Robotech: Force of Arms (Retail Edition)

Board Game Geek Rating: 5.54. Board Game Geek Avg Player Rating: 8.07. This 2 - player board game was published in 2021. It's the Retail Edition of Robotech: Force of Arms by Solar Flare Games, including the core game. In Robotech: Force of Arms, you can take on the role of the brave Robotech Defense Forces (RDF) or the warrior Zentraedi. Maneuver your warships and deploy your forces against your opponent to gain supremacy. Fearless heroes and commands can turn the battle in your favor. As the RDF, defend the Earth. Or, as the Zentraedi, try to destroy the Earth, capture the SDF - 1, and recover the secrets of Protoculture. The objective is to destroy your opponent's ships while defending your own in this space sector. Players take turns moving ships tactically, placing attack and defense fighter cards strategically, and using hero and command cards to win. After the Tactical, Token, and Command/Hero phases, tally the victory points of defended and destroyed ships. The player with the most points wins. More art and rules will be published soon. At TheGameSteward, a significant part of your spending on this game will back new Kickstarter games. If you have purchase questions or need game advice, contact The Game Steward.

How to play: First, decide whether you want to be the Robotech Defense Forces or the Zentraedi. Then, take turns with your opponent. In each turn, tactically move your warships around the space sector. Strategically place your attack and defense fighter cards to protect your ships and attack your enemy's. Use your hero and command cards when it's most beneficial. At the end of the Tactical, Token, and Command/Hero phases, count up the victory points for the ships you've defended and the ones you've destroyed. The one with more points wins. Note: Keep the game components in a dry and clean place to avoid damage. If you're new to the game, take your time to understand the rules. Don't be afraid to ask for help if you're confused about something. Also, remember that a key part of the fun is in the strategy, so think carefully before making each move. When you're done playing, put all the cards and pieces back in the box neatly for the next game.