constantly. Movement happens on a grid, and line of sight is crucial: knowing where to position yourself to fire or hide can be the difference between victory and extinction.
The core of the gameplay lies in dice management. When rolling dice, you're not just hoping for luck; you must intelligently allocate those results between special abilities, weapon attacks, and movement. It's a game of priorities: do you push forward to the next waypoint or spend your resources to take down that T-800 closing in on your ally? With detailed miniatures that bring the movie's atmosphere to the table, the game delivers a constant sense of urgency and danger. If you enjoy cooperative games with tactical combat and love the pressure of being outnumbered by relentless enemies, this is the game for you. Just remember: Skynet doesn't forgive mistakes, so plan every move carefully!
The experience is modular and dynamic. You can pick standalone missions via the scenario guide or dive deep into the campaign mode, where the story unfolds and the stakes rise. The board is built using tiles, meaning the battlefield changes every game, forcing the group to adapt constantly. Movement happens on a grid, and line of sight is crucial: knowing where to position yourself to fire or hide can be the difference between victory and extinction.
The core of the gameplay lies in dice management. When rolling dice, you're not just hoping for luck; you must intelligently allocate those results between special abilities, weapon attacks, and movement. It's a game of priorities: do you push forward to the next waypoint or spend your resources to take down that T-800 closing in on your ally? With detailed miniatures that bring the movie's atmosphere to the table, the game delivers a constant sense of urgency and danger. If you enjoy cooperative games with tactical combat and love the pressure of being outnumbered by relentless enemies, this is the game for you. Just remember: Skynet doesn't forgive mistakes, so plan every move carefully!
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Categories
Families
Publisher
River Horse (Europe) Ltd, Black Book Éditions, Galápagos Jogos, Gen-X Games (GenX), Grimspire, Lynnvander Studios, Wyrd Edizioni
Designer
Aron Murch, Josh Derksen, Thomas M. Gofton
Artist
Josh Derksen, Steve Argyle
Is the game too complex?
It's rated as 'Expert'. It's not impossible, but it requires attention to line-of-sight rules and dice allocation.
Can I play it solo?
Yes! The game has specific solitaire rules, allowing you to lead the Resistance on your own.
How long does a game take?
Expect to spend between 90 and 120 minutes per mission, depending on the scenario's complexity.
Do I need a translation to play?
Yes, there is a high language dependency, especially for understanding scenarios and the campaign narrative.
Are the miniatures good?
Yes, they are a highlight of the game, bringing the movie's aesthetic to the table with great quality.
Is it hard to win?
Yes, it's a challenging cooperative game. Skynet is relentless, and victory requires total group coordination.