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Cryo

Z-Man Games, Hobby Japan, Hobby World · Board game · 2021
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7.5 Ludopedia
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7.2 BoardGameGeek
Players
2–4 · best 3
Play Time
60–90 min
Weight
Weight 2.8/5
Year
Year 2021
Minimum age
Minimum age 13+
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7.2 rating BoardGameGeek

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RECOMMENDED

If you enjoy a strategic game with a space survival theme and a dash of intrigue, Cryo might be your next obsession! The mix of worker placement and area control in a frosty setting is pretty cool.

Highlights
  • Engaging strategy and strong theme
  • Creative multi-use cards
  • Good player interaction
Keep in mind
  • Initial learning curve
  • Moderate language dependency
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About the game

What you do in a play session

Hey folks! Ready to brave some serious cold and a mission that went spectacularly wrong? In Cryo, you and your crew are stranded on an icy planet after an anonymous saboteur sent your colony ship crashing down. With the ship in ruins and the biting cold setting in, your mission is to survive and, if possible, take control of the underground caverns.

Each player leads a rival faction, and the competition is fierce! The core gameplay involves strategic worker placement to send out drones to scavenge resources and, crucially, rescue your crew still in cryostasis. But watch out – other factions might try to sabotage your efforts!

The game challenges you to build and customize your own engineering platform, unlocking new actions tailored to your strategy. The cards are incredibly versatile, serving multiple purposes and giving you that crucial edge at the right moment. The ultimate goal? To secure your faction's dominance on this frigid, hostile world. It's a race against time and against other players to forge a new future for humanity before the sun sets for good. Suit up, because the adventure in Cryo promises to be intense!

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Rules manual — Cryo Portuguese · PDF
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Best player count

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2–4 players
2 REC
3 BEST
4 REC

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Components: Multi-Use Cards Digital Implementations: TableTop Simulator Mod (TTS) Digital Implementations: Tabletopia Misc: Watch It Played How To Videos
Publisher Z-Man Games, Hobby Japan, Hobby World
Designer Luke Laurie, Tom Jolly
Artist Bree Lindsoe, Jasmine Radue, Samuel R. Shimota

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Frequently Asked Questions

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What is the average playtime for Cryo?
A game of Cryo typically lasts between 60 and 90 minutes, depending on the number of players and familiarity with the rules.
How many players can play Cryo?
Cryo is designed for 2 to 4 players.
Is the game very complex? What's its weight?
The estimated weight on BoardGameGeek is 2.78, indicating an intermediate complexity. It's considered more of an 'expert' game but is accessible to those already familiar with modern board games.
Do I need to translate cards or components?
Yes, the game has moderate language dependency. It's recommended to have a translated reference sheet or translated cards to facilitate gameplay.
What is the main objective in Cryo?
The main objective is to survive on the frozen planet, rescue your crew from cryostasis, and secure control of the underground caverns for your faction, accumulating more points than your opponents.
What makes the cards special in Cryo?
The cards in Cryo are 'multi-use', meaning they can be used in different ways to perform distinct actions, adding an interesting strategic layer to your hand management.

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