Dead of Winter

Tabletop Edition

A game by Jonathan Gilmour-Long, Isaac Vega

2 - 5 Players 60 - 120 minutes Medium

Action Points, Cooperative Game, Dice Rolling, Hand Management, Point to Point Movement, Variable Player Powers, Voting

Horror, Zombies

Source - BoardGameGeek

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Description

In Dead of Winter: Tabletop Edition, you and up to four other players must work together to keep your small colony of survivors alive in a world overrun by zombies. The game is set in a post-apocalyptic world where most of humanity has been wiped out, and the few remaining survivors are struggling to make it through the harsh winter. Each player leads a faction of survivors with unique characters, and while you're all working towards a common goal, you also have your own secret objectives that may not align with the rest of the group. This adds a layer of psychological complexity to the game, as you must balance your own needs with the needs of the colony. As you navigate the challenges of the game, you'll have to make tough decisions about how to allocate resources, manage morale, and respond to crises. The game is designed to create a sense of tension and uncertainty, as you never know what's going to happen next or who might be working against the group. With its unique blend of cooperative and competitive elements, Dead of Winter is a thrilling and immersive experience that will keep you on the edge of your seat. The game typically takes 60 to 120 minutes to play, and while the rules may take some time to learn, they're of normal complexity, making it accessible to fans of board games.