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Digital Board Games Thread: Async Multiplatform Meeples
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I spent 3 hours getting an emulator with play store on it because my iPad 2 can't keep up with it lol. Kinda neat you can purchase things with earned gold but if you want things in a reasonable amount of time get the bundle. Finishing prologue and adventure 1 only got me like 2000 gold so if you were f2p you would have 3 playable characters! (Two of them free lol)
KingHenrik30
Member
Sometime when I'm (trying) playing Twilight Struggle I feel like I should be wearing The Ledgerman's cap. Any tutorials out there for dummies like myself on strategy?
superrobot
Member
It is a bit overwhelming and whenever I play I always feel like every option I choose will lead to disaster. I'm at -10 as USA in RD6 against the AI at the moment.
If you can grab the newest version of the rules PDF for the physical edition it has a walk through of the first few rounds of an actual game.
http://www.gmtgames.com/nnts/TS_Rules-2015.pdf
The Twilight Strategy site has a lot of posts you might find useful.
https://twilightstrategy.com/new-to-twilight-struggle/
I'm probably going to get lost in there at lunchtime again
super-famicom
Member
Looks like Galaxy Trucker is on sale for $2.99 until May 2 on all mobile platforms. Time to put my Google rewards to good use!
KingHenrik30
Member
It is a bit overwhelming and whenever I play I always feel like every option I choose will lead to disaster. I'm at -10 as USA in RD6 against the AI at the moment.
If you can grab the newest version of the rules PDF for the physical edition it has a walk through of the first few rounds of an actual game.
http://www.gmtgames.com/nnts/TS_Rules-2015.pdf
The Twilight Strategy site has a lot of posts you might find useful.
https://twilightstrategy.com/new-to-twilight-struggle/
I'm probably going to get lost in there at lunchtime again
Thank you!
XiaNaphryz
LATIN, MATRIPEDICABUS, DO YOU SPEAK IT
Yeah, that Twilight Strategy site can be a good reference. But you won't really pick stuff up until you try to put it in action in live games. No real substitute for playing a lot of games from both sides.
I think I've gotten every possible win in online games so far - autovictory, final scoring, Europe control (this actually happened in Final Scoring, so I got both of that at once in the same game), wargames, and forfeit.
I think I've gotten every possible win in online games so far - autovictory, final scoring, Europe control (this actually happened in Final Scoring, so I got both of that at once in the same game), wargames, and forfeit.
XiaNaphryz
LATIN, MATRIPEDICABUS, DO YOU SPEAK IT
wat:
Asking for +10 for the US is beyond insane, LOL.
Asking for +10 for the US is beyond insane, LOL.
PittaGAF
Member
I guess it's because there is the OT that it's very active, but I'm surprised there isn't more love towards Pathfinder here too.
Despite some bugs (notably quest mode) it's phenomenal, personally it dethroned all my other fav digital board games and deck building games.
It's so good (and very very generous in its model).
Despite some bugs (notably quest mode) it's phenomenal, personally it dethroned all my other fav digital board games and deck building games.
It's so good (and very very generous in its model).
PittaGAF
Member
Hmmmm you can't 'reopen' a location?
If you aren't familiar with the game (the tutorial isn't that great IMHO) I highly recommend watching this video.
It's a bit longish, but after watching it Pathfinder won't have any more secret.
http://youtu.be/ymMfDo_LRCw
Also, many suggestions in the OT:
http://www.neogaf.com/forum/showthread.php?t=1212531
XiaNaphryz
LATIN, MATRIPEDICABUS, DO YOU SPEAK IT
Yeah, unless you can check in daily 45d is the better option.
nicoga3000
Saint Nic
So I just got my Surface Pro 4 and want to install some board games to play. I've got Warhammer Quest (which is still one of my favorites), and will be buying Twilight Struggle. What other games would you guys suggest that work well solo? I have Talisman, just need to install it.
PittaGAF
Member
nicoga3000
Saint Nic
Is Pathfinder out on Steam yet? I don't see it.
PittaGAF
Member
Oh sorry, no.
Later this year I'm reading, out only on iOS and Android so far.
But keep an eye on that...the 'just one more quest to grab some loot' factor is pretty similar to the Warhammer Quest one while different games (WHQ still one of my fav games too).
nicoga3000
Saint Nic
PittaGAF
Member
Not really, but Rodeo following game (Deathwatch) was similar (WH40K setting).
But Warhammer Quest, for a number of reasons, was pretty unique (and I still play it despite over 300 hours and 3 complete succeful runs at hardcore).
Markoff_Chaney
Member
White Wizard games has released another deckbuilder - Cthulhu Realms!
It's only out for Android at the moment, but iOS to soon follow along with, from what I can tell in game, a PC and Mac version to follow eventually. 4.99 to unlock all content across all devices including the full campaign and online play. Free to try and play with, though.
It's not as automatic as Star Realms, from the little I've played thus far, but the art and mechanics look great, some of the same from Ascension and Star Realms and some new stuff too.
On another note, but still on topic, I'm also still loving Star Realms (thank YOU for the continuing series of games, Czar Tim!) and am also really really digging the depth and variety in Pathfinder Adventures.
It's only out for Android at the moment, but iOS to soon follow along with, from what I can tell in game, a PC and Mac version to follow eventually. 4.99 to unlock all content across all devices including the full campaign and online play. Free to try and play with, though.
It's not as automatic as Star Realms, from the little I've played thus far, but the art and mechanics look great, some of the same from Ascension and Star Realms and some new stuff too.
On another note, but still on topic, I'm also still loving Star Realms (thank YOU for the continuing series of games, Czar Tim!) and am also really really digging the depth and variety in Pathfinder Adventures.
Yeah noticed that release on Twitter! I actually have the tabletop and it's interesting that it does feel a decent deal more complex than Star Realms. Maybe just because I'm not used to the actions yet. Will be easy in a few days I'm sure. Art is top-notch though and so is the implementation.
So Cthulhu Realms is a legit fantastic app. Just a fantastic single-player campaign with lots of good duel designs and special achievements for each. And I haven't even PAID for anything yet (though I inevitably will to get full content).
edit: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.whitewizardgames.cthulhurealms
edit: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.whitewizardgames.cthulhurealms
Cathulu Realms is great! I'm usually not a big fan of Lovecraftian theme game as I find it really heavy and stressful. Cathulu Realms is fun and light-hearted. Even the story makes fun of itself. I think I prefer this over Star Realms TBH.
The artstyle really reminds me of the first Plant vs Zombies PC game.
The artstyle really reminds me of the first Plant vs Zombies PC game.
super-famicom
Member
Agreed with the above posts, Cthulu Realms is great! Really nice presentation, and the wombo combos feel great to pull off.
Whats the state of Digital board games these days? I have being mostly paying attention to the PC and console front but have being ignoring Android and iOS. Should the OP get an update?
Some PC titles that game out since this thread went up
Card City Nights
Magic Duels
Duel of Champions has received many sets
Sentinels of the Multiverse
Boss Monster
Gremlins Inc
Talisman: The Horus Legacy
Hearthstone has expanded to various platforms and expanded alot
Acouple Jackbox collections
Tabletop Simulator which allows you to basically download play any boardgame
Card Hunter
Hex went out of early access
Some PC titles that game out since this thread went up
Card City Nights
Magic Duels
Duel of Champions has received many sets
Sentinels of the Multiverse
Boss Monster
Gremlins Inc
Talisman: The Horus Legacy
Hearthstone has expanded to various platforms and expanded alot
Acouple Jackbox collections
Tabletop Simulator which allows you to basically download play any boardgame
Card Hunter
Hex went out of early access
XiaNaphryz
LATIN, MATRIPEDICABUS, DO YOU SPEAK IT
superrobot
Member
January 2017?! So far away.
Quite a bunch of new releases that's not in the OP. However, maintaining OP to contain every game sounds like a full time job to me LOL.
Honorable mention: Steam, Brass, Patchwork, Tsuro, Splendor, Cathulu Realm, Pathfinder, Galaxy Trucker.
Also, Castle of Mad King Ludwig is coming out this week. 7 Wonders is coming out within the next century as well.
Haha yeah. I'll try to get around to it but wife + 2 kids + job get in the way.
If someone wanted to make a new thread that's cool by me too!To the earlier recommendations, I generally stay away from digital-native games even if they're board-like. It would make the universe just huge since card games are such cash cows and this thread I intended to be more about here's where you can play these cool tabletop games digitally. Probably messed that up along the way or just added stuff b/c people asked but honestly never liked those dens of IAP. Personal bias.
jessecuster
Member
iPad Air here and I cannot even get the first training to work.
Yup. Same. Actually if you go to settings and clear campaign and clear training you can get like...one training in. Good to know I'm not the only one so hopefully they'll get an update out.
jessecuster
Member
I cannot even choose the first training, after resetting both again.
LunarKnite
Member
It's been working on my iPhone 5c. Got past the training and the first campaign mission. It's a well done app. Works fine on a phone despite the lowered screen real estate.
jessecuster
Member
new update already! everything works.
toddhunter
Member
Castles is a very solid app. I think it is the type of boardgame I would never get to play, so glad to have a chance.
Now ticket to ride. Anybody else get the new european expansion for free notice but still have them locked?
Now ticket to ride. Anybody else get the new european expansion for free notice but still have them locked?
Megalosaro
Banned
Road to Legend is pretty neat. It's a digital companion Fantasy Flight put out for Descent Journeys in the Dark 2nd Edition. Add's more coop content
Anyone know anything about Last Days of Old Earth on Steam?
http://store.steampowered.com/app/376450/
Visuals aren't much to look at but it looks interesting.
http://store.steampowered.com/app/376450/
Visuals aren't much to look at but it looks interesting.
Finally out on iOS btw
https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/cthulhu-realms/id1035256452?mt=8&ign-mpt=uo=4
PittaGAF
Member
)))I LOVE it!!!
So harsh! Especially if you don't cope with wolves early and you aren't packed with provisions.
Be sure to have a lot of hmmm...how they call those...the magnifying glass icon items before the last fights!
I LOVE it!!!
So harsh! Especially if you don't cope with wolves early and you aren't packed with provisions.
Be sure to have a lot of hmmm...how they call those...the magnifying glass icon items before the last fights!
All I remember is even when I was overflowing with provisions I still didn't have enough because there was an event that basically reset you.
I LOVE it!!!
So harsh! Especially if you don't cope with wolves early and you aren't packed with provisions.
Be sure to have a lot of hmmm...how they call those...the magnifying glass icon items before the last fights!
Yeah if you beat it lmk how, esp. which team. Right now I'm using guy who turns terrors into skulls, girl who turns items into yellow+red, girl who gets y+r in other worlds, and guy who turns y into anything (except terror..bleh). I have gone to the wilderness with 20-25 provisions but still crap out in some way (though I have made it to the boss a few times). What probably gets me the most is that all the missions are super hard so you can be playing and building up for 15-20m and then all of a sudden just get wrecked by a few draws that start locking your dice and spawning midnight effects.
PittaGAF
Member
I almost use always the same team, I've beaten all the campaigns with them several times.
Actually just beaten Itaqua again, best ending too
Sister Mary as first (for locked glyphs)
Joe Diamond
Mandy Thompson
Gloria Goldenberg (for outer worlds)
When I can I try to get clues whenever possible.
Always go for Elder Signs unless there are nasty midnight effects, like in Itaqua for monsters respawns.
As soon as I have 10-15 provisions, I try the ice map, praying for some provisions along the way.
XiaNaphryz
LATIN, MATRIPEDICABUS, DO YOU SPEAK IT
40% off Twilight Struggle in the current Steam sale.
super-famicom
Member
I just bought that today. I did see that Scythe is available for DLC. I probably will get that since I passed on the Kickstarter but really want to try it out.
If anyone wants to play Scythe or other board games, add me! I will be available evenings PST.
http://steamcommunity.com/id/hi-fi_famicom