SpaceShipped (2019) Board Game
SpaceShipped is a card game released in 2019 by Button Shy. Designed by Lucas Gentry, this game falls into the categories of Economic, Print & Play, Science Fiction, and Space Exploration. With a focus on solo play, SpaceShipped offers a unique gaming experience of commodity speculation in a space-themed setting.
Game Components of SpaceShipped
– 4 types of ships
– 4 sets of crew members
– 8 different pieces of equipment
– Over 30 random events
How To Setup SpaceShipped
To set up the game, separate the Wealth, Starting Crew, Ship, and Equipment cards from the base game. Then, sort the remaining base game cards, along with any expansion cards, into groups: Crew, Ships, Equipment, and Enemies. Shuffle each group and randomly draw 3 Crew cards, 3 Ship cards, 7 Equipment cards, and 1 Enemy card. Combine these with the set-aside cards to form the 18-card deck used for the game.
Gameplay Mechanics and Game Objective
– Resource trading: Buy low, sell high to earn money.
– Ship and crew management: Upgrade your ship, hire crew members, and install equipment.
– Random events: Encounter solar winds, violent attacks, and other challenges.
– Enemy interactions: Deal with marauders trying to collect exotic stones.
– Earn enough money to buy two (or three, for a tougher challenge) very expensive exotic stones before the marauders do.
– Manage ship damage and repairs to avoid destruction.
Player Experience
Playing SpaceShipped is a thrilling solo adventure where you navigate the challenges of space trading. You’ll need to make strategic decisions about which resources to buy and sell, how to upgrade your ship and crew, and how to handle the random events that come your way. The game demands a balance between earning money, managing resources, and avoiding the threats posed by marauders and environmental hazards.
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Personal Thoughts on SpaceShipped
SpaceShipped is ideal for solo gamers who enjoy strategic resource management and rapid decision-making. It’s a great choice for those looking for a compact, easy-to-learn game that still offers a rich and challenging experience. However, players seeking multiplayer interactions or more complex game mechanics might find it less appealing. Overall, it’s a fun and engaging game that fits well into a busy lifestyle due to its short playtime and high replay value.
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