Radlands
- Designer Daniel Piechnick
- Publisher Roxley , CoolPlay , Galápagos Jogos , Geekach LLC , Gém Klub Kft.
- Illustration Damien Mammoliti , Mr. Cuddington , Manny Trembley
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Start for freeWhat to Expect
In Radlands, you lead a group of survivors fighting to protect your three camps from a rival tribe. Water is your main resource, used to play people and events. Each card can be played on the table or discarded for quick effects. The game emphasizes hand management and finding powerful card synergies while using action points to plan your moves.
Who Is This Game For?
Radlands is designed for two players seeking a tactical and intense duel. With a playing time of around 40 minutes, it suits players who enjoy short but strategically deep games. It is a medium-weight game (gamer level) that benefits from some prior experience with resource and card management.
How It Works
Players manage their hand cards and spend action points to play people and events. Cards are multi-use, serving as permanent units or instant effects when discarded. Actions are sequenced in an action queue, requiring tactical foresight. Variable player powers create diverse play styles. The goal is to destroy your opponent’s camps while defending your own.
What Makes It Special
Designed by Daniel Piechnick, Radlands won the 2021 Board Game Quest Awards for Best Card Game and Best Two Player Game, as well as the Cardboard Republic Striker Award. Combining hand management, take-that mechanics, and variable powers, it stands out with its fast-paced, strategic duels in a neon-lit post-apocalyptic world.
Awards
- 2021 Board Game Quest Awards Best Card Game — Winner
- 2021 Board Game Quest Awards Best Two Player Game — Winner
- 2021 Cardboard Republic Striker Award — Winner
Pro
- Intense 2-player strategic duels
- Water as a key resource creates meaningful decisions
- Multi-use cards allow flexible strategies
- Multiple 2021 awards winner
Contra
- Only playable with two players
- Requires strategic thinking and some experience
- Not suitable for younger children (14+ recommended)
Setting & Atmosphäre
Set in a post-apocalyptic world where water is the most precious resource, Radlands features bright neon colors and intense tribal conflicts.
Tipp für Einsteiger
Focus on managing your water resource efficiently and understanding card abilities early in the game.
Häufige Fragen
Can I play this solo?
Radlands is designed exclusively for two players and does not include a solo mode.
How long does a game really take?
A typical game lasts about 40 minutes, making for quick and intense duels.
What prior experience do I need?
Radlands is a medium-weight game that benefits from some experience with tactical card and resource management.
How does this compare to similar games?
Radlands uniquely combines action points, hand management, and multi-use cards in a high-interaction, post-apocalyptic setting.
Is this suitable for families?
Due to its complexity and age recommendation of 14+, Radlands is better suited for experienced players than for families with young children.
What mechanic makes it special?
The blend of action points, action queues, and multi-use cards provides tactical depth and flexible gameplay.
Fazit
Radlands offers a fast, tactical card duel for two players, ideal for fans of resource management and direct competition. Its depth requires some experience but rewards strategic planning.
