King of Tokyo*
King of Tokyo is a game where players take on the roles of mutant monsters, robots, and aliens, all competing to become the sole King of Tokyo.
Gameplay
- Roll six dice at the start of each turn, featuring symbols for Victory Points, Energy, Heal, and Attack.
- Choose which dice to keep or discard over three rolls to gain points, energy, heal, or attack other players.
- The fiercest player occupies Tokyo, earning extra points but facing all other monsters alone.
- Use energy to buy special cards with permanent or temporary effects, enhancing your abilities.
Winning
- Victory can be achieved by accumulating 20 victory points or being the last monster standing after the battles.
King of Tokyo offers intense monster battles and strategic card play, where only one can claim the title of King of Tokyo.
Nominated for 19 awards and won 7.
- 2 - 6 Players
- 30 Minutes
- 8+ years old
- Immediately playable
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- Position 42 in The best games recommended ❤️ by Spiegel Online magazine
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