Escape Plan 9

2-8

Players

240

Minutes

12+

Age

2015

Published

Designer Jon Pfeiler
Publisher (Self-Published)
Illustration Jon Pfeiler

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What to Expect

In Escape Plan 9, you play as a mercenary trying to survive in Wellsville, a town overrun by alien zombies. You must rescue survivors, find an antidote, and fight zombies, alien enforcers, and even other players while racing to reach the helicopter for escape. The game blends humor with chaotic survival gameplay.

Who Is This Game For?

This game targets experienced players aged 12 and up who enjoy thematic survival games with humor. With a playtime up to 240 minutes, it requires patience and strategic thinking. Prior experience with tactical board games is helpful but not mandatory.

How It Works

Escape Plan 9 features Pick-up and Deliver mechanics where players collect and transport survivors and items. Roll / Spin and Move determines movement through the dangerous town. Take That mechanics allow players to hinder or attack opponents, creating interactive and unpredictable gameplay.

Pick-up and Deliver Roll / Spin and Move Take That

What Makes It Special

Designed by Jon Pfeiler, Escape Plan 9 combines sci-fi, zombies, and humor in a print-on-demand format. Although it has no official awards, its unique blend of 80s B-movie themes and survival mechanics supports up to eight players.

Also Available As

Escape Plan 9: Deluxe Edition 2015

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Pro

Humorous survival theme with sci-fi and zombies
Interactive player actions through Take That mechanics
Supports 2 to 8 players for larger groups
Strong 80s B-movie thematic setting

Contra

Very long playtime up to 240 minutes
Requires patience and endurance for complex gameplay
Not suitable for families with younger children (12+)

Setting & Atmosphäre

The game is set in Wellsville, a fictional town infested by aliens and zombies reminiscent of 1980s B-movies. The theme mixes sci-fi, horror, and humor.

Tipp für Einsteiger

Focus on collecting and delivering survivors, but stay flexible to react to other players’ actions.

Häufige Fragen

Can I play this solo?

Escape Plan 9 requires at least two players and is not designed for solo play.

How long does a game really take?

A game can last up to 240 minutes, making it an extended play session.

What prior experience do I need?

The game suits experienced players and requires basic understanding of tactical board games.

How does this compare to similar games?

Escape Plan 9 stands out by combining humorous 80s B-movie atmosphere with survival and Take That mechanics.

Is this suitable for families?

Due to length and complexity, it is less suitable for families with younger children.

What mechanic makes it special?

The combination of Pick-up and Deliver with Take That creates dynamic player interaction.

Fazit

Escape Plan 9 suits players who enjoy complex, lengthy survival games with a humorous twist. It is less suitable for shorter or family-oriented game sessions.