Mechs vs. Minions
- Players
- 2-4
- Best withThe player count this game plays best at.
- 4 players
- Play timeHow long a full game runs once everyone knows the rules.
- 120 min
- AgeThe minimum age printed by the publisher.
- 14+
- ComplexityHow demanding the rules are, from 1 (very light) to 5 (very heavy).
- 2.4 / 5
- Year
- 2016
About the game
Mechs vs. Minions is a fully cooperative campaign game set in the League of Legends universe, where players pilot mechs as Yordle heroes Corki, Tristana, Heimerdinger, and Ziggs against waves of minions. Players program their mechs' actions in advance using a unique command-line system, creating tense and often chaotic execution phases. Ten story-driven missions unfold across modular boards with high-quality miniatures and components. It's designed as a standalone box requiring no expansions.
Hobbli's Notes
The production value here is off the charts for a board game, and the programmed-movement puzzle leads to genuinely hilarious moments when plans go wrong. It's a fantastic one-time campaign experience for a regular group.
What we like
- Premium miniatures and components elevate the overall experience.
- Clever program-based action system creates fun, chaotic puzzles.
- Ten distinct missions offer a satisfying campaign arc.
- Great entry point for cooperative campaign gaming.
Keep in mind
- One-time campaign has limited long-term replayability.
- Programming actions in advance can lead to comedic but frustrating mistakes.
- Requires significant table space for modular boards and components.
Who it's for
Fans of cooperative games and League of Legends, families and groups of 2-4, ages 14+ though accessible to younger fans.
