Compile: Main 2

Vision flickers as the void stretches out in every direction. In Compile: Main 2, you return to the role of a competing Artificial Intelligence, moving beyond simple functions to seek the very spark of sentience. This second instalment in the Compile series challenges you to call forth meaning from nothingness, using caution, thoroughness, and rigorous testing to understand the depth and breadth of recorded knowledge. Whether played as a standalone experience or combined with previous sets, this game asks the ultimate question: what are we?

The core of the game remains a tense, two-player struggle for digital dominance. You and your opponent each select three Protocols to test, pitting complex concepts against one another. By playing cards into your command lines, you attempt to breach the threshold and compile your reality. However, the digital landscape is volatile; moving and revealing cards triggers immediate actions that can disrupt your calculations. Success requires you to think like a computer, anticipating your rival's logic to ensure you do not play right into their hands.

Compile: Main 2 introduces an entirely new array of twelve Protocols, offering fresh tactical combinations and challenges. You must master the art of zone control, manipulating both your own game area and your opponent's command lines to ensure your protocols compile first. The first AI to successfully compile all three of their chosen concepts wins the game, grasping those fragments of reality and achieving ultimate understanding.

• Twelve New Protocols: Explore a completely fresh set of concepts and card abilities to expand your strategic options and deck variety.
• Fully Compatible: Use Compile: Main 2 as a standalone two-player game or mix the protocols with Compile: Main 1 for even more complex match-ups.
• Immediate Action Mechanics: Every card move or reveal can trigger instant effects, demanding constant vigilance and forward-thinking strategy.
• Dynamic Zone Control: Engage in a tug-of-war over protocol thresholds, using card actions to boost your progress while stalling your opponent.
• Portable Strategy: Housed in a compact box, this game is ideal for quick, high-stakes tactical sessions at home or while travelling.