Dead of Winter

The Long Night

A board game by Jonathan Gilmour-Long, Isaac Vega

2-5 3-5 4

60-120 minutes Medium

A large amount of text on components is needed during play.

Hand Management, Variable Player Powers, Action Points, Push Your Luck, Cooperative Game, Dice Rolling, Traitor Game, Voting, Trading, Storytelling, Semi-Cooperative Game, Narrative Choice / Paragraph

Deduction, Bluffing, Horror, Science Fiction, Zombies, Mature / Adult

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Description

Dead of Winter: The Long Night is a thrilling board game where 2 to 5 players must work together to survive in a post-apocalyptic world filled with zombies and other challenges. Published in 2016, this game is designed by Jonathan Gilmour-Long and Isaac Vega, and it's perfect for those familiar with board games, as the rules are of normal complexity. With a playtime of 60 to 120 minutes, you'll have plenty of time to immerse yourself in the game's horror and science fiction elements. As you play, you'll have to make tough decisions to keep your colony safe, such as exploring the Raxxon pharmaceutical location, upgrading your colony, or defending against raids from other colonies. With a mix of cooperative and semi-cooperative gameplay, you'll need to balance your own goals with the needs of the group, all while navigating the dangers of the zombie-infested world. The game's extensive use of text and narrative choices adds a rich layer of storytelling to the experience, making each playthrough unique and engaging.