NEON
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- Designer Ekaterina Gorn , Igor Sklyuev
- Publisher Hobby World
- Illustration Yuri Cherednik , Semyon Proskuryakov
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What to Expect
In NEON, you play as a Fighter competing in a tournament in the ghost city of Neo Nagoya. You explore sectors, collect weapons and armor, and battle other players while the arena dynamically changes as sectors submerge. The game offers three modes: Resurrection, Squad, and Battle Royale, each with unique victory conditions.
Who Is This Game For?
NEON is designed for players aged 12 and up who enjoy strategic tactical games with combat and exploration elements. With a playtime of about 120 minutes, it requires patience and strategic planning. The game supports 2 to 6 players, but has no solo mode. Prior experience with tactical or miniature combat games is beneficial.
How It Works
Each round, players select action cards to form an action queue that determines turn order. Actions include moving to adjacent sectors (Area Movement), attacking with dice and equipment cards (Critical Hits and Failures), defending, and gaining energy. After each round, 1 or 2 sectors submerge (Map Reduction), changing the arena. Multi-Use Cards provide flexible tactical options in combat and exploration.
What Makes It Special
Designed by Ekaterina Gorn and Igor Sklyuev, NEON integrates Action Queue, Map Reduction, and Multi-Use Cards. Its cyberpunk battle royale and fantasy sports themes create a unique tactical miniature combat experience with a dynamic arena distinct from traditional board games.
Pro
- Dynamic arena through Map Reduction
- Versatile actions enabled by Multi-Use Cards
- Three distinct game modes for variety
- Tactical depth from Action Queue and equipment management
Contra
- No solo mode available
- Relatively long playtime of about 120 minutes
- Requires experience with complex tactical games
Setting & atmosphere
Set in Neo Nagoya, a ghost city with cyberpunk aesthetics, NEON revolves around a combat tournament hosted by competing corporations in a futuristic, dystopian Japan.
Tips for beginners
Focus on understanding action combinations and the importance of turn order to plan your moves effectively.
Frequently asked questions
Can I play this solo?
NEON supports 2 to 6 players and does not include a solo mode.
How long does a game really take?
A typical game of NEON takes around 120 minutes including setup.
What prior experience do I need?
Experience with tactical or miniature combat games is helpful due to the game's complexity.
How does this compare to similar games?
NEON combines Action Queue, Area Movement, and Map Reduction in a cyberpunk battle royale setting, distinguishing it from classic combat games.
Is this suitable for families?
Due to its complexity and age recommendation of 12+, NEON is more suited for experienced gamers than family play.
What mechanic makes it special?
The blend of Action Queue and Map Reduction creates a dynamic and strategically demanding gameplay.
Fazit
NEON is a solid choice for fans of tactical combat games with high player interaction and variable game modes, suitable for groups of two or more. The changing arena demands strategic adaptation.
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