Dust
- Designer Spartaco Albertarelli , Angelo Zucca
- Publisher Dust Games , Edge Entertainment , Editrice Giochi , Fantasy Flight Games , Heidelberger Spieleverlag
- Illustration Davide Fabbri , Paolo Parente , Alessia Zambonin
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Start for freeWhat to Expect
In Dust, players compete for control over power sources and capitals on a politically fragmented Earth map. Each turn, players select a strategy card that dictates their actions. During production, they build factories and recruit unique units. Combat involves alternating dice rolls until one side is defeated or a ceasefire occurs. Victory points are scored for territory majorities and production centers, with the goal to control a capital and reach a set point threshold.
Who Is This Game For?
Dust is aimed at experienced players who enjoy complex, lengthy strategy games lasting around 180 minutes. It is a medium to heavy game requiring strategic thinking and patience. With no solo mode, it is designed for groups of two to six players. Beginners may find the complexity challenging.
How It Works
The game features Area Majority to control territories, Dice Rolling for combat, and Point to Point Movement for unit relocation. Players simultaneously select action cards that define their turn. Variable Player Powers grant unique faction abilities. Production phases allow buying factories and units to strengthen armies and capture areas.
What Makes It Special
Designed by Spartaco Albertarelli and Angelo Zucca, Dust blends tactical dice combat with strategic area control. Part of the Risk-like series, it combines alternate history and mech warfare themes. Although it has no official awards, its mix of Area Majority, Dice Rolling, and variable powers distinguishes it.
Pro
- Deep strategic decisions through Area Majority and Variable Player Powers
- Blend of tactical dice combat and strategic unit management
- Variable gameplay with Simultaneous Action Selection
- Atmospheric sci-fi wargame setting
Contra
- Long playtime of around 180 minutes requires patience
- Complexity can be challenging for beginners
- No solo mode available
Setting & Atmosphäre
Set on a futuristic, politically fragmented Earth without borders, Dust depicts a world reshaped by ongoing war and new technologies. The theme merges alternate history with mech warfare.
Tipp für Einsteiger
Focus first on understanding core mechanics like area control and production before exploring advanced strategies.
Häufige Fragen
Can I play this solo?
No, Dust is designed for two to six players and does not include a solo mode.
How long does a game really take?
A game of Dust typically lasts about 180 minutes, requiring an extended play session.
What prior experience do I need?
Dust is a complex medium to heavy strategy game that requires strategic thinking and experience with longer games.
How does this compare to similar games?
Dust combines Risk-like area control with tactical dice combat and variable player powers in an alternate sci-fi setting.
Is this suitable for families?
Due to its complexity and long duration, Dust is better suited for experienced players rather than families with younger children.
What mechanic makes it special?
The combination of Area Majority, Simultaneous Action Selection, and Variable Player Powers defines its gameplay.
Fazit
Dust is recommended for players seeking a complex, long sci-fi strategy game who are comfortable with dice combat and resource management.
