Deckscape: Test Time
- Designer Martino Chiacchiera , Silvano Sorrentino
- Publisher DV Games , 999 Games , ABACUSSPIELE , Albi , FoxGames
- Illustration Alberto Bontempi
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In Deckscape: Test Time, players work together to solve puzzles and unravel the story to escape Doctor Thyme's locked laboratory. The game simulates an escape-room experience using a deck of cards and real-time mechanics, creating a pressured and engaging atmosphere. Players navigate through the deck, use items wisely, and collaborate to beat the clock.
Who Is This Game For?
This game targets fans of cooperative and escape-room games aged 12 and up. With a playtime around 90 minutes, it's a medium-weight game suitable for players with some experience. It also includes a solo mode, making it accessible for individual play.
How It Works
Deckscape: Test Time features Cooperative Game and Move Through Deck mechanics, where players progress through cards together solving puzzles. The Real-Time element adds urgency, requiring quick decisions. Players communicate, use items, and advance the story to escape the lab before time runs out.
What Makes It Special
Designed by Martino Chiacchiera and Silvano Sorrentino, Deckscape: Test Time is the first entry in the Deckscape series. It combines escape-room themes with card-based gameplay and real-time mechanics, offering a unique cooperative experience within the popular escape room game genre.
Pro
- Cooperative gameplay for up to 6 players
- Includes a solo mode
- Real-Time mechanic increases tension
- Part of the well-known Deckscape escape room series
Contra
- Limited replayability due to fixed puzzles
- More suitable for experienced players aged 12 and older
- 90-minute playtime requires patience
Setting & Atmosphäre
The game is set in a laboratory where Doctor Thyme tests his brightest students. The theme involves time travel and scientific experiments, placing players in a challenging and immersive scenario.
Tipp für Einsteiger
Take time to discuss clues together and communicate openly within the team for the best experience.
Häufige Fragen
Can I play this solo?
Yes, Deckscape: Test Time includes a solo mode for single players.
How long does a game really take?
A typical game lasts about 90 minutes, including setup and explanation.
What prior experience do I need?
This medium-weight game is suitable for players aged 12+ with some experience in cooperative puzzle games.
How does this compare to similar games?
Its combination of real-time and Move Through Deck mechanics makes it more intense than many traditional escape room games.
Is this suitable for families?
Recommended for older children and families familiar with escape room games, due to complexity and age limit.
What mechanic makes it special?
The game’s Real-Time and Cooperative Game mechanics create a dynamic and pressured gameplay experience.
Fazit
Deckscape: Test Time is recommended for players who enjoy cooperative puzzle games with a time pressure element. It demands teamwork and quick thinking, making it a solid entry point into escape room card games.
