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Resist!

Resist!

Salt & Pepper Games · 2022
120–40 min10+ yrs2.3/5 complexity7.4 BGG#1.181 BGG8 KCouplesStrategy
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How do you play Resist!?

The primary objective of 'Resist!' is to successfully complete as many missions as possible to accumulate victory points. Players must strategically decide which missions to undertake and how to allocate their limited resources (rebel cards) to overcome enemy opposition. The game is a delicate balance of pushing your luck to achieve higher scores versus mitigating risks to avoid immediate loss conditions, aiming for the highest possible score before the game concludes.

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FromRON 79· 2 shops
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01

Setup

Players choose a game mode (random missions or scenario book) and set up the game board with mission cards, enemy cards, rebel cards, and civilian cards according to the chosen mode.

The rules, step by step

Setup
To set up, players first choose between playing with a random deck of missions or using the scenario book, which offers specific scenarios or historical campaigns. The game board is then arranged with mission cards, enemy cards, and rebel cards. Players start with a hand of rebel cards, and mission cards are drawn based on the chosen era (Era 1, 2, or 3), with missions becoming progressively more difficult and having harsher penalties for failure as the eras advance. Civilian cards and spy cards are also prepared for specific game mechanics.
Objective
The primary objective of 'Resist!' is to successfully complete as many missions as possible to accumulate victory points. Players must strategically decide which missions to undertake and how to allocate their limited resources (rebel cards) to overcome enemy opposition. The game is a delicate balance of pushing your luck to achieve higher scores versus mitigating risks to avoid immediate loss conditions, aiming for the highest possible score before the game concludes.
On your turn
A round in 'Resist!' is divided into three phases: planning, attack, and cleanup. In the planning phase, players draw a hand of rebel cards. During the attack phase, players select a mission and play rebel cards to generate attack points, aiming to match or exceed the mission's defensive score and defeat any associated enemy cards. The cleanup phase involves discarding unused rebel cards and drawing a new hand. Players have the option to end the game before the cleanup phase to tally their score.
Scoring
Players score victory points for each mission successfully completed, with the points indicated on the mission cards. At the end of the game, the total accumulated victory points are compared against a scoring table in the rulebook. This table determines the player's overall success, ranging from a draw to a minor or major victory, based on the number of missions completed and the total victory points achieved.
Game end
The game can end in several ways. An immediate loss occurs if a player fails two missions, accumulates five civilian casualties, or draws a hand consisting entirely of five spy cards. Alternatively, players can choose to end the game voluntarily at the end of any round, specifically before the cleanup phase, to calculate their score. This 'push your luck' mechanic forces players to weigh the potential for more victory points against the increasing risk of an immediate loss.
Tips
Strategic decision-making is crucial in 'Resist!'. Players must carefully consider whether to play rebel cards hidden (to be used in future rounds) or revealed (for immediate, often stronger, effects). Prioritizing the elimination of counter-guerrilla enemies is vital, as their survival can lead to civilian casualties, which is a direct loss condition. Managing the depletion of your rebel deck and the accumulation of spy cards is also key, as drawing too many spies can lead to an immediate defeat. Customizing your rebel deck in advanced setups allows for tailoring strategies to specific mission types.
game anatomy
Complexity2.3 / 5
BGG rating7.4 / 10
Vibe
CouplesStrategy
Language dependence
Extensive text — heavy translation needed
Play time
20–40 min
Players
1
Recommended age
10+ yrs
BGG rank
#1.181
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Frequently asked questions

Q1What is the goal of the game?
The primary objective of 'Resist!' is to successfully complete as many missions as possible to accumulate victory points. Players must strategically decide which missions to undertake and how to allocate their limited resources (rebel cards) to overcome enemy opposition. The game is a delicate balance of pushing your luck to achieve higher scores versus mitigating risks to avoid immediate loss conditions, aiming for the highest possible score before the game concludes.
Q2How do you set up the game?
To set up, players first choose between playing with a random deck of missions or using the scenario book, which offers specific scenarios or historical campaigns. The game board is then arranged with mission cards, enemy cards, and rebel cards. Players start with a hand of rebel cards, and mission cards are drawn based on the chosen era (Era 1, 2, or 3), with missions becoming progressively more difficult and having harsher penalties for failure as the eras advance. Civilian cards and spy cards are also prepared for specific game mechanics.
Q3How does a turn work?
A round in 'Resist!' is divided into three phases: planning, attack, and cleanup. In the planning phase, players draw a hand of rebel cards. During the attack phase, players select a mission and play rebel cards to generate attack points, aiming to match or exceed the mission's defensive score and defeat any associated enemy cards. The cleanup phase involves discarding unused rebel cards and drawing a new hand. Players have the option to end the game before the cleanup phase to tally their score.
Q4How is scoring calculated?
Players score victory points for each mission successfully completed, with the points indicated on the mission cards. At the end of the game, the total accumulated victory points are compared against a scoring table in the rulebook. This table determines the player's overall success, ranging from a draw to a minor or major victory, based on the number of missions completed and the total victory points achieved.
Q5When and how does the game end?
The game can end in several ways. An immediate loss occurs if a player fails two missions, accumulates five civilian casualties, or draws a hand consisting entirely of five spy cards. Alternatively, players can choose to end the game voluntarily at the end of any round, specifically before the cleanup phase, to calculate their score. This 'push your luck' mechanic forces players to weigh the potential for more victory points against the increasing risk of an immediate loss.
Q6What tips are there for beginners?
Strategic decision-making is crucial in 'Resist!'. Players must carefully consider whether to play rebel cards hidden (to be used in future rounds) or revealed (for immediate, often stronger, effects). Prioritizing the elimination of counter-guerrilla enemies is vital, as their survival can lead to civilian casualties, which is a direct loss condition. Managing the depletion of your rebel deck and the accumulation of spy cards is also key, as drawing too many spies can lead to an immediate defeat. Customizing your rebel deck in advanced setups allows for tailoring strategies to specific mission types.
Q7How much does Resist! cost?
Resist! costs between 79 and 189 RON across Romanian stores.
Q8Where can I buy Resist! cheapest?
The lowest price for Resist! right now is 79 RON at Gameology . The Prices tab lists every store currently tracking it.
Q9How do you play Resist!?
Resist! is a card game game, for 1 players, taking ~20–40 minutes, featuring card play conflict resolution. Check the Rules tab for setup, gameplay, and scoring, or ask Trișache anything about Resist! — our AI assistant built by howtoplay.ro and trained specifically on board game rulebooks.
Q10How many players does Resist! support?
Resist! is played by 1 players.
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