Robots Love Ice Cream: The Card Game

Robots Love Ice Cream: The Card Game is a semi-cooperative game for 1 to 4 players aged 10 and up, lasting approximately 30 minutes. Inspired by the popular Dragon Army video game, this card game brings back the beloved characters and charming art style of the original game, as well as new exclusive illustrations for this tabletop version. Players take on the role of heroes trying to control an ice cream truck while facing the robot army led by Spinston, who invades planets in search of the precious ice cream. Using sets of armed ice cream cards, you must defeat the enemy robots, which, when eliminated, release Sprinkletonium, a special resource to enhance your weapons. Accompany your allies on their mission to defeat Spinston on each planet and recover the ice cream to accumulate victory points. Embark on this sweet adventure and help save the galaxy!

Age 10 + 30 min 1 to 4 players

Artists: Thomas Holt;

Designers: Chad Elkins;

Date: 2017

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Mechanics: Collecting Sets, Cooperative, Hand Management

Topics: Science Fiction, Video Game Theme

Table of Contents
- How to Play
- Tips for playing
- Game mechanics
- Game components
- Additional Information

OBJECTIVE OF THE GAME

The main objective of the game "Robots Love Ice Cream: The Card Game" is to protect the galaxy from alien robots who want to steal all the ice cream in existence. Players take on the role of protectors who need to work as a team to defeat the waves of enemy robots using cards that represent various defense weapons, in order to prevent the robots from completing their evil plan to steal ice cream, while ensuring the safety of ice cream attractions around the world.

Tips for playing

Here are some tips for doing better in the game Robots Love Ice Cream: The Card Game:

  • Concentrate on collecting as much energy as possible because it is crucial for activating special abilities.
  • Balance between attacking robots and defending your ice cream parlors.
  • Use boost cards strategically to turn the game in your favor.
  • Form alliances with other players to face stronger enemies.
  • Manage your cards well to avoid running out of options in the final rounds.

Video about the game

GAME mechanics

  • Collecting Sets - In Robots Love Ice Cream: The Card Game, players need to collect sets of ice cream cards to complete specific objectives. Each complete set awards points, which are essential for achieving the victory conditions. The composition of the sets varies depending on the cards available, encouraging strategic decisions regarding which cards to keep or exchange.
  • Cooperative - Players work together to defend the Earth against robotic invasions, using their cards and skills together to face challenges. Communication and coordination between the participants are key, as sharing information about the cards and making joint decisions can maximize the chances of success and prevent the destruction of the ice cream parlours.
  • Hand Management - During the game, players must carefully manage their hand of cards, deciding which cards to play, keep or discard. Each decision can directly impact the progress of the game and the ability to complete sets. This management is crucial for responding to robotic threats effectively, balancing immediate action with long-term planning, and optimizing the use of limited resources.

Game components

See all the items in the game below Robots Love Ice Cream: The Card Game:

  • Robot Cards
  • Ice cream cards
  • Punctuation markers
  • Action Cards
  • Game Board
  • Special Functions
  • Game Instructions

Additional Information

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