Compile: Main 2 is a standalone two‑player card game in which both players once again take on the roles of competing artificial intelligences trying to grasp the fundamental concepts of reality. The game continues the themes of Main 1 but introduces entirely new Protocols—abstract ideas such as Chaos, Clarity, Corruption, Courage, Fear, Luck, Ice, Smoke, Peace, Time, War, and Mirror—that the AI attempts to compile in order to achieve an understanding of the world.

Thematically, the game functions like a digital duel between two intelligences that manipulate concepts and command lines, racing to see which one can achieve “compilation” of reality first. It offers a futuristic, abstract experience with a strong sense of logical programming and control.

Although Compile: Main 2 is a standalone product, it uses the same rules as Main 1, making the system immediately accessible to players already familiar with the original.

Each player selects three Protocols from a set of twelve new ones. Each Protocol represents a mini‑deck with unique effects and a distinct style of play—for example, Luck introduces elements of randomness, Chaos creates disorder within the cards, Fear and Corruption disrupt the opponent, while Time generates long‑term effects.

Players place Protocol cards into the corresponding command line. Each card includes:

• points that contribute toward compilation,
• a middle command that triggers when the card is played,
• permanent top and bottom effects that remain active until the card is covered.

Cards can be played:

• face‑up, to activate their special abilities,
• face‑down, as generic point cards.

Players constantly balance between power and progress.

Many card effects allow:

• moving cards between lines,
• flipping cards (which retriggers their effects),
• removing cards from the opponent’s lines.

This creates an extremely dynamic tactical environment in which even a small change can completely shift the balance of power.

When a player has 10 or more points in a given line, and more than the opponent in that same line, they must perform a Compile, removing all cards from that line for both players. The first player to Compile all three Protocols wins the game.

Main 2 can be played entirely on its own or as an expansion to Main 1—giving the game long‑term freshness and great replay value.

Compile: Main 2 is a fast, tactical, and wonderfully varied card duel between two artificial intelligences, impressing with its depth and constant surprises. ⚡🧬