Eight combatants will start the first round.  One will be eliminated each round, until in the end only 3 remain.  Each round you have the opportunity to place a bet on one or more who you think will endure.  Each one has a special ability that can help you or cripple your opponent, but you can only use these abilities if you have the most points wagered on those contestants.  Contestants that are eliminated score no points for players, and the player with the most points at the end wins.  Simple concept: yes.  Simple strategy: no.