5.3
rating
Ludopedia
6.2
rating
BGG
Our Verdict
RECOMMENDED
If you enjoy card games with deck building and a touch of time manipulation, Time Masters might be your game! It's quick and has some neat twists to keep things dynamic.
Highlights
- Clever deck building
- Cards go straight to hand
- Player interaction
- Unique resource management
Keep in mind
- Limited strategic depth
- Theme can feel weak
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About the game
What you do in a play session
Prepare for a mage duel where time is your greatest ally (or enemy!) in Time Masters. This fast-paced card game for 2 to 4 players puts you in the shoes of a powerful sorcerer aiming to dominate the temporal manipulation tournament. The goal? Accumulate the most knowledge, which translates into victory points, before time runs out. Each mage uses 'Kè's,' a kind of temporal energy, to cast their spells. You start with four Kè's and can gain more by playing special concentration cards. The big twist here is your deck building: cards you acquire during the game go straight to your hand, allowing you to use them on your very next turn! This creates explosive combos and lets you craft unique strategies. Additionally, special 'Timer' cards let you hold a spell to use on the following turn, setting up master plays to surprise your opponents. With over 30% of the cards focused on direct player interactions, expect plenty of competition and twists. Kè management is handled off your hand, preventing clutter and keeping the focus on spell strategy. Time Masters offers an agile and engaging deck-building experience where resource management and anticipating opponent moves are crucial to becoming the ultimate Time Master.
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Best player count
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2
BEST
3
REC
4
REC
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Mechanics, categories, families and credits
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Families
Publisher
GaGa Games, MushrooM Games (II)
Designer
Nicholas Bodart, Pierre-Emmanuel Legrain
Artist
Dimitri Piot
Community
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Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers before you buy
What is the average playtime for Time Masters?
A game of Time Masters typically lasts between 30 to 45 minutes, making it a quite fast-paced game.
Is Time Masters a difficult game to learn?
No, the complexity is considered moderate (BGG weight 2.5/5). The rules are relatively straightforward, focusing more on card strategy.
How many players can participate?
The game is designed for 2 to 4 players and works well across different player counts.
What are the 'Kè's' and how do they work?
'Kè's' are the temporal energy you use to cast spells. You start with a few and can gain more by playing specific cards.
Do purchased cards go to your hand or discard pile?
One of the interesting mechanics is that purchased cards go directly to your hand, allowing them to be played on your very next turn!
Is there a lot of player interaction?
Yes, over 30% of the spell cards cause direct player interactions, making the game quite dynamic and competitive.
Is this game for players who enjoy specific themes?
The theme is fantasy with time travel. If you enjoy mages and temporal manipulation, you'll appreciate it more. The deck-building mechanic is the strong point.
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