Droids
- Designer Dominique Ehrhard
- Publisher Eurogames
- Illustration Dominique Ehrhard
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Start for freeWhat to Expect
In Droids, you program and pilot a robot on a grid board, placing command tiles on your programming board to move and attack. Anticipating opponents’ moves is key to eliminating their robots and being the last one standing. The game blends simultaneous action selection with secret unit deployment and tactical planning.
Who Is This Game For?
Droids suits experienced players who enjoy tactical combat and programming mechanics. With a 60-minute playtime, it fits well into game nights. Players should be at least 12 years old and comfortable with strategy and combat systems.
How It Works
Players simultaneously select actions and place them in an action queue. You program your droid using command tiles on a personal grid and deploy your unit secretly. Combat and movement are driven by campaign or battle cards. This creates a tactical contest where planning and anticipation are crucial.
What Makes It Special
Designed by Dominique Ehrhard, Droids uniquely combines Action Queue and Secret Unit Deployment mechanics in a sci-fi combat setting. It stands out by mixing simultaneous action choice with programmable movement. Although it hasn't won awards, it remains a classic in tactical robot games.
Awards
1992
Pro
- Unique blend of Action Queue and Secret Unit Deployment
- Tactical depth through programmable commands
- Includes solo mode
- Relatively short 60-minute playtime
Contra
- Requires learning due to complexity
- Not suitable for players under 12
- No notable awards to highlight
Setting & Atmosphäre
Set in a sci-fi world, players pilot robots battling each other on a grid. The mechanical theme emphasizes tactical robot combat.
Tipp für Einsteiger
Focus on understanding the programming mechanic and try to predict your opponents’ moves.
Häufige Fragen
Can I play this solo?
Yes, Droids includes a solo mode.
How long does a game really take?
A game lasts about 60 minutes, making it suitable for game nights.
What prior experience do I need?
Players should be familiar with tactical combat and programming mechanics due to the game's complexity.
How does this compare to similar games?
Droids stands out by combining simultaneous action selection with programmable movement and secret unit deployment.
Is this suitable for families?
Due to its complexity and minimum age of 12, it is more suitable for experienced players than families with young children.
What mechanic makes it special?
The combination of Action Queue, Secret Unit Deployment, and Battle Card Driven mechanics defines Droids.
Fazit
Droids is recommended for players who enjoy tactical programming and simultaneous action selection, offering an intense robot combat experience in about 60 minutes.
