Tiny Epic Mechs - How To Play

In this video, we're going to learn how to play Tiny Epic Mechs! If you have any comments or questions, please do not hesitate to post them in the KZbin comments below.
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00:00 - Introduction
00:43 - Game Setup
03:27 - Game Play Overview
04:14 - Phase One: Program
05:09 - Phase Two: Execution
05:41 - Movement
06:53 - Mines And Turrets
07:14 - Taking Damage
07:34 - Knocked Out
07:57 - Gaining Points
08:33 - Diagonal Jump
09:01 - Double Jump
09:33 - Action: Collect
10:11 - Gaining And Spending Resources
10:19 - Action: Purchase
10:53 - Weapons
11:37 - Action: Deploy Mine
11:59 - Action: Deploy Turret
12:36 - Action: Power Up
12:55 - Upgrade
14:13 - Controlling Mighty Mech Suit
15:54 - Combat
17:22 - Weapon Types
18:00 - Retreating
18:38 - Becoming Knocked Out
20:07 - Ad Hoc Mode
21:01 - End Of Round
21:06 - Phase Three: Scoring Rounds
22:12 - End Of Game
22:47 - Conclusion
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[@starshocker]

It's amazing how they managed to put so much into gameplay in such small boxes. I also love the item meeples.

[@WatchItPlayed]

They really do pack a lot into those boxes!

[@amitvyas8242]

That flip of the box at the beginning was epic!

[@JanHoppmann]

I scrolled down to say this, then saw that this was already here :)

[@Radien]

And tiny....?

[@lefteyeblue1500]

Tiny epic flip

[@VBFilms]

He does that so often that I think that he never misses the flips anymore. I remember watching a video where he does a similar flip in the end of the video after a 30 second long take. Think how many times he's had redo the clip? This is sheer dedication.

[@mewr11]

Every time I always freak out when you just throw the box in the air before remembering that, yes, you do take out all the components.

[@FrankMinogue]

Yeah, It took me a little while to figure that out, but when I saw him toss some of the larger games, I realized there was no way the box had anything in it.... He's sneaky that way. And YES, Virginia, there are out takes, despite his protestations to the contrary. I love him dearly, he is like a brother, but I doubt he does it first time, every time..... The magic of cinematography. (Sorry, Rodney..... I'm on to you and your web of deception).

[@Radien]

@@FrankMinogue Shun the non-believer!! Shhhhuuunnnnnnn~

[@Radien]

Isaac: Tiny Epic Games are among the few instances where he probably *could* do it with a full box... though it'd be a bit noisier.

[@Radien]

Y'know, at first I thought these videos were not very useful. I'd struggle to follow the action due to how quickly the run-through goes. But everything is very carefully laid out and explained, despite the speed. Today I figured out a better way to view them. I read the rules of Tiny Epic Mechs in complete detail until I felt like maybe I was ready to play the game. At that point, this video was excellent for helping me to make sure I understood everything correctly. I was able to correct my misconceptions very quickly thanks to the rapid pace of the explanation. Thank you, Rodney! Now I know when exactly to watch your videos; they will be very helpful when I'm on rules duty before introducing my friends to a new game!

[@WatchItPlayed]

Glad you're finding a way that works for you!

[@julianpearce218]

HOW have I not known about these games before now? I discovered Tiny Epic by backing Tiny Epic Pirates (great game btw, even though all I have at this time is the PnP version). I have managed to pick up Tiny Epic Galaxies, in digital form, from Steam on TTS (Table Top Simulator) and loving that too. Another brilliant video, thank you so much. I have stopped trying to explain the rules to other players now. I just find the relevant video from you.

[@WatchItPlayed]

So glad these videos have been helpful and that you've found some new games to enjoy :)

[@didelphidae5228]

Surprising amount of detail for such a small box. Initially I ignored the Tiny Epic series but I may give it another look now.

[@WatchItPlayed]

Glad the video helped you get a sense of it!

[@MrPeter13th]

Yet another great how to play video. An now that you placed on the shelf on top of Trickerion, I would love to see a how to play video of that game please...

[@toweypat]

Good old Tiny Epic does it again!

[@FrankMinogue]

Looks like a fun little Tiny Epic game!!! These games are great for family fun while traveling! Great video, as usual. The multiple flip was amazing. I lost count of how many times that sucker flipped through the air before you deftly caught it!!

[@WatchItPlayed]

The small boxes allow for some extra spins :)

[@boardsandstuff5008]

I fell in love with the whole line. As stated somewhere before, the only one that don’t appeal to me is the western but only because I don’t get poker. Other than that I have been having a blast with defenders, kingdoms, tactics, zombies and galaxies. Waiting on galaxy and kingdoms expansions and dinosaurs. And also ordered quest. Pre ordered pirates too.

[@Neurozoo]

I’m playing/learning this game right now your video helped clear some thing up! Thanks.

[@WatchItPlayed]

Great to hear!

[@Unlovableidiot]

Thanks for the video Rodney ! They’re a joy to watch and they always make me interested in the game.

[@WatchItPlayed]

Thanks for the kind comment, always happy to have you here!

[@jamiepeterson7185]

Yet another amazing video Rodney!!

[@WatchItPlayed]

Thank you kindly Jamie!

[@boardsandstuff5008]

I recieved it yesterday. Will solo it today. Can’t wait. Looks fun and highly strategic.

[@WatchItPlayed]

Have a fun time playing Angel!

[@AlexNguyen]

Nice job, fun game! And I like your shirt

[@WatchItPlayed]

Thanks Alex!

[@wyz1324]

That looks like a fun little game :D

[@JNard89]

Your videos are awesome! Thank you so much!

[@WatchItPlayed]

You're very welcome!

[@gutiaqp]

As usual awesome job explaining the game

[@WatchItPlayed]

Thanks so much Marco, very kind of you to say!

[@lu7ky]

very cool I will definitely purchase this game when i can

[@WatchItPlayed]

Glad you enjoyed what you saw!

[@michaelgunter8875]

Ply through with you and Luke please.

[@WatchItPlayed]

Thanks for the interest!

[@vannakern9463]

Gamelyn deliver the goods yet again :-)

[@jobberslayer]

Not really video related, but the next time you and Chaz are together you should do an Eye of the Tiger-esque montage of you teaching him to spin box lids. Always fun seeing you guys cross over.

[@WatchItPlayed]

And now he's working with Watch it Played all the time :) What a difference a year makes!

[@jobberslayer]

@@WatchItPlayed Still no montage though, but life is hard. I'll take what I can get. :)

[@jackyc.9538]

again such a great explaination!!! thx. i will try it now!

[@WatchItPlayed]

Thanks Jackie - have a great time playing!

[@jackyc.9538]

@@WatchItPlayed actually ive a question. what happens if a marker is on 1 and that person wants foto buy a weapon and the weapon costs 1 of that kind. doea it go to zero (off the play mat) or u can still afford it but still have 1 in stock?

[@WatchItPlayed]

@@jackyc.9538 You would pay by moving the token off the track (to zero).

[@ylwolfy]

would love to see a play through of this

[@germanolobo7876]

Tiny Nice!

[@Pityflame]

Aw heck yeah

[@ingowen]

Just one question, in the scoring phase if a player is in the mighty mech in a zone with his own turret, he can score both the points of the zone, 1x for is meeple, 2x for his turret and 3 points for the mighty mech? so in case that the zone is a "2" he can score 2 for his meeple 4 for his turret 3 for having the mighty mech For a total of 9 points? Thanks,

[@WatchItPlayed]

You've got it!

[@adamcooper8073]

Quick scoring questions do you score for your meeple in the zone and the mighty mech if you control it or just control of the mighty mech im assuming both but that could rack up some points depending on where you end in rounds 2 4 and 6

[@WatchItPlayed]

Hey Adam, I shot this long enough ago, that I don't recall off the top of my head, and I loaned my copy f the game out, so I can't easily look it up for you - sorry!

[@adamcooper8073]

No problem thank you for the reply

[@andreicezarrusu4616]

Looks like a fun game, the problem i have is the plastic connecting pieces are usually the first to break, and in this case you cant glue them over. Have you found any issues with this ?

[@WatchItPlayed]

I haven't - they've been doing this type of molding for awhile and I think they've gotten quite good at it.

[@MichaelJones-ti9fx]

Hope you get an advance copy of Tiny Epic Pirates!

[@boardsandstuff5008]

I preordered. Gam lynx has yet to disappoint except the western but that mostly because I don’t get poker.

[@TheMadsiomai]

When do you refresh your weapons? Couldn’t find it in the Rulebook and I don’t think I saw it in the video 😆

[@WatchItPlayed]

Hey Johann, you'll find that mentioned here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/fJCtaat_Zat7adk

[@faustassvedas9151]

You see the movement cards do you pick which ones you want or do you shuffle????

[@WatchItPlayed]

Hey there, is this the answer you are looking for? kzbin.info/www/bejne/fJCtaat_Zat7adk

[@faustassvedas9151]

Hi can you please answer this question I didn't understand thx- you see the way you are allowed to choose you're 4 programme cards but once you get ko'd or you have to retreat you enter hadvoc mode you said you can choose you're cards which give you more freedom well what is the point of that mode if you still can choose your own cards at the very beginning can you answer this please thank you so so much p. s you are my favourite youtuber:)

[@WatchItPlayed]

In Havoc mode, you have access to every card, on EVERY action. On a regular turn, you have to program 4 cards and perform them in that exact order. In Ad-Hoc mode, you can play any action you have, then you can take that card back and play it (or any other action again) as the next action, if you want. This is explained and shown here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/fJCtaat_Zat7adk

[@cam_3012]

Thanks for the vid rodney

[@WatchItPlayed]

You're very welcome - thanks for checking it out!

[@brachinusGT]

What to do, if I'm forced to retreat, but there is no orthogonal space adjacent without enemy Pilot or enemys Turrets/Mines?

[@WatchItPlayed]

The answer is that the retreating player would retreat to the nearest open space that is not occupied, even if that space isn't adjacent to where you are.

[@patricktubehd649]

I cant possibly be the only one that noticed he put the lid of tiny epic mechs onto the box of tiny epic quest

[@WatchItPlayed]

Hey Patrick, that's just the advertising they have on the outside of the bottom lid of the Tiny Epic Mechs box.

[@DiceCommando]

Hey as a creator myself I apologize in advance for bombing you here on a non-relevant video... I remember a short while ago you had a video up talking about the debate over exclusive kickstarter content, and it's affect on game enjoyment. I found that episode great, and wanted to reference it/link to it in my own video that I'm prepping for. Would it be possible for you to provide the link? Again, I'm sorry I looked through your last 6 months of videos and failed to find it, but perhaps was looking for the wrong thing.

[@DiceCommando]

Ah, I found it! It's the "Am I a collector" episode. I assume no issues if I link to this video?!

[@WatchItPlayed]

No issues at all - thanks for the share!

[@ToyBoysChannel]

Can a shield counter a power attack from another shield?

[@WatchItPlayed]

I do my best to answer all rules questions on the games I cover, but I avoid individual card effects, as that's a level of detail beyond what I can manage across all the videos I do. I'd suggest checking the rules forum for the game on BoardGameGeek or the publishers website. I hope you can find your answer there - have fun playing!

[@ToyBoysChannel]

@@WatchItPlayed thank you 😁👌🏽

[@tk2166]

Yea I have a question. How did you completely close the box? I have trouble getting everything back in the box and it closing completely!

[@WatchItPlayed]

I'm not sure how to answer that, as I haven't had any trouble with it.

[@ToxDrawace]

I sleeved my cards, and I'm definitely having trouble. I'm using a rubber band to keep it from popping open.

[@AlliroG98]

Scott Seaward The box is designed to hold unsleeved cards I believe. Also the Mighty Mech "meeple" is a bit hard to work with. Try and get it placed snugly

[@joshuarobertrentuza9570]

I have a question sir Rodney, when you get K.Oed while being in the mighty mech, you have to retreat to an adjacent non-hostile zone, but in what state? In pilot state, or power-up state? Thanks in advance

[@WatchItPlayed]

Hi Joshua, do I not say this in the video? If not, that's an oversight! Unfortunately I don't have my copy of the game handy, so I can't look it up in the rules to check for you.

[@bkolluru]

Plaintiff Bala hereby serves public notice to Defendant Rodney Smith, heretofore known as Explainer. Plaintiff alleges that Defendant has caused REPARABLE damage to Plaintiff in the form of enticing videos that cause a desire to acquire said game, helpless like a sailor exposed to siren song, causing accumulating financial losses to suing party with each further video made. Defendant MUST desist making these irresistible loss-causing videos immediately. Explainer is served! :)

[@WatchItPlayed]

Hopefully you don't live in Canada, in which case you'll have to extradite me first! ;)

[@bkolluru]

@@WatchItPlayed Ugh, foiled! I live in Detroit. Meanwhile, eat well, exercise my friend and do periodic fundraisers. We need you to do these "explainer" videos for a long time :)

[@adamhazanovich-iq2od]

What if everyone is in ad hok mode

[@WatchItPlayed]

Then each player would follow the rules for the ad-hoc mode on their turn.

[@bigboy9969]

When is your next gameplay?

[@WatchItPlayed]

Thanks for the interest. The next one will release as soon as we have one to share.

[@bigboy9969]

Okay.thanks!

[@faustassvedas9151]

How do you know the weapons are exhausted

[@WatchItPlayed]

Hey Faustas, I'm always happy to help with questions, but if the video explains the answer, than I need to direct you there (I cover too many games to provide personalized answers to questions that are answered in the videos) - I hope you understand. The rules for combat are in the last half of the video.

[@faustassvedas9151]

Yeah but I only ask these questions if I didn't find the answer in the vid. I ask you because out of all youubers who explain how to play certain board games you are the one who covers them in detail☺️☺️☺️

[@WatchItPlayed]

@@faustassvedas9151 Very glad you're enjoying Faustas - here is the part you might have missed: kzbin.info/www/bejne/fJCtaat_Zat7adk

[@caseymarriott9795]

Cat

[@WatchItPlayed]

Where?!?

[@CompressionPolice]

Those are some dangerous meeples lol

[@WatchItPlayed]

Deadly even!

[@RotogripRocks]

Are you a elementary school teacher?

[@WatchItPlayed]

I am not, but it is a very worthy profession!

[@RotogripRocks]

@@WatchItPlayed We work in education and thought you might be a teacher as your day job :)