1960: The Making of the President

Get ready for a journey back to 1960, a pivotal year in American political history, where John F. Kennedy and Richard M. Nixon waged an epic electoral battle. In '1960: The Making of the President', you step into the shoes of one of these titans, vying for the presidency of the United States amidst the Cold War and intense social turmoil. The game simulates the complexity of the campaign, from civil rights and economic issues to famous TV appearances and the final push on election day.

The board is an electoral map of the 1960 USA, where each state holds its electoral vote value. The core mechanic is card-driven, with cards representing significant historical campaign events – like the televised debate and the Catholic question – or they can be used to generate campaign points. These points are essential for gaining support in states, influencing regional media, and dominating the important issues of the day. Each round, you decide whether to play a card for its powerful event or for its campaign points, a choice that can change the course of the election.

The objective is simple yet challenging: secure the majority of electoral votes. To do this, you must spread support cubes across the states, contesting every vote with your opponent. Additionally, regional propaganda and focusing on the day's issues are crucial for building your campaign's momentum. With limited resources and scarce time, every decision matters. Will you reenact history or rewrite it, leading your candidate to the White House?