Scythe (Board Game)
Scythe and Upgrades – Stonemaier Games
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Behold!! Gaze in amazement, as you have stumbled upon the greatest board game, in all the ages! Prepare yourself to be immersed in a glorious steam-punk reality of endless wonder! You my friend, are about to embark on the intrepid journey that is.... Scythe!! With the expansion pack, choose from 7 different factions, and 7 different game boards to set forth on your quest of glory! Boost your defenses, conquer your surrounding land, and take no prisoners from your enemies! I've currently played well over 100 games of scythe, which probably clocks in close to 150 hours of total game time. I can honestly say it is THE most fun board game I've played, and I'm still not tired of it. Many other board games I will vouch for as being amazing, and I've played them several ... MoreBehold!! Gaze in amazement, as you have stumbled upon the greatest board game, in all the ages! Prepare yourself to be immersed in a glorious steam-punk reality of endless wonder! You my friend, are about to embark on the intrepid journey that is.... Scythe!! With the expansion pack, choose from 7 different factions, and 7 different game boards to set forth on your quest of glory! Boost your defenses, conquer your surrounding land, and take no prisoners from your enemies! I've currently played well over 100 games of scythe, which probably clocks in close to 150 hours of total game time. I can honestly say it is THE most fun board game I've played, and I'm still not tired of it. Many other board games I will vouch for as being amazing, and I've played them several times over, but at some point, even those games become a little stale, and the gameplay itself becomes boiled down to a science. Such is not the case with scythe. It's got just enough random elements to keep it fresh and new every time you play it, without making it so random that you have no control over the outcome. It's the perfect blend. And now with its most recent expansion "Wind Gambits" the game has evolved anymore. But for newcomers, don't let the expansion intimidate you. I highly recommend playing the base game of Scythe for all it's worth (which is a TON) before worrying about playing with the expansion. I am an avid board gamer, and this is truly a one of a kind game that I have yet to become bored with, and I have yet to dice up into a science. Every single game will have you attempting new strategies, and exploring new options to declare yourself the victor. One of the most exciting parts of Scythe is that when the game ends, rarely will there ever be a distinct winner before the final points have been carefully calculated. There is a Scythe app on iOS and Android that I highly recommend downloading for deciding factions at the beginning of the game, and tallying score at the end. Without going into game play detail (I'll leave that to the rulebook) What I can say is that Scythe is, on the surface, a very complex game, but once you get your feet wet and play it, it really isn't too terrifying to learn. There's only so much you can do per turn, and once you run through it a few times, you begin to see the gears of the game click and turn, and you'll have a well running engine of a faction in no time! If you're just starting out with a group of people who are also new to the game, you're going to have your questions and missteps along the way where you might find you weren't playing certain rules down to their very exact intent, but this is perfectly fine. A lot of the fun in Scythe is discovering all the things you missed, or even may have been doing incorrectly, and changing up your game for the next time. For the most part, Scythe is an incredibly balanced game. If you get into a rhythm of playing with a core group of people, you'll start to realize the few imbalances it has *cough* Industrial Rusviet *cough* and learn to play around them. Again, figuring out what each faction is good at, how to make it work with your unique play mat, and formulate the best plan of attack, are just a few of the things that make Scythe such an immersive and brilliant game that will have you wanting to re-rack the game again and again. Hour and half to two-hour sessions seem like mere minutes when you really start grasp how fun the game is. If I had one gripe about the game, it would be the amount of players that can play. It's nice that Scythe can include 7 players, especially if you have a lot of board-game savvy friends who all want to be included. But be warned! 6 or 7-player games of Scythe tend to drag on, and when that happens, more often than not, one if not more people will lose interest, and thus become unenthused with the game. And nothing kills the fun of a game, like some one who is currently playing the game and not giving a crap about it. So if you have 6 or 7 brave souls willing to stick it out, it's best that all parties involved have a vast knowledge of the game, and indeed the actually WANT to play, knowing full well what they are signing up for. The sweet spot for Scythe, seems to be around the 4-5 player mark. The games are long enough that you don't feel cheated out of an epic board game experience, but short enough that the ADD in your friends doesn't start to show itself, and manifest into playing candy crush on their phones in between turns. Scythe is a massively wonderful game of strategy that I would absolutely suggest to any board game enthusiast looking to play one of the greatest games of all time. If new to board games, I would suggest watching several Scythe tutorials on the internet or playing with some one who has played before and has a good concept of the game. Again, it's complex, but not so much that I would say anyone wanting to learn the game, wouldn't be able to, regardless of their prior knowledge of board ...
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I got this game in hopes of finding a new board game for my wife and I to play. We both enjoy strategy games and I had read a ton of good reviews about this game so I wanted to give it whirl. After owning this game for a while now, I feel ready to write a review about this game. This is not a game about dominating other players by force. The game dynamics are focused on developing your group and accomplishing your goals. You can choose from a variety of winning, so the strategies can change depending on the group you play and the people you play with. The strategy of the game is not too convoluted to teach other people, but this game does come with a ton of rules. I definitely spent a significant amount of time reading the rules and most specifically about how to ... MoreI got this game in hopes of finding a new board game for my wife and I to play. We both enjoy strategy games and I had read a ton of good reviews about this game so I wanted to give it whirl. After owning this game for a while now, I feel ready to write a review about this game. This is not a game about dominating other players by force. The game dynamics are focused on developing your group and accomplishing your goals. You can choose from a variety of winning, so the strategies can change depending on the group you play and the people you play with. The strategy of the game is not too convoluted to teach other people, but this game does come with a ton of rules. I definitely spent a significant amount of time reading the rules and most specifically about how to take your turn. The rules are well written and make a lot of sense but there are a lot of them. The game recommends to read some of the basics and then give it a try. You can then get a feel for how it all plays out. This works however I found that my wife and I had to stop a lot of times to figure out various issues that came up. Over time we learned how to play and it was fun, however, I find that this game takes a long time and so we are not inclined to pull it out over other games. This game usually takes close to 2 hours for us to play even though we understand all of its complexities. We find that it is easier to play Dominion, Smallworld, or Carcasonne due to their quicker game play. If you are wanting a longer commitment with a good amount of strategy, this is a fun play. It works well with 2 people or more. We have played with others, but does take a long time to explain. If you want a shorter game, it might be best to look elsewhere. If this review has been helpful to you. Please vote it as helpful, it makes me happy to know that these reviews can be beneficial to others.
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I was introduced to Scythe about 6 months ago when a friend brought it over for game night for the first time. I was instantly impressed with the board and characters/mechs. I can't remember a board game I've played that is as balanced as this game. There are no dice to role, no luck involved other than choosing your faction and player mat. This game rewards you for efficient moves. If you can get bottom row actions early you'll do well. Each faction has a unique set of abilities and there is not a faction that stands out as "over powered." Each faction simply has their own strength and weaknesses. There is a ton of replay value with this game since there are so many different combinations, each game is different. Our group usually plays with 4 people and my wife ... MoreI was introduced to Scythe about 6 months ago when a friend brought it over for game night for the first time. I was instantly impressed with the board and characters/mechs. I can't remember a board game I've played that is as balanced as this game. There are no dice to role, no luck involved other than choosing your faction and player mat. This game rewards you for efficient moves. If you can get bottom row actions early you'll do well. Each faction has a unique set of abilities and there is not a faction that stands out as "over powered." Each faction simply has their own strength and weaknesses. There is a ton of replay value with this game since there are so many different combinations, each game is different. Our group usually plays with 4 people and my wife and I play together and it is still just as fun with 2 people. There is even a single player mode that we haven't tried yet. Fast forward to now, our friend moved away for a little bit so I had to buy my own copy of Scythe because its become a staple game in our house. I would definitely recommend giving this game a try. It reminds me of Settlers on steroids because there is so much more to it. Oh and the pieces are pretty well done, they aren't extremely detailed but they do look very nice. I'd consider painting these at some point. Have fun!!
| Number of Game Players | 1-5 |
| Number of pieces | 50 |
| Assembly Required | No |
| Material Type(s) | Paper |
| Release date | 10 August 2016 |
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Behold!! Gaze in amazement, as you have stumbled upon the greatest board game, in all the ages! Prepare yourself to be immersed in a glorious steam-punk reality of endless wonder! You my friend, are about to embark on the intrepid journey that is.... Scythe!! With the expansion pack, choose from 7 different factions, and 7 different game boards to set forth on your quest of glory! Boost your defenses, conquer your surrounding land, and take no prisoners from your enemies! I've currently played well over 100 games of scythe, which probably clocks in close to 150 hours of total game time. I can honestly say it is THE most fun board game I've played, and I'm still not tired of it. Many other board games I will vouch for as being amazing, and I've played them several ... MoreBehold!! Gaze in amazement, as you have stumbled upon the greatest board game, in all the ages! Prepare yourself to be immersed in a glorious steam-punk reality of endless wonder! You my friend, are about to embark on the intrepid journey that is.... Scythe!! With the expansion pack, choose from 7 different factions, and 7 different game boards to set forth on your quest of glory! Boost your defenses, conquer your surrounding land, and take no prisoners from your enemies! I've currently played well over 100 games of scythe, which probably clocks in close to 150 hours of total game time. I can honestly say it is THE most fun board game I've played, and I'm still not tired of it. Many other board games I will vouch for as being amazing, and I've played them several times over, but at some point, even those games become a little stale, and the gameplay itself becomes boiled down to a science. Such is not the case with scythe. It's got just enough random elements to keep it fresh and new every time you play it, without making it so random that you have no control over the outcome. It's the perfect blend. And now with its most recent expansion "Wind Gambits" the game has evolved anymore. But for newcomers, don't let the expansion intimidate you. I highly recommend playing the base game of Scythe for all it's worth (which is a TON) before worrying about playing with the expansion. I am an avid board gamer, and this is truly a one of a kind game that I have yet to become bored with, and I have yet to dice up into a science. Every single game will have you attempting new strategies, and exploring new options to declare yourself the victor. One of the most exciting parts of Scythe is that when the game ends, rarely will there ever be a distinct winner before the final points have been carefully calculated. There is a Scythe app on iOS and Android that I highly recommend downloading for deciding factions at the beginning of the game, and tallying score at the end. Without going into game play detail (I'll leave that to the rulebook) What I can say is that Scythe is, on the surface, a very complex game, but once you get your feet wet and play it, it really isn't too terrifying to learn. There's only so much you can do per turn, and once you run through it a few times, you begin to see the gears of the game click and turn, and you'll have a well running engine of a faction in no time! If you're just starting out with a group of people who are also new to the game, you're going to have your questions and missteps along the way where you might find you weren't playing certain rules down to their very exact intent, but this is perfectly fine. A lot of the fun in Scythe is discovering all the things you missed, or even may have been doing incorrectly, and changing up your game for the next time. For the most part, Scythe is an incredibly balanced game. If you get into a rhythm of playing with a core group of people, you'll start to realize the few imbalances it has *cough* Industrial Rusviet *cough* and learn to play around them. Again, figuring out what each faction is good at, how to make it work with your unique play mat, and formulate the best plan of attack, are just a few of the things that make Scythe such an immersive and brilliant game that will have you wanting to re-rack the game again and again. Hour and half to two-hour sessions seem like mere minutes when you really start grasp how fun the game is. If I had one gripe about the game, it would be the amount of players that can play. It's nice that Scythe can include 7 players, especially if you have a lot of board-game savvy friends who all want to be included. But be warned! 6 or 7-player games of Scythe tend to drag on, and when that happens, more often than not, one if not more people will lose interest, and thus become unenthused with the game. And nothing kills the fun of a game, like some one who is currently playing the game and not giving a crap about it. So if you have 6 or 7 brave souls willing to stick it out, it's best that all parties involved have a vast knowledge of the game, and indeed the actually WANT to play, knowing full well what they are signing up for. The sweet spot for Scythe, seems to be around the 4-5 player mark. The games are long enough that you don't feel cheated out of an epic board game experience, but short enough that the ADD in your friends doesn't start to show itself, and manifest into playing candy crush on their phones in between turns. Scythe is a massively wonderful game of strategy that I would absolutely suggest to any board game enthusiast looking to play one of the greatest games of all time. If new to board games, I would suggest watching several Scythe tutorials on the internet or playing with some one who has played before and has a good concept of the game. Again, it's complex, but not so much that I would say anyone wanting to learn the game, wouldn't be able to, regardless of their prior knowledge of board ...
I got this game in hopes of finding a new board game for my wife and I to play. We both enjoy strategy games and I had read a ton of good reviews about this game so I wanted to give it whirl. After owning this game for a while now, I feel ready to write a review about this game. This is not a game about dominating other players by force. The game dynamics are focused on developing your group and accomplishing your goals. You can choose from a variety of winning, so the strategies can change depending on the group you play and the people you play with. The strategy of the game is not too convoluted to teach other people, but this game does come with a ton of rules. I definitely spent a significant amount of time reading the rules and most specifically about how to ... MoreI got this game in hopes of finding a new board game for my wife and I to play. We both enjoy strategy games and I had read a ton of good reviews about this game so I wanted to give it whirl. After owning this game for a while now, I feel ready to write a review about this game. This is not a game about dominating other players by force. The game dynamics are focused on developing your group and accomplishing your goals. You can choose from a variety of winning, so the strategies can change depending on the group you play and the people you play with. The strategy of the game is not too convoluted to teach other people, but this game does come with a ton of rules. I definitely spent a significant amount of time reading the rules and most specifically about how to take your turn. The rules are well written and make a lot of sense but there are a lot of them. The game recommends to read some of the basics and then give it a try. You can then get a feel for how it all plays out. This works however I found that my wife and I had to stop a lot of times to figure out various issues that came up. Over time we learned how to play and it was fun, however, I find that this game takes a long time and so we are not inclined to pull it out over other games. This game usually takes close to 2 hours for us to play even though we understand all of its complexities. We find that it is easier to play Dominion, Smallworld, or Carcasonne due to their quicker game play. If you are wanting a longer commitment with a good amount of strategy, this is a fun play. It works well with 2 people or more. We have played with others, but does take a long time to explain. If you want a shorter game, it might be best to look elsewhere. If this review has been helpful to you. Please vote it as helpful, it makes me happy to know that these reviews can be beneficial to others.
I was introduced to Scythe about 6 months ago when a friend brought it over for game night for the first time. I was instantly impressed with the board and characters/mechs. I can't remember a board game I've played that is as balanced as this game. There are no dice to role, no luck involved other than choosing your faction and player mat. This game rewards you for efficient moves. If you can get bottom row actions early you'll do well. Each faction has a unique set of abilities and there is not a faction that stands out as "over powered." Each faction simply has their own strength and weaknesses. There is a ton of replay value with this game since there are so many different combinations, each game is different. Our group usually plays with 4 people and my wife ... MoreI was introduced to Scythe about 6 months ago when a friend brought it over for game night for the first time. I was instantly impressed with the board and characters/mechs. I can't remember a board game I've played that is as balanced as this game. There are no dice to role, no luck involved other than choosing your faction and player mat. This game rewards you for efficient moves. If you can get bottom row actions early you'll do well. Each faction has a unique set of abilities and there is not a faction that stands out as "over powered." Each faction simply has their own strength and weaknesses. There is a ton of replay value with this game since there are so many different combinations, each game is different. Our group usually plays with 4 people and my wife and I play together and it is still just as fun with 2 people. There is even a single player mode that we haven't tried yet. Fast forward to now, our friend moved away for a little bit so I had to buy my own copy of Scythe because its become a staple game in our house. I would definitely recommend giving this game a try. It reminds me of Settlers on steroids because there is so much more to it. Oh and the pieces are pretty well done, they aren't extremely detailed but they do look very nice. I'd consider painting these at some point. Have fun!!
I paid a lot of money for a box (with 3 smaller boxes inside it). There are no game components inside this. There are no expertly designed storage containers that you can use to quickly and efficiently put your game up, and take your game out. If I'm being truthful with myself I'm questioning the purchase. But... I travel with my games. I have an overly anxious dog and 95% of the games I play are not at my house. I had been forcing my game (and all the expansions except Fenris) into just the base box to transport them to and from game nights. I see this as an opportunity to carry all my Scythe items in one box without pressing creases into the neoprene game board... so... in that way, it's a win.This should never be your first Scythe expansion, I think it can ... MoreI paid a lot of money for a box (with 3 smaller boxes inside it). There are no game components inside this. There are no expertly designed storage containers that you can use to quickly and efficiently put your game up, and take your game out. If I'm being truthful with myself I'm questioning the purchase. But... I travel with my games. I have an overly anxious dog and 95% of the games I play are not at my house. I had been forcing my game (and all the expansions except Fenris) into just the base box to transport them to and from game nights. I see this as an opportunity to carry all my Scythe items in one box without pressing creases into the neoprene game board... so... in that way, it's a win.This should never be your first Scythe expansion, I think it can comfortably be your last expansion, and only if you really like the game, and only if you're sick of trying to gather all the parts of it together to take it somewhere else to play.
My wife and I bought this game about a month and a half ago, and we've already played it over 10 times now with friends, family, and just between the two of us. Usually, games of this caliber require more players to make it fun, but we have a blast with this just playing two players. There is a great balance of the "threat" of battle (actual combat seems designed to be limited, but it's always a possibility) along side of economy building. It has some elements of 7 Wonders and Settlers of Catan in it as you are trying to upgrade your player mat with special abilities as you build resources and conquer the beautiful map. The biggest downsides I can think of is that it's a long game (with two players, we average about 2:15), and if you're trying to teach friends to ... MoreMy wife and I bought this game about a month and a half ago, and we've already played it over 10 times now with friends, family, and just between the two of us. Usually, games of this caliber require more players to make it fun, but we have a blast with this just playing two players. There is a great balance of the "threat" of battle (actual combat seems designed to be limited, but it's always a possibility) along side of economy building. It has some elements of 7 Wonders and Settlers of Catan in it as you are trying to upgrade your player mat with special abilities as you build resources and conquer the beautiful map. The biggest downsides I can think of is that it's a long game (with two players, we average about 2:15), and if you're trying to teach friends to play, better factor in an additional hour. Besides that, I would say everyone has got to play it at some point. While the instructions and rules are dense, it never felt overwhelming and plays surprisingly smoothly from turn to turn. Haven't had a friend yet who didn't like. My only recommendation is for one person to sit down with the rules and really learn it, because most of the rules can be taught as you progress through the game. Otherwise, it's a beautifully designed game with little to no "luck" involved and you feel like the game designer really had a good idea of what this game would feel like when he made it.
Certainly a game you'll be thinking about for a long time. I bought it purely because of the box artwork. I'm not overly invested in artwork, but the world created inside the box is fantastic, the drawcards are beautiful and the character and mech models are a joy to move around.The setup and learning process is pretty heavy. It will take you at least 2 play throughs to really get the hang of it. Setting up the board takes 10 mins even if you know what you're doing.But it's worth it. There are so many paths to take - you can fight or hide, build structures or hoard supplies, it feels like there are dozens of ways to win the game, and that's what keeps it interesting.The 1 player mode is very interesting but gruellingly tough! I played it 6 or 7 times and only ... MoreCertainly a game you'll be thinking about for a long time. I bought it purely because of the box artwork. I'm not overly invested in artwork, but the world created inside the box is fantastic, the drawcards are beautiful and the character and mech models are a joy to move around.The setup and learning process is pretty heavy. It will take you at least 2 play throughs to really get the hang of it. Setting up the board takes 10 mins even if you know what you're doing.But it's worth it. There are so many paths to take - you can fight or hide, build structures or hoard supplies, it feels like there are dozens of ways to win the game, and that's what keeps it interesting.The 1 player mode is very interesting but gruellingly tough! I played it 6 or 7 times and only won 3 of those.In a 5 player game with any players who have played it 0-2 times, expect to take at least 1.5 hours, probably 2, and maybe 2.5 hours to play a game!I also have the air gambit and travellers from afar expansions and together these 3 occupy and entire storage chest! If you have several players and get into, the larger map board may be worth is as tiles can end up containing many characters and supplies and get cramped for space.If you are considering this as a battle oriented game think again: Battles are rare. You can win a game without any aggression and even in the most aggressive game you'll be unlikely to see more than 3 battles. This is because battles put a heavy strain on your resources and losing 1 can set you way back, maybe even losing you the whole game. This puts a refreshing stance on territory control where you posture mechs to scare people away even if you have no intention of fighting with them.On the downside is that you'll need a couple of hours and a few geeky friends who are invested enough to enter the world and deal with the set up - this isn't Gloomhaven, but nor is it Pictionary!I consider it to share the title 'best board game I've ever played', alongside a few simpler games in totally different categories.
Scythe, Wingspan, and Viticulture all have amazing components and amazing game play. They are all Stonemaier games and I think most board gamers should have all three. This was my first Euro-game I ever bought, learned, or played. It was dizzying trying to trudge through that rulebook and then teach it to my GF. I eventually got through and played a few games, it was good but seemed hard. Then 8 months later I came back to scythe and re-learned it after playing about 12 other euro games and then scythe didn't actually seem very hard to understand. There is more to it than others like "Lords of Waterdeep" but it's not as hard to learn and play if you have some euro-game experience. I think the game playes fine at 2 & 3 platers but I think it plays best at 4 & 5 ... MoreScythe, Wingspan, and Viticulture all have amazing components and amazing game play. They are all Stonemaier games and I think most board gamers should have all three. This was my first Euro-game I ever bought, learned, or played. It was dizzying trying to trudge through that rulebook and then teach it to my GF. I eventually got through and played a few games, it was good but seemed hard. Then 8 months later I came back to scythe and re-learned it after playing about 12 other euro games and then scythe didn't actually seem very hard to understand. There is more to it than others like "Lords of Waterdeep" but it's not as hard to learn and play if you have some euro-game experience. I think the game playes fine at 2 & 3 platers but I think it plays best at 4 & 5 players. Having less room to move around and more chances to bump into your opponents is much more fun. It's like playing Catan at 2 players vs 4 players. The game is still fun but too much extra space to run around and do whatever you want. I think this game shines when space is restricted and tight.
Scythe has been my first venture out into the bigger and heavier world of board gaming. Most of the games I have in my collection (Catan, King of Tokyo, Ticket to Ride, Sushi Go) were always purchased based on whether I could find something that my family or friends would be able to commit to and enjoy--something that looks simple and is easily and quickly consumed. But when I first discovered Scythe earlier this year, I knew I found something special that not only looked fantastic but also that I would have to have (and which surprisingly takes very basic mechanics and fleshes them out)!Scythe took awhile to find the right crowd for me to get it to the table, but that crowd was one that was totally open-minded and willing to trust me on my word (because this game ... MoreScythe has been my first venture out into the bigger and heavier world of board gaming. Most of the games I have in my collection (Catan, King of Tokyo, Ticket to Ride, Sushi Go) were always purchased based on whether I could find something that my family or friends would be able to commit to and enjoy--something that looks simple and is easily and quickly consumed. But when I first discovered Scythe earlier this year, I knew I found something special that not only looked fantastic but also that I would have to have (and which surprisingly takes very basic mechanics and fleshes them out)!Scythe took awhile to find the right crowd for me to get it to the table, but that crowd was one that was totally open-minded and willing to trust me on my word (because this game is worth the investment). Yes, it comes with a time commitment, but one look at the board and components and you will be shocked and a little upset you only get 2-3 hours to spend in this world before another go-round. This game is worth its weight in looks but also creates a gaming experience that certainly matches at all player counts. I have thoroughly enjoyed the few times I've taught and played this game with those friends and neighbors of mine who love to try new things, and we had a blast unearthing the puzzle of efficiency, tactical play, and building up our factions. I've also busted it out on plenty of occasions to try my hand against the Automa, and those times taught me plenty on strategy as well as revealed one more layer of enjoyment with each runthrough.Scythe is well-deserving of the accolades it has received because it combines a rich and unique experience with a solid and well-thought base of a game, and I can't recommend it enough. If you are looking for something with plenty of meat on the bone, here it is. It is both a strategic think tank and a journey of exploration. The actions are interesting and fresh, and no two games are alike. Even the pacing of player turns is structured and balanced so that time flies. The toughest choices are dictated by strategy not luck, and there is a aching excitement over which action to do this turn when they all look so good. By the end of your first play, you will be sitting and conversing over the many possibilities and plans you and your friends had (if you only had just one more turn) as you look at the beautiful map and reminisce. Scythe was worth the price at full retail value, now there's no reason I wouldn't recommend it to a fan of the gaming hobby. My only caveat is there is a steep learning curve to any outsider, and it took me awhile through research, reading the rulebook, and watching videos of playthroughs to feel totally capable of teaching this game and playing at the same time without any reservation. I highly recommend watching Jamey Stegmaier's "How to Teach Scythe" video to help you, but as a fan of the Scythe universe, all the time spent learning only enhanced my experience.
This game is incredible! There is so much depth, but the mechanics are so smooth. I love than on each turn, you really have three action columns to choose from (since you normally can't choose the action column from your previous turn). However, figuring out which choice to make and when is the tricky part. Most of the actions are extremely simple to execute (i.e. produce, trade, bolster). The only action that gets a bit complicated is movement, since you have to pick multiple units to move, and can possibly interact with components on the board (factory cards, encounter tokens/cards) or engage in combat. This game is meaty, and gives players plenty to think about. This game really comes down to efficiency--you have to perform your actions as efficiently as ... MoreThis game is incredible! There is so much depth, but the mechanics are so smooth. I love than on each turn, you really have three action columns to choose from (since you normally can't choose the action column from your previous turn). However, figuring out which choice to make and when is the tricky part. Most of the actions are extremely simple to execute (i.e. produce, trade, bolster). The only action that gets a bit complicated is movement, since you have to pick multiple units to move, and can possibly interact with components on the board (factory cards, encounter tokens/cards) or engage in combat. This game is meaty, and gives players plenty to think about. This game really comes down to efficiency--you have to perform your actions as efficiently as possible, in the best order possible, and only focus on doing a few things really well. $55 is a terrific price point for all that you get in this game (huge board, tons of cards, cool plastic miniatures and dozens of wooden pieces). I enjoy all the player counts, but find 4-5 player games to be the best player count. Additionally, the Automa solo-mode is awesome! It takes a little while to learn, but once you do, you have a fun challenge to take advantage of. The hardest Automa difficulty is insanely difficult, but is very rewarding to beat. Having the Automa solo-mode helps you get even more value out of this product. This game truly is amazing (probably my favorite game at this point), and it's no wonder why it has won so many awards (including awards for its art, which is absolutely stunning!). This is a must-buy for people who want a thinky, beautiful strategy game.
The print is way nicer than I expected after reading reviews on other websites.I was honestly expecting a so-so product, but this is really nice.-1 star because it is just a tad thin feeling, and I would like (and would have happily paid more for) a sewn edge. But these are more gripes with the features, rather than the product itself. For what it is, I give 5/5.
| Number of Game Players | 1-5 |
| Number of pieces | 50 |
| Assembly Required | No |
| Material Type(s) | Paper |
| Release date | 10 August 2016 |
