€uro Crisis

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Description

€uro Crisis is a game that combines strategy and satire, putting 3-4 players in the shoes of banks looking to make a profit from the European financial crisis. Published in 2015 by designer Galgor, this game is designed for people familiar with board games, with rules of normal complexity that are easy to learn. The goal is simple: enrich yourself at the expense of struggling states, and the player with the most points at the end of the game wins. The game is set over three years, divided into four quarters each, and in each quarter, all players choose their actions simultaneously and resolve them in turn order. You can borrow money from the European central bank and lend it to states, earning interest rates that get better the closer the state is to bankruptcy. But beware - states can restructure their debts, leaving you out of pocket. You can use your earnings to buy gold, which is used to bid on state property privatizations, and weapons, which can defend your investments from angry mobs or be given to citizens to further your interests. Lobbying also plays a key role, as you try to influence government and reforms to get what you want. With a playtime of 90 minutes, €uro Crisis is a game that's all about interaction, strategy, and a bit of risk-taking. It's a simulation of the real-life crisis, where players have to navigate the complex web of European finance and politics. The game's mechanics, including auction and bidding, simultaneous action selection, and sudden death ending, all add to the excitement and unpredictability. Whether you're a fan of economic or political games, or just looking for something new and challenging, €uro Crisis is an entertaining game that invites you to gamble with borrowed money and see how far you can go.