Critter Commandos
Animals · Comic Book / Strip

Critter Commandos

CRITTER COMMANDOS is a game of squad level (and larger) combats that occur in a universe gone mad. All the combatants are modeled after Saturday morning cartoon characters, and that the damage caused by the weapons isn't really real! Each bit of damage puts a "hole" in the character (just like a cartoon!), and when they've taken enough holes, they are out of the game. But they come back for the next episode, safe and sound!

2–16 players—ages 10medium difficulty
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What is Critter Commandos

CRITTER COMMANDOS is a game of squad level (and larger) combats that occur in a universe gone mad. All the combatants are modeled after Saturday morning cartoon characters, and that the damage caused by the weapons isn't really real! Each bit of damage puts a "hole" in the character (just like a cartoon!), and when they've taken enough holes, they are out of the game. But they come back for the next episode, safe and sound!

This game is intended to be a fast and fun introduction to the world of miniatures games. Each soldier has an INDEX that tells you how fast it is, how smart it is, how well it can shoot, and more. They also have a list of whatever weapons they carry. Using this, you as the player control how the battle unfolds, and try for ultimate victory.

The combat is quick-paced and east to learn. It uses a single roll on a ten-sided die to figure out any combat. The emphasis is on fun and excitement, not massive tomes of over complicated, supposedly "realistic" systems that bog down in too much detail.

In 1992 a supplement with roleplaying rules was released, see the RPGGeek entry Critter Commandos Compendium.

Specs

Game details

Players
2–16
Age
+10
Duration
—
Difficulty
Medium
Type
Board game
Year
1989
Mechanics
Area Movement · Hexagon Grid · Variable Player Powers
Categories
Animals · Comic Book / Strip · Humor
Designer
Paul Lidberg
Publisher
Monday Knight Productions · Team Frog Studios
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How many players is Critter Commandos for?

Critter Commandos plays with 2–16 players.

How long does a game take?

Playing time varies with the number of players.

What age is it suitable for?

It is recommended from age 10.

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