Collapse

(Self-Published) · Board game · 2015
2–4 · best 2 20 min Weight 2.3/5
7.4 rating Ludopedia
6.2 rating BGG
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7.4 rating Ludopedia
6.2 rating BGG
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RECOMMENDED

A fast-paced-survival deck builder perfect for fans of apocalyptic-themed-games.

Highlights
  • Immersive-apocalyptic-scenarios
  • Quick-and-snappy-gameplay
  • Tight-resource-management
Keep in mind
  • Can-be-quite-punishing
  • Language-dependency-is-moderate
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About the game

What you do in a play session

Ever felt that post-apocalyptic movie vibe where everything is falling apart? That is exactly what Collapse brings to your tabletop. You are thrust into the final months before the end of civilization, and your only goal is to survive long enough to see another day. What makes this game stand out is the variety of-apocalypse scenarios: you can choose to face a financial collapse, a biological outbreak, a natural disaster, or a nuclear meltdown. If you are feeling extra chaotic, you can even mix them up for a truly unpredictable-end-of-the-world experience.

At its core, Collapse is a deck-building game where every card counts. You will be working to build a deck that helps you gather essential supplies like food and weapons, while also investing in fortifications to buy yourself more time. But watch out—time is a finite resource, and your neighbors are just as desperate as you are, competing for the same dwindling supplies. It is a tight race against both the ticking clock and your fellow players. You will need to balance long-term planning with the ability to react to sudden-death events. It is fast-paced, tense, and perfect for players who love survival themes and efficient card management. Will you build a fortress or will you run out of canned goods just when you need them most? The collapse is coming!

Best player count

BGG community vote

2–4 players
2 BEST
3 REC
4 REC

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Crowdfunding: Kickstarter
Publisher (Self-Published)
Designer Jordan Goddard
Artist Alice Bessoni

Frequently Asked Questions

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5 questions
How long does a game take?
Expect a quick session, usually lasting around 20-30 minutes.
Is it hard to learn?
It has a moderate-low complexity, making it accessible but strategically deep.
Do I need to know English?
There is a moderate-level language dependency, so-translation aids are recommended.
How many players can play?
It supports 2 to 10 players (though-standard-rules-mention-2-4).
What is the main-theme?
Survival during various-end-of-the-world-scenarios.

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