Rescue from the Hive

What to Expect

You command a Space Marine task force aboard a spaceship to rescue a human ambassador and family. Players select forces from a larger pool and use Area Movement, Grid Movement, and Dice Rolling to navigate and resolve conflicts. Movement points and secret unit deployment add strategic depth and unpredictability to the gameplay.

Who Is This Game For?

This game targets enthusiasts of tactical sci-fi wargames who enjoy challenges in under an hour. It includes a solo mode, making it suitable for single players as well. Familiarity with wargame mechanics is recommended due to its complexity.

How It Works

Players move units on a grid using movement points, deploying units secretly from a pool. Dice rolls determine combat outcomes and events. The objective is to pick up and deliver the ambassador and family safely. The mix of Area Movement and secret deployment creates tactical planning opportunities.

What Makes It Special

Designed by Nick Karp and published in 1981, Rescue from the Hive appeared in Ares Magazine #7. It blends classic wargame mechanics with a sci-fi rescue theme and belongs to solitaire wargames, offering a solo play experience.

Setting & Atmosphäre

Set aboard a spaceship, the game simulates a military rescue mission of a human ambassador and his family in a sci-fi universe.

Tipp für Einsteiger

Manage your movement points carefully and plan your rescue mission thoughtfully to maximize your units' effectiveness.

Häufige Fragen

Fazit

Rescue from the Hive is a tactically rich wargame for sci-fi and solo players who like strategic movement and hidden units. It is less suited for casual gamers or those seeking simpler gameplay.