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JAB: Realtime Boxing

Game ID: GID0172514
Game Info
Year
2010
Players
2
Age
10+
Playtime
15 min
Complexity
2.2/5
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Description

A real-time boxing card game where players control a boxers fists competing to win by knockout or judges decision

Description

A real-time boxing card game where players control a boxers fists competing to win by knockout or judges decision

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Overall sentiment (raw)
positive
Pros
  • one of the best real-time experiences
  • gavin brown's design and art direction shine
Cons
  • not well suited for large groups
Thematic elements
  • real-time, chaotic boxing with quick decisions
  • fast-paced boxing match in a tabletop arena
  • high-energy, kinetic
Comparison games
  • Train of Thought
  • Jab Real-Time Boxing (reference)
Mechanics (from transcript analysis)
  • dexterity/precision — actions depend on physical input accuracy
  • Flicking — actions depend on physical input accuracy
  • Real-Time — players act simultaneously under time pressure
  • real-time play — players act simultaneously under time pressure
  • speed/dexterity elements — players physically perform tasks with components to determine actions
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  • It's a real gem, it's a nice small box.
  • Lanterns Harvest Festival is a standout for its tile-laying and color-mantling mechanisms.
  • If you like real-time games, Jab Real-Time Boxing is the best of the best.
  • Star Trek Alliance Dominion War Campaign is by far my personal favorite campaign-style game.
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