13 Minutes At The Speed Of Light

What to Expect

Players take on roles as astronauts trying to survive waves of danger from outer space or as Outer Space itself controlling these threats. Cooperative mode lets four players team up against hazards, while competitive mode pits one player as Outer Space against astronauts. Each round involves Outer Space playing hazard cards and astronauts placing workers to defend the ship. The goal is to keep astronauts alive until hazards run out.

Who Is This Game For?

This game suits experienced players and sci-fi fans aged 12 and up who enjoy asymmetrical strategies and worker placement. With a typical playtime of 60 minutes, it fits well for those seeking a medium-length strategic challenge. Prior experience with worker placement helps but is not required.

How It Works

Combining hand management, simulation, and worker placement, Outer Space plays cards to create hazards, while astronauts place workers on the ship to activate defenses. The game compares hazard cards with workers to determine damage, and the match ends when either the astronauts survive or Outer Space wins by eliminating enough workers.

What Makes It Special

Designed by Ryan Swindoll, 13 Minutes At The Speed Of Light uniquely blends asymmetrical gameplay with worker placement. It features both cooperative and competitive modes in a sci-fi setting. The mix of card play and tactical worker positioning sets it apart from many strategy games, despite lacking major awards.

Setting & Atmosphäre

Set in a sci-fi universe, the game centers on a starship traveling at light speed, defending itself against cosmic threats until rescue arrives.

Tipp für Einsteiger

Focus on understanding the core worker placement and hand management mechanics before exploring complex strategies.

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Fazit

Recommended for players who enjoy asymmetrical strategy games with medium playtime and have an interest in simulation and worker placement mechanics.