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RoboRally

RoboRally

Wizards of the Coast · 1994
2–845–120 min12+ yrs2.4/5 complexity7.0 BGG#652 BGG28,4 K
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How do you play RoboRally?

The primary objective in RoboRally is to be the first player to guide their robot through a series of checkpoints, represented by flags, in a specific numerical order. Players must navigate their robots across the treacherous factory floor, avoiding obstacles and other robots, to reach each flag before their opponents.

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RoboRally box art
official art · Wizards of the Coast
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01

Setup

Each player chooses a robot and receives a special ability card for it.

The rules, step by step

Setup
Before the game begins, each player selects one of the six unique robots and receives a corresponding special ability card. These cards introduce unique powers for each robot, adding a layer of strategic depth to the game. Players also set up the game board with various factory components, including conveyor belts, pushers, and lasers, which will influence robot movement and interactions.
Objective
The primary objective in RoboRally is to be the first player to guide their robot through a series of checkpoints, represented by flags, in a specific numerical order. Players must navigate their robots across the treacherous factory floor, avoiding obstacles and other robots, to reach each flag before their opponents.
On your turn
Each turn in RoboRally consists of several phases. First, players receive a hand of program cards, which dictate their robot's movements (e.g., move forward, turn left, turn right). Players then secretly choose five of these cards and arrange them in a sequence, programming their robot's actions for the turn. Finally, the cards are revealed one by one, and robots execute their programmed movements in order of card priority, leading to often chaotic and unpredictable outcomes.
Scoring
While the main goal is to touch all flags, players can also gain advantages by destroying other robots. If a robot is destroyed, it loses a life token and respawns at its last archive marker. The game does not have a traditional scoring system beyond the objective of touching flags, but strategic destruction can hinder opponents and clear paths to victory.
Game end
The game concludes when a robot successfully touches all the flags in the correct order, or when all other robots are destroyed. The player whose robot completes the flag sequence first is declared the winner. If all other robots are destroyed, the last robot standing wins.
Tips
To excel in RoboRally, players should leverage their robot's unique special ability. For example, Hammer Bot can choose not to be moved when bumped, and deals damage when bumping others. Spin Bot can rotate twice in the same direction, allowing for quick 180-degree turns. Squish Bot can cancel an opponent's ability by taking damage. Trundle Bot can ignore laser damage if it already has a damage token. Twitch can move before a higher-priority robot. Zoom Bot can move an additional space when playing a 'move three' card. Understanding and utilizing these abilities, along with anticipating opponents' moves, is crucial for success.
game anatomy
Complexity2.4 / 5
BGG rating7.0 / 10
Language dependence
Moderate text — a crib sheet helps
Play time
45–120 min
Players
2–8
Recommended age
12+ yrs
BGG rank
#652
from Trișache · verified

Frequently asked questions

Q1What is the goal of the game?
The primary objective in RoboRally is to be the first player to guide their robot through a series of checkpoints, represented by flags, in a specific numerical order. Players must navigate their robots across the treacherous factory floor, avoiding obstacles and other robots, to reach each flag before their opponents.
Q2How do you set up the game?
Before the game begins, each player selects one of the six unique robots and receives a corresponding special ability card. These cards introduce unique powers for each robot, adding a layer of strategic depth to the game. Players also set up the game board with various factory components, including conveyor belts, pushers, and lasers, which will influence robot movement and interactions.
Q3How does a turn work?
Each turn in RoboRally consists of several phases. First, players receive a hand of program cards, which dictate their robot's movements (e.g., move forward, turn left, turn right). Players then secretly choose five of these cards and arrange them in a sequence, programming their robot's actions for the turn. Finally, the cards are revealed one by one, and robots execute their programmed movements in order of card priority, leading to often chaotic and unpredictable outcomes.
Q4How is scoring calculated?
While the main goal is to touch all flags, players can also gain advantages by destroying other robots. If a robot is destroyed, it loses a life token and respawns at its last archive marker. The game does not have a traditional scoring system beyond the objective of touching flags, but strategic destruction can hinder opponents and clear paths to victory.
Q5When and how does the game end?
The game concludes when a robot successfully touches all the flags in the correct order, or when all other robots are destroyed. The player whose robot completes the flag sequence first is declared the winner. If all other robots are destroyed, the last robot standing wins.
Q6What tips are there for beginners?
To excel in RoboRally, players should leverage their robot's unique special ability. For example, Hammer Bot can choose not to be moved when bumped, and deals damage when bumping others. Spin Bot can rotate twice in the same direction, allowing for quick 180-degree turns. Squish Bot can cancel an opponent's ability by taking damage. Trundle Bot can ignore laser damage if it already has a damage token. Twitch can move before a higher-priority robot. Zoom Bot can move an additional space when playing a 'move three' card. Understanding and utilizing these abilities, along with anticipating opponents' moves, is crucial for success.
Q7How much does RoboRally cost?
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Q8Where can I buy RoboRally cheapest?
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Q9How do you play RoboRally?
RoboRally is a maze game, for 2–8 players, taking ~45–120 minutes, featuring action queue. Check the Rules tab for setup, gameplay, and scoring, or ask Trișache anything about RoboRally — our AI assistant built by howtoplay.ro and trained specifically on board game rulebooks.
Q10How many players does RoboRally support?
RoboRally is played by 2–8 players.

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