Aeon's End: Legacy
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- Designer Jenny Iglesias , Nick Little (I) , Kevin Riley
- Publisher Indie Boards & Cards , Action Phase Games , Frosted Games , Gémklub , Korea Boardgames
- Illustration Daniel Solis
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What to Expect
In Aeon's End: Legacy, you experience a campaign where you develop your skills as an apprentice Breach Mage in a dark fantasy world. You cooperate to defend Gravehold against the Nameless, building your deck strategically. The game combines legacy elements with hand management and offers scenarios with increasing difficulty. Your choices and successes shape the campaign's progression.
Who Is This Game For?
This game targets experienced players aged 14 and up who enjoy cooperative and narrative deck-building games. With a playtime around 90 minutes, it's suitable for longer gaming sessions. Prior experience with deck-building or cooperative games is helpful but not mandatory. A solo mode is included, making it accessible for solo players.
How It Works
Aeon's End: Legacy is based on cooperative gameplay where players undertake missions in a campaign. Core mechanics include Legacy Game, Deck, Bag, and Pool Building, as well as Hand Management. You build your deck over the campaign, select cards strategically through open drafting, and manage resources to fend off enemies. Each game affects your character progression and the campaign story.
What Makes It Special
Designed by Jenny Iglesias, Nick Little, and Kevin Riley, this game is part of the Aeon's End family. It blends legacy mechanics with cooperative deck-building and was nominated for the 2019 Golden Geek Awards for Best Card Game and Best Cooperative Game. The campaign structure distinguishes it from other deck-building games.
Awards
2019
- 2021 Gra Roku Best Two Player Game — Nominated
Pro
- Cooperative legacy game with narrative campaign
- Diverse deck, bag, and pool building
- Includes solo mode
- Nominated for Golden Geek Best Card Game and Best Cooperative Game 2019
Contra
- Relatively high complexity for beginners
- Playtime around 90 minutes requires patience
- Recommended age of 14+ limits younger families
Setting & atmosphere
The game is set in a dark fantasy and science fiction world centered around Gravehold, the last bastion defended by powerful Breach Mages. Players take on the role of young mages preparing to protect the city against recurring Nameless enemies.
Tips for beginners
Take time to understand deck-building and cooperative mechanics before diving into the campaign.
Frequently asked questions
Can I play this solo?
Yes, Aeon's End: Legacy includes a solo mode.
How long does a game really take?
A game lasts about 90 minutes, suitable for extended sessions.
What prior experience do I need?
Players should ideally have experience with cooperative and deck-building games due to moderate to high complexity.
How does this compare to similar games?
Aeon's End: Legacy combines legacy mechanics with cooperative deck-building and a narrative campaign, setting it apart from classic deck-builders.
Is this suitable for families?
Due to its 14+ age recommendation and complexity, it is more suited for older children and adults.
What mechanic makes it special?
The combination of Legacy Game, Deck, Bag, and Pool Building, and Hand Management with cooperative gameplay makes it unique.
Fazit
Aeon's End: Legacy is recommended for players who appreciate cooperative campaigns with deck-building elements and are willing to invest time in an ongoing story. It may be too complex for casual gamers.
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