Unmatched: Buffy the Vampire Slayer

Unmatched: Buffy the Vampire Slayer

Card GameFantasyFightingLicensed / Adapted
Players
2-4
Best withThe player count this game plays best at.
2 players
Play timeHow long a full game runs once everyone knows the rules.
40 min
AgeThe minimum age printed by the publisher.
14+
ComplexityHow demanding the rules are, from 1 (very light) to 5 (very heavy).
2.1 / 5
Year
2020

About the game

Unmatched: Buffy the Vampire Slayer brings four iconic heroes from the show into the tactical, no-luck combat system of the Unmatched series. Buffy fights with Mr. Pointy or a Slayer's cartwheel kick, backed by Giles or Xander, while Spike hunts from the shadows with Drusilla's Sight, Willow risks her darker magic with Tara's help nearby, and Angel calls on Faith for support. Each hero has a uniquely designed deck built to reflect their fighting style, and tactical movement combined with card-based combat resolution rewards clever positioning over luck. It's a highly asymmetric miniatures skirmish game for two or four players that mixes seamlessly with other Unmatched sets.

Hobbli's Notes

Unmatched continues to be one of the sharpest tactical skirmish designs around, and pairing it with the Buffy license is a great fit for fans of the show's mix of drama and combat. The no-luck combat resolution means skill and positioning really matter, and every hero plays distinctly enough to keep matchups interesting. A must for Unmatched collectors and Buffy fans alike.

What we like

  • Highly asymmetric, no-luck tactical combat system.
  • Beloved licensed characters with faithful thematic decks.
  • Fast-paced duels that reward positioning and planning.
  • Mixes and matches with other Unmatched sets.

Keep in mind

  • Requires learning each character's unique deck and abilities.
  • Best suited to players who enjoy direct head-to-head confrontation.
  • Limited built-in cooperative or solo options.

Who it's for

Fans of tactical miniature combat games and the Buffy the Vampire Slayer franchise, ages 14 and up, best with 2 players.

Mechanics

Action PointsCard Play Conflict ResolutionHand ManagementLine of SightMovementTake ThatTeam-Based GameVariable Player Powers

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