ULTIA

A game by Ryota Hayashi (林亮太), Kentaro Miyahara (宮原健太朗), Yui Moriziri (森尻結衣), Rie Sakamoto (坂本理絵), Naoya Umeda (梅田直哉)

3 Players 30 minutes Low

Hand Management, Trick-taking

Bluffing, Space Exploration

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Description

In the thrilling board game ULTIA, three players take on the roles of sons sent out by the King of the planet to save their home, Ultia, from extinction. The King's mission is clear: work together to find a new planet to settle on, and the son who contributes the most to the exploration will be crowned the successor. With easy-to-learn rules, this 30-minute game is perfect for a quick yet exciting gaming session. Designed by a team of talented game designers, including Ryota Hayashi, Kentaro Miyahara, Yui Moriziri, Rie Sakamoto, and Naoya Umeda, ULTIA combines hand management and trick-taking mechanics to create a unique gaming experience. As players navigate through the game, they'll engage in a clever mix of bluffing and space exploration. The game is divided into two phases, where players first create their own victory conditions by discarding and retrieving cards, and then compete to achieve those conditions through trick-taking. The first player to reach the target score wins the game, making every move count. With its blend of strategy, social interaction, and a touch of luck, ULTIA is an engaging and entertaining game that's out of this world. Published in 2021, ULTIA is a base game that's sure to provide hours of fun for gamers of all levels, and its short playtime makes it an excellent addition to any game night.