Planet Unknown

A board game by Ryan Lambert, Adam Rehberg

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

1 - 6 Players 60 - 80 minutes Low

Simultaneous Action Selection, Variable Player Powers, Card Drafting, Sudden Death Ending, Grid Movement, Square Grid, Pattern Building, Tile Placement, End Game Bonuses, Network and Route Building, Solo / Solitaire Game, Map Addition, Hidden Victory Points, Turn Order: Progressive, Events, Rondel, Tech Trees / Tech Tracks, Grid Coverage, Tags, Neighbor Scope

City Building, Science Fiction, Space Exploration, Territory Building, Puzzle, Industry / Manufacturing

View on BoardGameGeek

Friends and Communities with Planet Unknown

ᕙ( • ‿ • )ᕗ

Find friends and places with this board game.
Create a free account to explore.

Description

In Planet Unknown, players take on the challenge of developing a new home for humanity as our current planet runs out of resources. With 1-6 viable colonization options available, each player must strategically place polyomino-shaped tiles to build their planet's infrastructure, covering the grid efficiently while building up their planet's engine. Every tile placement is crucial, as it not only affects the planet's development but also triggers actions associated with the two infrastructure types on the tile. As players compete to develop the best planet, they must navigate the challenges of "meteors" that can hinder progress and prevent scoring points. With simultaneous yet strategic turn-based play, Planet Unknown offers a unique and engaging experience for 1-6 players. With easy-to-learn rules and a playtime of 60-80 minutes, this game is perfect for those who enjoy city building, puzzle-solving, and space exploration, making it a great addition to any game collection.