Contra

The Board Game

A game by Adam Sadler, Brady Sadler

1 - 4 Players 25 - 90 minutes Medium

Action Points, Cooperative Game, Deck, Bag, and Pool Building, Dice Rolling, Modular Board

Card Game, Dice, Fighting, Miniatures, Video Game Theme

Source - BoardGameGeek

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Description

Contra: The Board Game is a thrilling 1-4 player experience that brings the classic video game to life in a whole new way. Designed by Adam and Brady Sadler, this game drops you into the midst of a high-stakes battle against the mysterious Red Falcon organization. You'll take on the role of iconic commandos, each with their own unique abilities and strengths, as you navigate treacherous stages and face off against formidable bosses. With a playtime of 25 to 90 minutes, Contra: The Board Game offers a quick and modular gameplay experience that's packed with action and strategy. The game's elegant control point system and innovative deck-building mechanics allow for a multitude of combinations and replayability, so you can try out different commando and boss matchups to keep things fresh. Whether you're playing solo or with up to three friends, you'll need to master hand management, dice mitigation, and tactical stage navigation to emerge victorious. With its normal complexity level, this game is perfect for board game enthusiasts looking for a fun and challenging experience that's easy to learn but hard to master.