- BGG rank
- BGG #2,051
- BGG rating
- 6.8
Pixel Tactics
- 2 players
- 30–45 min
- Complexity 2.6/5
- 2012
- BGG rank
- BGG #6,719
- BGG rating
- 7.1
Pixel Tactics 5
2015
Rules assistance for Pixel Tactics 5
Plain-language explanations of turns, card effects and disputed situations, with official source references and saved question history.
- 2 players
- 45 min
- 12+
- Complexity 2.5/5
For 2 players
Rules assistant for Pixel Tactics 5
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Pixel Tactics 5 is a board game released in 2015 for 2 players, 45 minutes per game, and ages 12 and up. It was designed by D. Brad Talton, Jr. and its main mechanics are Variable Player Powers, Hand Management, and Multi-Use Cards.
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About the game
Pixel Tactics is a head-to-head game of tactical combat for two players. Each player has an identical deck of 25 cards, from which they draft a leader. The leader's abilities alter vastly the strategy and playability of every other card in the deck, making the game playable in 25 different ways. In the game, players take turns placing cards and attacking. Each card can activate in various ways, taking on offensive capabilities in the front rows of the unit, or support powers in the back rows. Cards can also be played as orders – powerful single-time effects that can turn the tide of battle. Play continues until either player's leader is defeated. A typical game is best of three or five rounds. Pixel Tactics 5 takes place in the same world and uses many of the characters from Level 99 Games' BattleCON: War of Indines, but its gameplay is entirely unrelated. This iteration of Pixel Tactics was originally planned to be released as the following Pixel Tactics Deluxe kickstarter promos: Pixel Tactics Black Ops Minipak Pixel Tactics: Sealed Secrets Minipak Pixel Tactics: The Final Frontier Minipak For ease of distribution these were combined to make Pixel Tactics 5.
Designers
Publishers
- GaGa Games
- Delight
- Level 99 Games
Questions and answers
Pixel Tactics 5 supports 2 players according to the catalogue. This is the publisher’s listed player count, so the game is designed for exactly that number of participants. Variants for other group sizes, if any, are described in the rulebook of your edition, so check it before setting up a different configuration.
The listed playing time for Pixel Tactics 5 is 45 minutes. This is the publisher’s estimate for a full game. The actual duration depends on the group, the player count and familiarity with the rules: first sessions usually run longer, while experienced groups often finish faster. Setup and teaching time are not included in this estimate.
The catalogue lists Pixel Tactics 5 for ages 12 and up. This is the publisher’s recommendation and reflects reading demands, rule complexity and small components rather than theme alone. Younger players can often join with help from an adult, so check the age guidance on your edition and consider your group’s experience with board games.
Pixel Tactics 5 has a complexity rating of 2.5 out of 5 from BoardGameGeek players, which makes it a medium-light game. The rating reflects how much rules knowledge, planning and decision-making a typical game demands. Expect a longer first teach for heavier games, and use a preparation guide before game night.
Pixel Tactics 5 belongs to these categories: Card Game, Fantasy, and Fighting. Its main mechanics are Variable Player Powers, Hand Management, and Multi-Use Cards. Categories describe the theme and setting of a game, while mechanics describe what players actually do on their turns. Each mechanic links to a catalogue hub with similar games, which helps when you want something comparable.
The credited designers of Pixel Tactics 5 are: D. Brad Talton, Jr.. These credits come from the published game data and name the people responsible for the game’s design, not its illustrators or publishers. Designer pages on MeepleRules collect other titles by the same designers, which helps when you enjoy a game and want to find similar ones.
The catalogue lists Pixel Tactics 5 as a base game. It can be played on its own with the components in the box and does not require any other title. Expansions, if any exist, add new content or rules on top of it and are listed separately in the catalogue with a link back to this base game.