Anarcade Deck Building Game: Vector Blue
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- Designer Steve Vilbig
- Publisher Topodog
- Illustration Steve Vilbig
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What to Expect
Step into a smoky retro arcade where you build your deck and plan actions simultaneously to dominate high score tables. Players use coins to buy better cards and score on arcade games, aiming to control three games first. Strategic deck, bag, and pool building combined with quick decision-making define the gameplay.
Who Is This Game For?
This game is aimed at experienced players who enjoy strategic two-player duels. It is a medium-weight game lasting about 60 minutes, suitable for ages 10 and up. Beginners in deck building might find the depth challenging at first.
How It Works
Each player starts with a basic deck and plays cards to earn coins. These coins are spent to acquire better cards or to score points on games. The core mechanics include deck, bag, and pool building, alongside simultaneous action selection, requiring players to plan and react to opponents' moves. Controlling three games wins you the match.
What Makes It Special
Designed by Steve Vilbig, Vector Blue mixes classic deck building with simultaneous action selection and strategic control of high score tables. Part of the Anarcade series, it offers a humorous retro arcade video game theme. The blend of deck, bag, and pool building makes it a unique two-player experience.
Pro
- Deep two-player deck-building strategy
- Combination of deck, bag, and pool building
- Simultaneous action selection increases interaction
- Humorous retro arcade theme
Contra
- Only playable with two players
- Strategic depth may challenge beginners
- About 60 minutes playtime requires patience
Setting & atmosphere
Set in a dark, smoky arcade filled with retro video game vibes where players compete for the highest scores on classic games.
Tips for beginners
Focus first on understanding how deck building and simultaneous action selection interact before exploring complex strategies.
Frequently asked questions
Can I play this solo?
No, Anarcade Deck Building Game: Vector Blue is designed exclusively for two players.
How long does a game really take?
A game lasts about 60 minutes, plus a short setup and explanation time.
What prior experience do I need?
This is a medium-weight game; some familiarity with deck-building mechanics is helpful.
How does this compare to similar games?
Its unique combination of deck, bag, and pool building with simultaneous action selection sets it apart in two-player games.
Is this suitable for families?
Suitable for ages 10+, but due to strategic depth better for experienced players than younger children.
What mechanic makes it special?
The mix of deck, bag, and pool building combined with simultaneous action selection defines the gameplay.
Fazit
Recommended for fans of tactical deck-building duels focused on control and strategy, ideal for two players with about an hour to play.
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