Dragon Rage
- Designer Lewis Pulsipher
- Publisher Dwarfstar Games , Flatlined Games , Heritage USA
- Illustration Miguel Coimbra , David Helber , Lionel Liron , Tom Maxwell , Kenn Nishiuye
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Start for freeWhat to Expect
Dragon Rage features mythical creatures like dragons, orcs, and giants attacking a walled medieval city on a colorful hex grid map. The game includes six scenarios and a table for creating custom battles with various monster and city defense combinations. Players engage in tactical combat with dice rolls and unit movement on hex tiles.
Who Is This Game For?
This game is aimed at fans of tactical wargames and fantasy themes who want a two-player experience. With a playtime around 120 minutes, it suits players aged 12 and up who enjoy longer, strategic games requiring planning and tactics.
How It Works
Players control units such as knights, dragons, and mythical creatures on a hexagon grid, using dice rolling to resolve combat. They select scenarios or design their own missions featuring different troop sets. The objective is to defend or assault the city through tactical positioning and combat results.
What Makes It Special
Designed by Lewis Pulsipher in 1982, Dragon Rage combines fantasy theming with tactical wargaming mechanics. It belongs to the Dwarfstar Games series and specializes in two-player, scenario-driven battles using dice and hex grids.
Pro
- Classic fantasy wargame with detailed setting
- Six scenarios plus custom mission options
- Tactical two-player gameplay with dice rolling and hex grid
- Part of the Dwarfstar Games series
Contra
- Only for two players
- Relatively long playtime around 120 minutes
- Requires strategic thinking suitable from age 12
Setting & Atmosphäre
Set in a medieval fantasy world, the game depicts a walled city under siege by mythical creatures. The map shows various terrain types affecting movement and combat tactics.
Tipp für Einsteiger
Start with the included scenarios to learn the mechanics before creating your own missions.
Häufige Fragen
Can I play this solo?
Dragon Rage is designed exclusively for two players and does not include a solo mode.
How long does a game really take?
A typical game lasts about 120 minutes, depending on scenario and player experience.
What prior experience do I need?
The game targets fans of tactical wargames and requires strategic planning but no deep prior experience.
How does this compare to similar games?
Dragon Rage combines fantasy theming with dice rolling and hex grid tactical combat in scenario-based play, typical of Dwarfstar Games.
Is this suitable for families?
Due to complexity and length, it is better suited for players aged 12 and older rather than young families.
What mechanic makes it special?
Its blend of dice rolling and hex grid movement in a scenario/campaign structure defines its gameplay.
Fazit
Dragon Rage is a solid choice for fans of classic fantasy tactical wargames seeking a two-player duel. Its longer playtime and detailed fantasy setting appeal to those who enjoy strategic hex-based combat.
