SplinterCard
A downloadable wargame
"Sir, they're coming fast. They've gone high - we're not sure why, but intelligence says..."
"You mean we're going to war?"
"Uh... yes, yes sir"
The shaper's eyes glaze over for a long time. He sighs, stands up straight.
"... Ok then. And yes, I know intelligence says there is a relic in the Shrimh crater. The bastards must be going for it."
Another pause, then "Launch everything, send everyone. Do we make for the crater... or go low and hit the city while they're busy? You're the expert. Make a call. I need a drink."
Splintercard is a 1 or 2 player science fiction wargame contained in a single 5x7 inch card you can print for free. Most games last less than ten minutes.
Also available on Tabletop Simulator: https://steamcommunity.com/sharedfiles/filedetails/?id=2978128589
Try to destroy your opponent's city. Take turns playing cards which either control your forces, launch nukes, repair your city or skip a turn.
There's more to it - the stakes grow as time moves on, there are multiple strategies to win, and a solo mode is included.
Update 2.2: Graphic design tweaks to make logos clearer, small change to how units redeploy, some clarifications.
Made for https://itch.io/jam/postcards-from-the-front
Status | Released |
Category | Physical game |
Rating | Rated 4.5 out of 5 stars (2 total ratings) |
Author | Vijilant Semi Serious Sims |
Genre | Strategy |
Tags | physical, Print & Play, Sci-fi, Tabletop, Turn-Based Combat, wargame |
Average session | A few minutes |
Languages | English |
Multiplayer | Local multiplayer |
Download
Install instructions
- Print,
- cut,
- get 3 dice,
- play.
Don't print double sided!
Development log
- BGG linkAug 07, 2023
- Update, podcast (with gameplay demo) and moreJun 20, 2023
- Well, that was fun!Feb 18, 2023
- V2 is up!Feb 02, 2023
Comments
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Hi Vijil. Just trying out Splintercards. Looks great, seems enjoyable. I have a question about the rules though. For attacking they state that the defender is dead when "the result beats the enemy defense". Does this mean the the result must be "higher" or "equal or higher"? Regards!
Higher :)
But if you think it would be better another way, please let me know!