Escape Master
A board game by Zachary Taw
2 - 4 Players 30 - 60 minutes Low
Action/Event, Card Play Conflict Resolution, Hand Management, Multi-Use Cards, Pattern Recognition, Real-Time, Roles with Asymmetric Information
Card Game, Fantasy, Party Game
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Description
Escape Master drops you and three friends into a frantic fantasy showdown where the clock ticks and the cards are your only lifeline. Designed by Zachary Taw and fresh out of 2025, this 2‑to‑4 player party game is as easy to learn as it is addictive, with each round lasting anywhere from half an hour to an hour depending on how wild you get. You’ll juggle hand‑management and pattern‑recognition while pulling off sneaky moves with multi‑use cards, all in real‑time battles that feel more like a fast‑paced video game than a tabletop. Each player assumes a secret role, giving you asymmetric information to bluff, outwit, and outplay your mates. The mix of action/event cards and card‑play conflict resolution keeps the tension high, and the ever‑shifting combos mean no two escapes are ever the same. Grab the deck, shout “I’m the master!” and see who can out‑maneuver the rest before the final timer blows.
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