The Manhattan Project: Energy Empire
- Designer Tom Jolly , Luke Laurie
- Publisher Minion Games , Doit Games , Playfun Games
- Illustration Josh Cappel , Jeffrey Edwards
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You take control of a nation in the atomic age, developing industry, commerce, and government while managing resources and energy sources like nuclear, coal, and oil. Every action increases pollution, which science can mitigate. The game blends worker placement, dice rolling, and tableau building to challenge you in balancing growth and environmental impact.
Who Is This Game For?
Designed for enthusiasts aged 13 and up, this complex strategy game lasts about 120 minutes, suitable for longer game sessions. It includes a solo mode. Prior experience with economic and resource management games is recommended due to its depth.
How It Works
Each round you choose to work or generate energy. During work turns, you place workers on the main board and activate cards in your tableau using energy and workers. During generate turns, you roll energy dice representing various power sources. You can pay energy to use occupied spaces on the main board. This strategic resource management drives your nation's development while considering environmental costs.
What Makes It Special
Designed by Tom Jolly and Luke Laurie, nominated for the 2016 Golden Geek Best Strategy Board Game. It is a standalone game in The Manhattan Project universe emphasizing environmental challenges rather than war. The mix of Contracts, Dice Rolling, and Tableau Building mechanisms sets it apart from other economic games.
Awards
2016
- 2017 Cardboard Republic Tactician Laurel — Nominated
Pro
- Includes solo mode for single players
- Combines Dice Rolling, Contracts, and Tableau Building
- Environmental theme integrated with economic gameplay
- Nominated for Golden Geek Awards 2016
Contra
- Long playtime around 120 minutes requires patience
- Complex rules and mechanics need prior experience
- Not suitable as a family game due to complexity and age 13+
Setting & Atmosphäre
Set in the atomic age of the 20th century, players lead nations expanding industry and competing for energy sources amid pollution and global crises.
Tipp für Einsteiger
Take time to understand the mechanics and focus on resource management before exploring complex strategies.
Häufige Fragen
Can I play this solo?
Yes, The Manhattan Project: Energy Empire includes a solo mode.
How long does a game really take?
A typical game lasts about 120 minutes, suitable for longer sessions.
What prior experience do I need?
This is a complex game best suited for experienced players familiar with economic and resource management games.
How does this compare to similar games?
It emphasizes environmental impact and combines Contracts, Dice Rolling, and Tableau Building, distinguishing it from other economic games.
Is this suitable for families?
Due to complexity and age recommendation of 13+, it is better suited for experienced players rather than families with young children.
What mechanic makes it special?
The blend of Dice Rolling, Contracts, and Tableau Building defines its unique gameplay.
Fazit
A demanding strategy game for players who want to combine complex mechanics with themes of industry and environment. Ideal for extended play and solo gaming. Not recommended for beginners without prior experience.
