Our Verdict
HIGHLY RECOMMENDED
If you're into cooperative games with a relevant theme and a significant challenge, Daybreak is the perfect choice to save the planet!
Highlights
- Urgent and engaging theme
- Deep cooperative mechanics
- High replayability guaranteed
- Impactful strategic decisions
- High-quality components
Keep in mind
- Can be a bit complex
- Defeat is a real possibility
- Requires constant communication
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About the game
What you do in a play session
In Daybreak, players unite in a race against time to combat climate change, taking on the roles of global powers. The objective is clear: dismantle the system driving global warming while simultaneously building resilient societies capable of protecting people from impending crises. It's an intense cooperative game where every decision matters, and collaboration is the key to the planet's survival. You and your friends will need to deploy smart policies and innovative technologies, managing resources and responding to unexpected global events. Each round, the global temperature can rise, and the number of people in crisis can increase, leading to collective defeat if these indicators reach critical levels. But don't despair! If you manage to reduce global emissions to net-zero, victory is for everyone. With variable player powers and a setup that changes each game, Daybreak offers a challenging and highly replayable experience, inviting players to rethink strategies and work together for a more sustainable future.
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Rules videos
Learn by watching before you open the box
In English
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Daybreak - How to Play
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Daybreak / e-Mission - Complete, Concise, How to Play Board Game + Tips
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How to play Daybreak solo
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Daybreak - Playing With Friends
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Daybreak How to Play & Strategy Tips!
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Daybreak: How to Play
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DAYBREAK: Overview by WTW
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Daybreak strategy guide: a simple method to beat the solo game in 3 rounds (or less!)
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Daybreak | Kennerspiel des Jahres 2024 Winner! | Solo Board Game Tutorial and Playthrough
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Papa Boris teaches Daybreak
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Vídeo reseña Daybreak por El club del dado
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Mechanics, categories, families and credits
Mechanics
Categories
Families
Publisher
CMYK, asmodee, Gémklub, Ghenos Games, Hobby Japan, Hobby World, Korea Boardgames, Lucky Duck Games, MINDOK, Schmidt Spiele
Designer
Matt Leacock, Matteo Menapace
Artist
Mads Berg
Community
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Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers before you buy
How many players can play Daybreak?
Daybreak is a cooperative game for 1 to 4 players. Yes, you can save the world solo or with your team of up to three friends!
What is the average playtime for a game of Daybreak?
A game of Daybreak typically takes between 60 and 120 minutes. Get ready for a strategic session that can last a good while, depending on the complexity of your decisions and the group's pace.
What is the complexity level of Daybreak?
Daybreak is considered a medium-complexity game (BGG weight 2.87/5). It offers strategic depth without being overly complicated, but it requires attention to the rules and good communication among players.
Is Daybreak suitable for beginners or experienced players?
While it has a medium weight, its cooperative mechanics and engaging theme can attract beginners willing to learn. However, players with some experience in cooperative board games will likely adapt more quickly and better appreciate the game's depth.
Does the game have expansions or additional content?
As a recent release (2023), Daybreak has potential for future expansions. Keep an eye on publisher news for new modules or components that could further enrich the experience.
What is the main challenge in Daybreak?
The biggest challenge is balancing the reduction of carbon emissions with protecting populations from climate crises. You need to be proactive in implementing solutions and reactive to global events, all within a scenario of limited resources and escalating threats.
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