Line of Fire: Burnt Moon
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- Designer Trevor Benjamin , David Thompson (I)
- Publisher Osprey Games , Doit Games , Grimspire
- Illustration Léonard Dupond
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What to Expect
You command ROV mechs in short, tense duels across lanes on Io. The game blends lean deck‑building with rapid lane combat and rewards precise hand management and positioning. Matches are brief (~30 minutes) and emphasize area control and direct card conflicts. The premise pits hacker group POSIWID against corporate LFA for control of Io's energy infrastructure.
Who Is This Game For?
Designed exclusively for two players. Suited to gamers who enjoy tactical head‑to‑head card duels and quick rounds; some familiarity with deck‑building and hand management helps. Minimum age 14 indicates moderate complexity and mature theme.
How It Works
Gameplay pairs deck, bag, and pool building with hand management: you adapt your card pool over the game and play cards to resolve conflicts in lanes. Card play determines outcomes via Card Play Conflict Resolution, while Area Majority / Influence across lanes affects control. The result is fast, repeatable duels where position and card timing matter.
What Makes It Special
Designed by Trevor Benjamin and David Thompson (I). According to the publisher, it fuses the lean deck‑building of the Undaunted series with fast lane battling, creating a streamlined two‑player experience centered on positioning and influence.
Pro
- Short playtime (~30 minutes) encourages multiple rematches
- Mix of deck‑building and hand management provides tactical depth
- Focused two‑player lane battles and area influence
- Clear sci‑fi mech theme
Contra
- Strictly two‑player — no multiplayer support
- Moderate complexity (min age 14) may limit family play
- No solo mode (players.min = 2)
Setting & atmosphere
Sci‑fi setting on Jupiter's moon Io: a conflict between hacker collective POSIWID and corporate LFA over lunar infrastructure. Theme centers on mech/ROV warfare in a colonized outer‑space environment.
Tips for beginners
Focus on managing your hand and lane positioning in early games rather than aggressive deck overhaul; play several quick rounds to learn interaction patterns.
Frequently asked questions
Can I play this solo?
No. The game is designed for two players only (players.min = 2).
How long does a game really take?
Around 30 minutes per match, making it suitable for multiple duels in one session.
What prior experience do I need?
Some experience with deck‑building and hand management is helpful; the game targets players aged 14 and up.
How does this compare to similar games?
Per the publisher, it combines lean deck‑building similar to Undaunted with fast lane combat, emphasizing positioning and area influence.
Is this suitable for families?
Only partially. The 14+ age recommendation and two‑player focus make it less ideal for younger family groups.
What mechanic makes it special?
The blend of Deck, Bag, and Pool Building with Card Play Conflict Resolution and Area Majority / Influence defines its play.
Fazit
Good pick for two‑player tacticians who want short, decisive card battles. Not suitable if you need multiplayer or solo options.
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