Circadians: Chaos Order

Garphill Games, CHUR GAMES, Lavka Games · Board game · 2022
7.5 Ludopedia 7.9 BGG 2–5 · best 4 120–240 min Weight 3.9/5
Buy · from US$ 48.99
7.5 rating Ludopedia
7.9 rating BGG
Our Verdict
HIGHLY RECOMMENDED FOR GENRE FANS

Strategy and wargame enthusiasts will love asymmetric factions and dynamic mechanics.

Highlights
  • Asymmetric factions
  • Interactive mechanics
  • Engaging narrative
  • Strategic hand management
  • Wooden components
Keep in mind
  • Moderate learning curve
  • Long playtime
  • Heavy wooden components
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About the game

What you do in a play session

Circadians: Chaos Order is a sci-fi wargame for 2-5 players where each controls a unique faction on a collapsing planet. The narrative centers on catastrophic events turning the world into a chaotic battlefield. Players navigate hexagonal grids, manage resources, and utilize faction-specific abilities to achieve objectives. Mechanics include action drafting, area movement, hand management, and card-based conflict resolution. Each faction has unique leaders, attribute cards, and variable powers, creating asymmetric play. With a 120-240 minute playtime and wooden components, the game offers dynamic strategic challenges. Its engaging premise and balanced mechanics make it ideal for strategy and wargame enthusiasts seeking epic tactical depth.

Rules videos

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4 videos

Best player count

BGG community vote

2–5 players
2 REC
3 REC
4 BEST
5 REC

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Game details

Mechanics, categories, families and credits

Families

Components: Map (Continental / National scale) Components: Wooden pieces & boards Crowdfunding: Kickstarter Digital Implementations: TableTop Simulator Mod (TTS) Digital Implementations: VASSAL Setting: Circadians Universe
Publisher Garphill Games, CHUR GAMES, Lavka Games, Meeple, Mosaico Jogos, Pixie Games, Portal Games, Primigenio, Renegade Game Studios, Schwerkraft-Verlag
Designer S J Macdonald, Zach Smith
Artist Sam Phillips

Community

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3,023owners
857wishlist
85want to play

Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers before you buy

5 questions
How many players can play?
2-5 players.
How long is a playthrough?
120-240 minutes.
Is it difficult to learn?
Moderate learning curve, but rules are clear.
What are the components?
Wooden pieces, hexagonal grid map, and cards.
Who is it recommended for?
Strategy, wargame, and sci-fi fans.

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