BattleCON: Fate of Indines
- Players
- 2
- Best withThe player count this game plays best at.
- 2 players
- Play timeHow long a full game runs once everyone knows the rules.
- 60 min
- AgeThe minimum age printed by the publisher.
- 10+
- ComplexityHow demanding the rules are, from 1 (very light) to 5 (very heavy).
- 3.3 / 5
- Year
- 2015
About the game
BattleCON: Fate of Indines is a low-cost starter set for the acclaimed BattleCON fighting card game series, delivering ten unique fighters in a compact, travel-friendly box. Two players simultaneously select moves and positioning each round in a simulated fighting-game duel, with variable powers giving every character a distinct playstyle and combo potential. Despite the card-based abstraction, it captures the tactical depth and mind-games of a real fighting game. As the entry point to the series, it's fully compatible with all other BattleCON releases, letting you expand your fighter roster over time.
Hobbli's Notes
BattleCON remains one of the best card-based translations of fighting-game mechanics on the market, the simultaneous move selection and positioning create genuine mind-game depth, similar to reading an opponent in a video game fighter. The complexity here is real: mastering even one fighter takes several plays, let alone learning matchups across ten. It's a fantastic pickup for two players serious about strategy games, less so for casual groups wanting something breezy.
What we like
- Authentically captures fighting-game depth in card form.
- Ten distinct fighters offer real variable-power variety.
- Compact, travel-friendly starter box.
- Fully compatible with the wider BattleCON series for expansion.
Keep in mind
- High complexity means a steep learning curve for new players.
- Strictly two-player, so it can't scale to bigger groups.
- Mastering matchups requires significant repeat play.
Who it's for
Best for two dedicated strategy gamers ages 10+ who enjoy fighting-game mind games and don't mind a learning curve.
