Manhattan Project
Energy Empire
A board game by Tom Jolly, Luke Laurie
1-5 Players 60-120 minutes Medium
Variable Player Powers, Dice Rolling, End Game Bonuses, Die Icon Resolution, Worker Placement, Events, Worker Placement, Different Worker Types
Economic, Dice, Industry / Manufacturing, Environmental
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Description
Manhattan Project: Energy Empire drops you into the roaring twenties of power‑plant moguls, where you and up to four friends (or solo) scramble to build the most lucrative, eco‑savvy energy empire before the clock runs out. Designed by Tom Jolly and Luke Laurie, this 2025 hit mixes classic worker placement with a dash of dice‑driven chaos, letting each player wield a quirky, variable power that feels fresh every round. You’ll hire different types of workers, juggle events that can tip the market, and roll dice that do more than just spit numbers – icons on the faces resolve production, pollution, and profit in one satisfying clatter. The game’s sweet spot of normal complexity means board‑game veterans will get the hang of it fast, while the economic, industrial, and environmental themes keep the tension high and the laughs rolling. Expect a 60‑to‑120‑minute showdown that ends with juicy bonuses for the cleverest tycoon, and plenty of bragging rights for the one who best balances growth and green.
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