Ingress: The Relic
- Designer Erik Hartley
- Publisher (Self-Published)
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Players take on the role of researchers placing portal tiles on a grid-based board and activating them with resonator tokens. By connecting three activated portals, they create control fields to earn action points. The gameplay is reminiscent of Go or Chinese Checkers, involving tactical tile placement and resource management over up to 10 rounds or until a player reaches 50 action points.
Who Is This Game For?
Ingress: The Relic suits players who enjoy abstract strategy games with moderate complexity. It is a short game for 2 to 6 players without a solo mode. The approximately 30-minute playtime makes it ideal for enthusiasts who like quick yet strategic gaming sessions.
How It Works
Each turn, you place portal tiles on the grid and activate them with resonator tokens to gain action points. The core mechanics, Action Points and Grid Movement, guide your moves and resource use. The player who first reaches 50 action points or has the most after 10 rounds wins the game.
What Makes It Special
Designed by Erik Hartley, Ingress: The Relic is based on the Ingress video game and combines abstract strategy with an archaeological theme. It uses classic mechanics such as Grid Movement and Action Points, without being part of a larger series or having awards.
Pro
- Short playtime of about 30 minutes
- Strategic tile placement on a grid (Grid Movement)
- Simple mechanics with Action Points
- Supports 2-6 players
Contra
- No solo mode available
- No known awards
- Theme loosely connected to abstract strategy
Setting & Atmosphäre
The game is set around an archaeological relic buried in Whampoa Harbor in the 19th century. Players act as researchers in the 1990s uncovering the secrets of exotic matter.
Tipp für Einsteiger
Focus on efficiently using your action points and placing portal tiles strategically to form control fields.
Häufige Fragen
Can I play this solo?
Ingress: The Relic is designed for 2 to 6 players and does not include a solo mode.
How long does a game really take?
A typical game lasts about 30 minutes, suitable for quick sessions.
What prior experience do I need?
The game has moderate complexity and is best for players experienced with abstract strategy.
How does this compare to similar games?
Ingress combines Grid Movement with Action Points and a video game theme, distinguishing it from classic abstract games like Go.
Is this suitable for families?
Without a specified minimum age and with moderate complexity, it is better suited for experienced players than for families with children.
What mechanic makes it special?
The combination of Action Points and Grid Movement shapes the game's tactical decisions.
Fazit
Ingress: The Relic offers a quick, abstract strategic experience appealing to fans of tactical grid movement. It's particularly recommended for players seeking fast-paced games with strategic depth.
