Scythe

2016 · 1-5 Players · 90-120 Minutes
Community
84
Scythe board game
Scythe board game

Scythe gives players almost complete control over their fate. Other than each player's individual hidden objective card, the only elements of luck or variability are "Encounter" cards that players will draw as they interact with the citizens of newly explored lands. Each encounter card provides the player with several options, allowing them to mitigate the luck of the draw through their selection. Combat is also driven by choices, not luck or randomness.

Scythe uses a streamlined action-selection mechanism (no rounds or phases) to keep gameplay moving at a brisk pace and reduce downtime between turns. While there is plenty of direct conflict for players who seek it, there is no player elimination.

Every part of Scythe has an aspect of engine-building to it. Players can upgrade actions to become more efficient, build structures that improve their position on the map, enlist new recruits to enhance character abilities, activate mechs to deter opponents from invading, and expand their borders to reap greater types and quantities of resources. These engine-building aspects create a sense of momentum and progress throughout the game. The order in which players improve their engine adds to the unique feel of each game, even when playing one faction multiple times.

Community
84

Details

Year Published2016
Number of Players 1-5
Playtime 90-120 Minutes
Minimum Age 14
Mechanics Action Selection, Area Control, Engine Building, Grid Movement, Hexagon Grid, Hidden Objective, Variable Player Powers
Categories 4x, Alternate History, Asymmetric, Resource Management, Sci-Fi, Steampunk, Territory Building
Learning Complexity 3.12 / 5[Vote]
Strategy Complexity 3.24 / 5[Vote]
Official Site Official Website
Rule URL Official Rules
Files
Wiki Contributors
Lists
Plays

Credits

Loading...

Expansions

Loading...

Accessories

Loading...
Loading...