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Calamity Hex

Calamity Hex

(Self-Published) · Board game · 2026
2–6 90–240 min
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Our Verdict

For fans of space games with pressure and variety: Calamity Hex delivers tactical exploration with a relentless clock!

Highlights
  • Unique modular board every game
  • 'Catch-up' mechanic for trailing players
  • Good strategy/luck balance
  • Well-implemented space theme
Keep in mind
  • Games may exceed 3 hours
  • Limited direct interaction at 6 players
  • Movement rules confusing at first
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About the game
Calamity Hex is a explosive mix of space exploration and race against time. Your homeworld, Dog Bone, is about to turn to dust thanks to a giant volcano, so you and up to 5 friends must escape by colonizing new hexagonal worlds. The game blends territory building, resource management and a dash of bluffing - because in space, sometimes you gotta trick others to survive. Each game is unique thanks to the modular board formed by players' tile placements, and it even has a 'catch-up' mechanic inspired by Quacks of Quedlinburg for those falling behind. Want points? Build the largest colony, complete public objectives or hoard valuable resources. But beware: the clock is ticking, and lava waits for no one!
BEST PLAYER COUNT
2 OK
3 OK
4 OK
5 OK
6 OK
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Game details

Mechanics

Action Drafting Betting and Bluffing Bribery Chit-Pull System End Game Bonuses Hexagon Grid Investment Map Addition Market Modular Board Movement Points Tile Placement Worker Placement, Different Worker Types

Categories

Abstract Strategy Civilization Economic Exploration Miniatures Space Exploration Territory Building Transportation

Families

Admin: Upcoming Releases Animals: Dogs Crowdfunding: Kickstarter
Publisher (Self-Published)
Frequently Asked Questions
Best player count?
3-4 is the sweet spot - good interaction without being too slow. At 6, brace for a space marathon!
Complexity?
Medium-high - not Terraforming Mars level, but with interconnected mechanics. Worth the learning curve!
Solo mode?
Not official, but creative players made solo variants. Check BGG community for options.
Needs expansions?
Base game is already complete, but designers promise Kickstarter stretch goals.
Minimum age?
14+ for complexity, but strategic teens might enjoy it with patience.
Includes miniatures?
Yes! Ships and colonists are detailed plastic minis - perfect for painting enthusiasts.
Cooperative play?
Competitive only, but has a 'shared threat' mode where the volcano is everyone's villain.
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