Summary
- Release Year: 2015
- Genres: Strategy
- Platforms: Linux, PC (Microsoft Windows)
- Developers: Ankama Games
- Publishers: Ankama Studio
Krosmaster Arena: A Tactical Board Game Adventure
Introduction
Krosmaster Arena is a tactical board game that combines strategy, epic battles, and a healthy dose of black humor. Released in 2015, the game has quickly gained a loyal following among fans of board games and video games alike. Players take on the role of one of over 100 characters from the Krosmoz universe, each with their own unique abilities and playstyles. The game can be played solo against AI opponents or against other players in local or online multiplayer.
Gameplay
Krosmaster Arena is played on a hexagonal grid board. Players take turns moving their characters around the board, using their abilities to attack opponents, heal allies, or buff themselves. The game uses a dice-rolling system to determine the outcome of attacks and abilities.
Each character has a set of stats, including Health, Movement, Range, and Initiative. Health represents how much damage a character can take before being knocked out. Movement determines how many spaces a character can move in a single turn. Range determines how far a character can attack from. Initiative determines the order in which characters take their turns.
In addition to their stats, each character also has a set of abilities. Abilities can be used to attack opponents, heal allies, buff themselves, or perform other special actions. Abilities are limited by the number of Action Points (AP) a character has. AP is generated at the beginning of each turn and is used to activate abilities.
The goal of the game is to be the last player standing. Players can win by knocking out all of their opponents’ characters or by completing certain objectives, such as capturing a specific point on the board.
Characters
There are over 100 characters to choose from in Krosmaster Arena. Each character has their own unique abilities and playstyles. Some characters are better at dealing damage, while others are better at healing or supporting their allies. Players can choose to play as their favorite characters from the Krosmoz universe or experiment with different characters to find the ones that best suit their playstyle.
Game Modes
Krosmaster Arena offers a variety of game modes to choose from. The Adventure mode is a single-player campaign that features a unique storyline and challenging battles. The PvP Arena mode allows players to battle against each other online or locally. The Draft mode allows players to build a team of characters from a random pool of cards.
Expansions
Krosmaster Arena has received several expansions since its release. Each expansion adds new characters, maps, and game modes to the base game. The expansions also introduce new mechanics and gameplay elements, such as new types of abilities and new ways to win the game.
Reception
Krosmaster Arena has been well-received by critics and players alike. The game has been praised for its strategic gameplay, charming characters, and black humor. Krosmaster Arena has also been nominated for several awards, including the Golden Geek Award for Best Board Game.
Conclusion
Krosmaster Arena is a tactical board game that offers a unique blend of strategy, epic battles, and black humor. The game’s diverse cast of characters, variety of game modes, and endless replayability make it a must-have for fans of board games and video games alike.
Review Score
8/10
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