Rival Realms

Contracts

You fulfill specific orders or contracts for rewards — choosing which ones to pursue is a big decision.

End Game Bonuses

Extra points are awarded at the end for meeting certain goals — keep an eye on those bonus objectives!

Grid Movement

Pieces move on a grid of squares — straightforward movement that still leaves room for deep tactical thinking.

Hand Management

You have a hand of cards and deciding which to play, save, or discard is the core puzzle.

Map Addition

New areas get added to the map as you play — the world literally grows as the game goes on.

Multi-Use Cards

Each card can be used in multiple ways — deciding how to play it is a juicy strategic choice.

Once-Per-Game Abilities

You have a powerful ability you can use just once — choosing the perfect moment to unleash it is super satisfying.

Pattern Building

You arrange pieces to create specific patterns that score points — like solving a colorful puzzle.

Set Collection

You're gathering matching groups of cards or tokens to score points — the more complete your sets, the better you do.

Solo / Solitaire Game

You can play this one all by yourself — perfect for a quiet evening when you want a fun challenge on your own.

Square Grid

The board uses a grid of squares for movement — clear, familiar, and great for tactical play.