Challengers!*
Challengers! offers a fresh and dynamic deck-management experience, where 1-8 players engage in a tournament-style battle that lasts around 45 minutes, regardless of the number of players. This game stands out by allowing players to encounter a new opponent in each round, pushing the excitement and strategic planning to new heights with every match.
Gameplay Overview
- Deck Building: Players strategically build their deck by choosing new members from a diverse cast of 75 distinct characters, including wizards, aliens, cats, gangsters, and krakens, each offering over 40 unique effects.
- Tournament Play: The game unfolds over seven rounds, with players vying for flags, fans, and trophies to qualify for the final showdown.
- Match Phase: Holding the flag to win trophies and gathering the most fans are crucial strategies for advancing to the final and winning the game.
Special Features
- Diverse Character Pool: The wide array of characters ensures no two games are the same, offering endless strategies and synergies.
- Autobattler Adaptation: Challengers! proudly positions itself as the first board game adaptation of a digital Autobattler, blending physical and digital gaming elements.
- Scalable Player Count: Designed to provide the same level of engagement and pace, whether playing solo or with up to seven friends.
Conclusion
Challengers! is an innovative and engaging board game that captures the essence of digital Autobattlers in a physical format. Its unique deck-building mechanics, coupled with the thrilling tournament structure, make for a highly replayable and strategic gaming experience. Whether you're strategizing solo or competing with a group, Challengers! promises a fun and dynamic challenge that will keep you coming back for more.
Nominated for 11 awards and won 5.
⭐️ Kennerspiel des Jahres 2023
- 1 - 8 Players
- 45 Minutes
- 8+ years old
- Easy to learn
We like Challengers! so much that we recommend it in the following board game recommendation lists 2024
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- Position 5 in All "Deutscher Spielepreis🇩🇪 2023" game award winners & nominees in comparison
- Position 14 in Our predictions for the Winners of the Spiel des Jahres🇩🇪 2023 Award
- Position 16 in The Best Games from Z-Man Games Inc. 🇺🇸🏢
- Position 4 in The best games where you can construct your deck of cards before the game starts
- Position 30 in The best "Gioco dell'Anno🇮🇹" winners and nominees
- Position 28 in The best "Spiel des Jahres🇩🇪" board games
- Position 12 in The best sports board games 👟