{"product_id":"aeg-smash-up-base-game-shufflebuilding-card-game-for-2-4-players","title":"AEG Smash Up Base Game | Shufflebuilding Card Game for 2-4 Players","description":"\u003ch2\u003eShuffle, mix, smash: a world of factions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSmash Up from AEG is a fast, social card game built around a simple idea with surprising twists. You start with two faction decks, shuffle them together into a forty-card deck, and race to smash the bases by stacking power from your minions. Each faction brings its own flavor: pirates hoard tricks and sail into action, zombies recycle cards from the discard pile, dinosaurs unleash raw power, wizards bend the rules, and more. With eight factions in the core set, the possible pairings are nearly endless, so no two games feel the same. The tactile shuffle, the snap of drawing cards, and the shared laughter around the table give the play experience a lively rhythm.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat makes it fun at the table\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMix \u0026amp; match: Create fresh dynamics by pairing two factions, such as Wizards and Dinosaurs or Aliens and Ninjas, to shape your strategy.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFast turns: Each round, you may play a Minion and\/or an Action to trigger powerful abilities and surprising combos.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEasy to learn, hard to master: A simple setup and clear rules invite newcomers, while deeper synergies reward experienced players.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHigh player interaction: Directly challenging opponents, timing your moves, and triggering faction tricks keeps everyone engaged.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003ePlay through the smash\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs bases come into play, you aim to amass enough minion power to tilt the scale when a base is smashed. Points are awarded to the top three players who control the most power on a base, with fourth place offering a tougher climb. The interplay of attacking, defending, and faction tricks creates dramatic moments—beams can move minions to different bases, or outbreaks may flood the board with reinforcements from the discard pile. Anticipation and bluffing become part of the fun as you read your opponents' intentions and adjust your plan on the fly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eReplays, expansions, and what else to know\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReplayability: Dozens of faction combos await, keeping evenings fresh and exciting.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExpansion-ready: The base game pairs with many expansions to extend the number of possibilities.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSocial and portable: A compact, quick-to-learn setup fits game nights, travel, or a casual after-school session.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eNote: This description highlights gameplay flavor and strategic possibilities without promising specific results. Real outcomes depend on how you combine factions, draw cards, and respond to opponents' plays.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"product-faq-snippet\"\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-q\"\u003eQ: What is AEG Smash Up and how do you play?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-a\"\u003eA: A shufflebuilding card game where two factions fuse to smash bases, scoring by top power on bases.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-q\"\u003eQ: How many players and how long does a typical game take?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-a\"\u003eA: 2-4 players; about 45 minutes per session, with frequent table talk and quick rounds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e","brand":"AEG","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55114939039912,"sku":"B00875JE0C","price":139.7,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0734\/2990\/9672\/files\/aeg-smash-up-base-game-setup.jpg?v=1767730869","url":"https:\/\/toygame.ca\/products\/aeg-smash-up-base-game-shufflebuilding-card-game-for-2-4-players","provider":"Toygame Canada | Playtime Starts Here ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}