Outdoor Survival
- Designer Jim Dunnigan
- Publisher The Avalon Hill Game Co
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In Outdoor Survival, you face scenarios from lost hikers to rescue missions, navigating a hexagon grid while managing food, water, and threats like animals and sickness. Dice rolling and event cards influence your journey as you try to escape or survive the wilderness.
Who Is This Game For?
This game suits players aged 10 and up who enjoy survival themes and quick sessions. Its family-friendly complexity and solo mode make it accessible without prior experience, while offering tactical movement and resource decisions.
How It Works
Players move their pieces on a hexagonal grid using movement points, resolving dice rolls and events that affect resources and hazards. Different scenarios change objectives and challenges, combining dice rolling, event resolution, and grid movement mechanics.
What Makes It Special
Designed by Jim Dunnigan in 1972, Outdoor Survival is one of the early survival board games. It blends dice luck with tactical hex-grid movement and event-driven challenges. Its ongoing presence as a TableTop Simulator mod highlights its lasting appeal.
Pro
- Early survival board game from 1972
- Includes solo mode
- Short playtime around 30 minutes
- Combines dice rolling, events, and hex-grid movement
Contra
- No awards received
- Simple mechanics may feel basic to experienced players
- Limited to 1–4 players and low complexity
Setting & Atmosphäre
The game simulates surviving in the wilderness of the USA, with scenarios ranging from lost hikers to rescue operations, featuring natural dangers and animal encounters.
Tipp für Einsteiger
Focus on managing your resources and moving efficiently on the hex grid to avoid dangers.
Häufige Fragen
Can I play this solo?
Yes, Outdoor Survival supports solo play.
How long does a game really take?
Each game lasts about 30 minutes, allowing for quick play sessions.
What prior experience do I need?
The game is family-friendly and requires no special prior experience.
How does this compare to similar games?
Varied scenarios add different challenges.
Is this suitable for families?
Yes, suitable for players aged 10 and up with manageable complexity.
What mechanic makes it special?
Dice Rolling combined with Hexagon Grid Movement and Events defines its gameplay.
Fazit
Outdoor Survival is a solid pick for those seeking a straightforward survival experience with solo play. Players desiring deeper strategy might find it too simple.
