Downfall

A game by John D. Clair, Fran Ruiz

3 - 6 Players 90 - 150 minutes High

Area Majority / Influence, Card Drafting, Simultaneous Action Selection

Exploration, Science Fiction, Territory Building

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Description

In the post-apocalyptic world of Downfall, players must navigate a harsh reality where survival and rebuilding are the only goals that matter. This game for 3 to 6 players takes 90 to 150 minutes to play and is set in a modular board where players can explore, expand, and build structures. With a unique card drafting mechanism, players simultaneously play a card from their hand to indicate their action for the turn, which can range from moving citizens or airships to researching technology or initiating conflict. As players progress through the game, they must manage resources, store cards for future use, and adapt to unexpected events that occur as the game timer advances. The game's complexity and depth make it a challenging and engaging experience, with multiple paths to earning points. With its blend of area majority, card drafting, and simultaneous action selection mechanics, Downfall offers a thrilling experience for fans of science fiction and territory building games.