Through the Desert
A board game by Reiner Knizia
No text on components is needed during play.
2 - 5 Players 45 minutes Low
Variable Set-up, Connections, End Game Bonuses, Network and Route Building, Enclosure, Hexagon Grid, Hidden Victory Points, Chaining
Animals, Abstract Strategy, Arabian
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Description
Through the Desert is a game of strategy and patience where 2 to 5 players control a tribe of nomads vying for control of the desert. By establishing caravans and taking over oases, players gain points as their tribes increase in power. The game is easy to learn, but with a playtime of 45 minutes, it offers a fun and challenging experience. Designed by Reiner Knizia, the game requires players to think carefully about how and where to build their caravans, as there are multiple ways to gain points and several ways to win. Players must balance building the longest caravan with dominating the desert's oases, all while keeping an eye on their opponents' moves to avoid being cut off from valuable water holes. With its simple rules and deep strategy, Through the Desert is a great game for those who enjoy abstract strategy and a bit of competition, and its lack of necessary in-game text makes it accessible to players of all languages.
Expansions
Through the Desert
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2 - 5 Players
45 minutes
Low
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