Battle to the Last

by | Dec 3, 2024 | Artwork #3: Intervene

This conveys the intensity and determination of the game while maintaining its focus on accessibility and teamwork

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Objective

Players form two teams of two (2v2). The goal is to eliminate all opponents by reducing their health to zero or to gain strategic control of the board through power-ups, positioning, and teamwork.

 

Setup

Players: 4 players, split into two teams of two.

Health: Each player starts with 3 health points.

Starting Positions: Players randomly begin at one of the S tiles in the four corners.

Hand Cards: Each player starts with:

1 Attack Card (+1 to +3 attack points, randomized).

1 Defense Card (+1 to +3 defense points, randomized).

Board Elements:

Teleport Point (T): Allows players to teleport to any unoccupied tile.

Power-Up Tiles (?): Grants a random power-up card upon landing.

Card Tiles (C): Grants a random attack or defense card.

Obstacles (X): Tiles that cannot be crossed or landed on.

 

Gameplay

  1. Turn Order

Each player takes turns rolling a six-sided dice and moves according to the result:

1: Move left.

2: Move diagonally forward-left.

3: Move forward.

4: Move diagonally forward-right.

5: Move right.

6: Move backward.

  1. Movement Rules

Players must follow the dice direction unless blocked by an obstacle (X) or the board edge.

 

If a player lands on:

C (Card Tile): Draws a random attack or defense card (up to 3 cards in hand).

? (Power-Up Tile): Draws a random power-up card.

T (Teleport Point): May instantly teleport to any unoccupied tile.

  1. Hand Management

Maximum hand size: 3 cards. If a new card is drawn while at the limit, discard one card.

Cards are played during battles or special actions (e.g., traps, debuffs).

  1. Combat

Combat occurs when two players are within 1 tile of each other. The attacking player initiates the challenge.

 

Combat Process:

Both players roll a dice.

Players may play cards to boost attack or defense.

Compare final scores:

Higher score wins; loser loses 1 health.

In case of a tie, neither player takes damage.

Special Cards: Power-ups or traps may influence the combat outcome.

  1. Team Strategy

Team members can coordinate movement and support each other in battles.

Players can use the Teleport Point strategically to assist teammates or escape danger.

Victory Conditions

A team loses when both players have 0 health.

Alternatively, victory can be determined by controlling strategic areas (e.g., teleport point or power-up tiles) for a certain number of turns.

Additional Mechanics

Power-Up Cards:

Provide unique abilities such as healing, extra moves, or combat buffs.

Obstacles (X):

Players must navigate around these tiles, creating choke points and strategic paths.

Randomization:

Card draws and dice rolls ensure no two games are the same, balancing strategy with luck.

 

Game Duration

Estimated playtime: 20-40 minutes, depending on the number of battles and strategic use of cards and teleportation.

 

Playtest feedback

  1. This 2v2 combat game shows promise in teamwork, though excessive RNG overshadows strategic depth. Consider reducing randomness, enhancing strategic elements, and improving pacing for a smoother gameplay experience.
  2. It’s a really fun game