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Our Verdict
For those who enjoy space exploration games with deep themes and complex decisions, Arrival is quite a catch! The management of your AI and the colony's fate are in your hands.
Highlights
- Engaging and deep theme
- Strategic AI management
- Multiple ways to play
Keep in mind
- Requires high English proficiency
- Complexity can be daunting
- Dense and lengthy themes
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Embark on an interstellar odyssey that lasts a century in "Arrival"! Traveling between stars requires an absurd amount of helium fusion fuel, barely enough to send a minimal payload with two awake crew members and a few bioengineered embryos. You take on the role of one of the ship's AI minds, each with its own philosophy on how to found a successful colony. The objective? Establish a thriving home by managing technology, ecology, and society, following your AI's directive. Will you focus on terraforming to create a verdant planet, boost technology for future stellar journeys, or build a flourishing civilization? "Arrival" can be played cooperatively, competitively, or even politically, depending on how the colony's government develops. Each turn is a sequence of 5 phases: Events, Worksite Selection, Construction, Resources, and Work. But beware: if your AI accumulates too much distrust or shame, the colonists might abandon you! And who knows, perhaps your AI will evolve beyond its original programming, becoming a 'Grendel' – a superintelligent, immortal entity capable of rewriting its own destiny. The game is set in the High Frontier universe and can be played as a standalone sequel to Interstellar. Prepare for a deep and engaging experience, but be aware that the game requires advanced language proficiency to be fully enjoyed.
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Publisher
Ion Game Design, Sierra Madre Games
Designer
Paweł Garycki, Phil Eklund
What is the average playtime for Arrival?
A game of Arrival typically lasts around 120 minutes, making it a longer and more immersive experience.
How many players can play Arrival?
The game supports 1 to 6 players, allowing for solo, competitive, and cooperative experiences.
Is Arrival a difficult game to learn?
The complexity is considered moderate to high, especially due to the theme and the need to manage multiple aspects of the colony and the AI.
Do I need to know English to play Arrival?
Yes, the game has extensive language dependency and it is highly recommended to have a good level of English to play it comfortably.
What is the main objective in Arrival?
The objective is to establish a thriving colony by managing technology, ecology, and society according to your AI's philosophy, while avoiding distrust and shame.
Are there different game modes in Arrival?
Yes, Arrival can be played cooperatively, competitively, or politically, depending on how the colony's government evolves during the game.