# 8-Bit Zombie Smash

## General Info
- **Year Published**: 2019
- **BGG Rating**: 6.5
- **BGG Rank**: —
- **Players**: 1 (Best with: 1)
- **Duration**: 10-15 min
- **Weight**: 2.00 / 5
- **Designers**: Joseph Propati
- **Artists**: Joseph Propati
- **Publishers**: (Web published)
- **Categories**: Card Game, Dice, Print & Play, Zombies
- **Mechanics**: Area Majority / Influence, Hand Management, Solo / Solitaire Game, Tile Placement

## Verdict
If you love zombies and want to test your strategy in a few minutes, 8‑Bit Zombie Smash is the perfect pick.Fast pacedHigh replayabilityRetro vibeSolo funNot complexLimited componentsOptional rules require focusRECOMMENDED

## Description
8‑Bit Zombie Smash is a solo card‑and‑dice tile‑laying game that runs in 10‑15 minutes. You take on the role of a survivor trying to protect a neighborhood from swarms of zombies, using a variety of weapons and building safe houses. Every card you play must be placed on top of another card that shares at least one section, or you lose points—making each move feel consequential. The game also comes with nine optional parameter cards that are drawn at the start; each one adds a twist such as “only use firearms” or “no more than two cards in a single area,” keeping the challenge fresh every time you play. With only 18 action cards, nine parameter cards, and ten six‑sided dice, the components are lean, but the mechanics stack up. “Area Majority / Influence” pushes you to control the most zones on the board, while “Hand Management” forces you to decide whether to play a card now or hold it for a critical moment. “Tile Placement” comes into play when you position safe houses, shaping where zombies can spawn. The game’s retro 8‑bit aesthetic, complete with neon‑colored illustrations and the satisfying “boom” sound when you smash a zombie, gives it a nostalgic feel that pairs nicely with the tension of rolling dice. It’s not overly complex, making it perfect for players who enjoy quick, strategic solitaire games with a touch of humor. If you love zombies, thrive under pressure, and want to test your sparkling decision‑making in a few minutes, 8‑Bit Zombie Smash delivers a satisfying victory as you see the last area cleared of undead.

## FAQ
### How long does a game last?
Between 10 and 15 minutes.

### How many players?
Solo, one player.

### Is the game complex?
No, it’s simple and straightforward, great for light play.

### What components are needed?
18 action cards, 9 parameter cards, and 10 six‑sided dice.

### Who would enjoy this game?
Zombie lovers, solitaire game fans, and those who enjoy quick challenges.

### Can I create my own rules?
Yes, by using the parameter cards to add variations.