Clank! In! Space!: A Deck-Building Adventure
- Designer Paul Dennen
- Publisher Dire Wolf , Renegade Game Studios , 17wanzy (Yihu BG) , Arclight Games , Devir
- Illustration Rayph Beisner , Rastislav Le , Raul Ramos , Nate Storm , Franz Vohwinkel
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Start for freeWhat to Expect
You sneak aboard Eradikus Prime, build your personal deck, recruit allies and take loot while noisy actions (Clank!) attract the Overlord's attention. The unsere Datenbank description highlights hacking into the command module, acquiring artifacts, and the tension between grabbing more treasure and avoiding lethal attention. Play balances deck development against the risk of being caught.
Who Is This Game For?
Recommended for experienced players who enjoy deck-building and thematic sci‑fi. With a typical duration around 90 minutes, it fits a game‑night crowd and requires familiarity with card-based engine building rather than being a simple family filler.
How It Works
Core mechanics include Deck, Bag, and Pool Building: players expand their decks to perform movement, attacks and special actions. A Modular Board and Point to Point Movement structure exploration of the ship. Delayed Purchase and Open Drafting shape acquisition decisions, and Player Elimination is a possible outcome if characters fail. Overall, decisions trade short-term noise for long-term gain.
What Makes It Special
Paul Dennen adapts the Clank! system into a space setting centered on Eradikus Prime and artifact theft, as noted in the unsere Datenbank description. The game received nominations: Golden Geek Best Card Game (2017), SXSW Tabletop Game of the Year (2018), and Gra Roku Family Game of the Year (2020). The fusion of deckbuilding with board exploration is its distinguishing feature.
Awards
2017
- 2020 Gra Roku Family Game of the Year — Nominated
- 2018 SXSW Tabletop Game of the Year — Nominated
Pro
- Marries deckbuilding with physical exploration on a modular board
- Clear sci‑fi theme (Eradikus Prime and artifact heist) per unsere Datenbank description
- Designed by Paul Dennen using the established Clank! system
- Multiple award nominations (Golden Geek 2017, SXSW 2018, Gra Roku 2020)
Contra
- About 90 minutes per game requires time commitment
- Some learning curve for players new to deckbuilding
Setting & Atmosphäre
Science‑fiction aboard the flagship Eradikus Prime: players infiltrate the ship, hack modules and pursue artifacts. The theme is directly described in the unsere Datenbank text and drives tension and actions.
Tipp für Einsteiger
Focus on straightforward card synergies and survivability options in early plays; avoid overcomplicating strategies at first.
Häufige Fragen
Can I play this solo?
No. The listed player range is 2–4, so a solo mode is not indicated in the provided data.
How long does a game really take?
The stated duration is about 90 minutes; allow extra time for setup and first‑game explanations.
What prior experience do I need?
Experience with deck‑building or card engine mechanics is helpful; newcomers will need some learning time.
How does this compare to similar games?
Unlike pure deck‑builders, it combines deckbuilding with modular board exploration and point‑to‑point movement.
Is this suitable for families?
Minimum age is 12; due to complexity and length, it's better suited to older children or families with gaming experience.
What mechanic makes it special?
The interplay of Deck, Bag, and Pool Building with a Modular Board and Point to Point Movement defines its play.
Fazit
A solid pick for deckbuilder fans who want thematic risk‑reward play in a sci‑fi setting. If you need solo play or very short sessions, look elsewhere.
