Card Tactics
Requirements
Description
Card Tactics was a Semi-Finalist on the Solo Duo Contest 2021!
"There are a lot of setup options which means you won’t play the same game twice. I like how positioning of the cards matters and gives the player more to think about and plan around." - Gabe Barrett from Board Game Design Lab
Card Tactics is a pocket-sized tactical combat solo card game taking place in a gritty fantasy setting inspired by Tabletop RPGs, Fighting Fantasy books and unforgiving video games.
- Choose between six unique heroes
- Battle 18 distinctly terrifying foes
- Gear up and strategize against all odds
- For 1 player¹. The Deck AI² plays by itself!
¹ 1 player: In its standard game mode, Card Tactics is a solo game. Different modes under development. ² Deck Artificial Intelligence: Each enemy plays differently based on its positioning, effects and skill descriptions.
How to play
Check out Tryb Solo on Instagram or Twitter @ trybsolo
Components
66 playing cards, 56 tokens and 2 dice.
Check out the box: 3D Box Viewer
Heroes
Each with their own special skills. Your team composition will enable different strategies but pose its own challenges to overcome. The Lancer and Guardian are beefier and can counter attacks, the Ranger and Pyromancer can easily dish out tons of damage, while the Druid and Alchemist possess unique healing and effects.
Enemies and Bosses
During the adventure heroes will face enemies and bosses of increasingly difficult levels. Common enemies (bandits, wolves and orcs) roam the plains and rural areas of the kingdom preying on the weak. Before reaching the next area, a dark forest, the heroes have to defeat the boss (the Bandit Leader, the Orc Chieftain or the Gorgon). Different enemies and bosses await at the next area followed by a fierce and evil dragon atop the mountains - if - they reach the last level.
Items
Each item will give even more options in (and sometimes out of) combat. Some of them can be used multiple times and shared between your group of heroes, while others are one-time-only... use them wisely. The Grappling Hook can damage your enemies while also pulling them closer, an Elixir is able to heal your wounds in or out of combat, and the Hound will stop your enemies from using some of their nastier skills.
Events
A hero's life is never easy: besides enemies to fight they will face all sorts of eventful situations on their travels - between one combat and the next. They might be ambushed, face a hard climb, encounter a nasty trapped chest or be lucky enough to stumble upon a merchant and more.
Try the Demo!
Play the demo on Tabletopia: Card Tactics
Components
| Component | Quantity | Photo |
|---|---|---|
| Small Circle Chit Set | 1 set of 28 small circle chits |  |
| Small Square Chit Set | 1 set of 28 small square chits |  |
| Small Pro Box | 1 |  |
| Poker Deck | 1 deck of 66 cards |  |
| Medium Booklet | 1 |  |
| D6, 16mm, White | 2 |  |
Vitals
| Average Rating | 16 reviews |
|---|---|
| Publish Date | May 22, 2021 |
| Edition | First |
| Department | Games |
| Tags | Fantasy Strategy 1 Player Solo |
| More Info | Card Tactics web site |
Why buy this?
"It’s fun, it’s compact, it’s great looking. And it’s difficult and will kick your butt."
- Unforgiving tactical combats
- Solo game with "Enemy A.I."
- Unique playthroughs in your pocket!
Downloads
Gui de Souza Rocha
Notes
- This game contains a premium upgrade called UV Coating that makes the printed components more durable.
- This game contains laser cut components. Laser cut items will have a slight amount of soot around the edges, which can easily be wiped off; and will have a campfire smell for about a week after you open them.
Accolades
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Ratings and Reviews
if you've ever played the video game 'darkest dungeon' then you'll know what to expect here. it's pretty much a card game version of that. my only complaint is i wish there was 5 or 10 times more card...
One of the best solo card game ever
Gui is an amazing designer and the game is a must have on everyones shelf.
Just bought! Can't wait to put my hands on it! Just have an argument with my wife if should sign my Lancer or not. He is a monster, a dragon killer, a great leader, and more then that, he is holding ...
Amazing artwork, masterfully designed, excellent value. Easy to play and very fun! Highly recommended!
Loved the idea and the art of the game.
Really challenging and well-designed game!
Awesome artworks and challenging gameplay!
Very cool and challenging
Great solo game. Tons of tactical decisions from the starting configuration of your party, to all the combat and non-combat choices. These decisions, plus the random mix of items, enemies and events g...
Juntar uns amigos para jugar, divertirse en grupo. ¡Puedo decir que me enamoré!
Easy to learn and play, fun and challenging. Can be played well on solo mode or with friends and requires both strategy and a bit of luck.
Very good game, jogo bom para caralho
Fantastic Game!, well designed and extreme good game. make me Fell confortable playing with those cards.
It's an very good game. Good to play with friends a it brings an sense of community. Algo a good party game, because even if you aren't playing, is still very fun to watch, and you can easily have soc...
Very well-designed and engaging game.
