
Deadlands
Doomtown
A board game by Dave Williams
2-6 Players 45 minutes Medium
Hand Management, Variable Player Powers, Modular Board
Card Game, City Building, Fantasy, Fighting, Horror, American West, Collectible Components
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Description
Get ready to saddle up and experience the Wild West like never before in Deadlands: Doomtown, a classic board game from 1998 designed by Dave Williams. In this immersive game, 2 to 6 players take on the roles of gangs, known as outfits, vying for control of the infamous boomtown of Gomorrah. With a unique blend of card game, city building, and fantasy elements, Doomtown offers a thrilling experience that sets it apart from other games in the market. The game's modular board and variable player powers ensure that each playthrough is different, keeping players on their toes as they navigate the town's ever-changing landscape. As players compete for dominance, they'll engage in poker-based combat resolution, using their wits and strategy to outmaneuver their opponents. The game is divided into phases, including a gambling phase where players play a hand of Lowball to determine who goes first, an upkeep phase where income is collected and upkeep is paid, a High Noon phase where players can shop, trade, move, and act, and finally a Nightfall phase where the events of the day are discarded and players replenish their hands. With its normal complexity and 45-minute playtime, Deadlands: Doomtown is an accessible and engaging game that's perfect for fans of the American West, fantasy, and horror genres. Whether you're a seasoned gamer or just looking for a new adventure, Doomtown is sure to deliver a rootin'-tootin' good time.
