Robots!
- Designer William Ferguson, III , Mike Joslyn
- Publisher Task Force Games
- Illustration Alvin Belflower , Bob Bingham , R. Vance Buck , Allen D. Eldridge , Stephen G. Wilcox
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Start for freeWhat to Expect
In Robots!, players build combat robots by combining weapons and chassis to fight over valuable resources on a hex grid. The game uses dice rolling for combat resolution, resulting in fast-paced and unpredictable battles. Multiple scenarios and a campaign mode offer varied tactical gameplay in a post-apocalyptic setting.
Who Is This Game For?
Robots! is suitable for players aged 10 and up interested in sci-fi and wargames. With a playing time around 120 minutes, it is a medium-complexity game best suited for those with some experience in dice and hex-based strategy games.
How It Works
The core mechanics are Dice Rolling and Hexagon Grid movement. Players construct robots by combining different weapons (gun, missile, laser) and chassis (track, hover, droid), then deploy them to control resource areas on the hex map. Resources gathered allow production of more robots, and combat outcomes are decided by dice, creating dynamic tactical encounters.
What Makes It Special
Designed by Mike Joslyn and William Ferguson, III, Robots! is an early example of sci-fi robot combat in a microgame format. While it has no official awards, it belongs to Task Force Games' Pocket Games series, focusing on fast, tactical robot battles.
Pro
- Fast, tactical dice-based combat
- Customizable robots with weapon and chassis combinations
- Hex-based strategy with resource control
- Part of Task Force Games' Pocket Games series
Contra
- No solo play option
- Relatively long playtime for a microgame
- Medium complexity requires some learning
Setting & Atmosphäre
Set after multiple world wars, humanity returns from space colonies to reclaim Earth using combat robots. The world is a ruined landscape where players fight over ancient technological resources.
Tipp für Einsteiger
Focus first on mastering movement and combat mechanics before exploring complex strategies.
Häufige Fragen
Can I play this solo?
Robots! is designed for 2 to 4 players and does not include a solo mode.
How long does a game really take?
Games last about 120 minutes, which is extended for a microgame.
What prior experience do I need?
Basic knowledge of dice games and hex-based strategy helps but is not required.
How does this compare to similar games?
Robots! combines sci-fi robot combat with dice rolling and resource management on a hex grid.
Is this suitable for families?
With a minimum age of 10 and medium complexity, it is better suited for experienced kids and families.
What mechanic makes it special?
The combination of Dice Rolling and Hexagon Grid enables dynamic tactical battles.
Fazit
Robots! is recommended for 2 to 4 players who enjoy tactical dice combat in a sci-fi setting, with about a two-hour playtime requiring strategic thinking and patience.
