How to Play: A 60-Second Overview
PC Architect is a game of risk management. You start with $1,800 and 10 Stability. Your goal is to reach 25+ Performance.
1. The Build Cycle You will acquire five components in order: CPU, GPU, RAM, Case, and PSU. For each part:
- Roll for the Market: A 1d6 roll determines the price or condition of the market (e.g., a "Used Market" find saves money but loses speed).
- Roll for Stock: A 1d6 roll determines if you find a Value, Pro, or Elite component.
- Manage your Stats: Record the cost, Performance (P), and Stability (S) on your build sheet.
2. The Risk of Failure High-end parts give you massive Performance but often drain your Stability. If your Stability drops too low, your chance of a system crash increases during the final step.
3. The Final Boot After the 5th part is installed, roll 2d6 for the "Moment of Truth."
- High Stability gives you a bonus to the roll.
- Low Stability gives you a penalty. If you survive the boot, tally your Performance to see your final Rank!