Burgle Bros.
- Designer Tim Fowers
- Publisher Fowers Games , 2Tomatoes Games , Choo Choo Games , Niza Gams , Reflexshop
- Illustration Virginia Critchfield , Ryan Goldsberry , Heiko Günther
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Start for freeWhat to Expect
In Burgle Bros., you play as a crew of burglars trying to crack safes in a high-security building without getting caught. You move on a modular board with multiple floors, use limited action points, and must avoid guards. Each guard encounter costs stealth tokens; losing all means game over. Team coordination and careful planning are essential to open all safes and escape via the rooftop helicopter.
Who Is This Game For?
Burgle Bros. is aimed at gamers aged 12 and up with some experience, suitable for both families and enthusiasts. The approximately 90-minute playtime requires patience and strategic thinking. It also supports solo play for those who enjoy tactical challenges alone.
How It Works
Players spend action points to move on a grid-based modular board, interact with elements, and attempt to crack safes. Dice rolling introduces chance to certain actions, while map addition creates varied room layouts. The cooperative mechanics require players to work together to open all safes and reach the rooftop escape point before running out of stealth tokens.
What Makes It Special
Designed by Tim Fowers, Burgle Bros. was nominated in 2015 for several Golden Geek Awards including Best Family and Best Solo Board Game. It stands out for blending cooperative action-point gameplay with dice rolling and a modular 3D board in a spy heist theme, offering tactical depth and engaging teamwork.
Awards
2015
- 2015 Board Game Quest Awards Best Coop Game — Nominated
- 2015 Board Game Quest Awards Best Game from a Small Publisher — Nominated
Pro
- Cooperative gameplay with solo mode
- Modular 3D board adds variety
- Combination of action points and dice rolling
- Thematic spy heist setting
Contra
- Relatively long playtime (~90 minutes)
- Requires strategic planning and teamwork
- Less suitable for players under 12
Setting & Atmosphäre
The game takes place inside a high-security multi-floor building. Players act as burglars aiming to crack safes and escape undetected.
Tipp für Einsteiger
Focus early on teamwork and avoiding guards to conserve your stealth tokens.
Häufige Fragen
Can I play this solo?
Yes, Burgle Bros. includes a solo mode.
How long does a game really take?
A typical game lasts about 90 minutes, depending on players and experience.
What prior experience do I need?
It's aimed at gamers 12+ with some cooperative game experience.
How does this compare to similar games?
Burgle Bros. uniquely combines modular boards, action points, and dice in a cooperative spy heist setting.
Is this suitable for families?
Yes, for ages 12+, though it requires players willing to engage in longer, tactical sessions.
What mechanic makes it special?
Its mix of action points, modular board design, and cooperative play stands out.
Fazit
Burgle Bros. is recommended for players who enjoy cooperative tactical games and heist themes. It works well solo or with a team but demands strategic planning and patience.
