# Deadlands: Doomtown

## General Info
- **Year Published**: 1998
- **BGG Rating**: 7.3
- **BGG Rank**: #4205
- **Players**: 2-6 (Best with: 2)
- **Duration**: 45 min
- **Weight**: 3.02 / 5
- **Designers**: Dave Williams (II)
- **Artists**: Anthony Grabski, Bryon Wackwitz, Dan Frazier, Edward Fetterman, Heather Hudson, Melissa Benson, Paolo Parente, Paul Herbert, Todd Lockwood, William O'Connor
- **Publishers**: Alderac Entertainment Group, Five Rings Publishing Group, Pinnacle Entertainment Group, Wizards of the Coast
- **Categories**: American West, Card Game, City Building, Collectible Components, Fantasy, Fighting, Horror
- **Mechanics**: Hand Management, Modular Board, Variable Player Powers

## Verdict
Fans of dark Westerns and brain-burning games will love this cult classic. Deep strategy meets unforgettable style!Innovative poker-based combatDynamic town-buildingRich, immersive themeRewards long-term planningNot beginner-friendlyLanguage-dependent (needs translation)Steep learning curveFOR GENRE FANS

## Description
Deadlands: Doomtown is a collectible card game that throws you into the Weird West, a world where cowboys battle zombies, dark magic, and supernatural horrors. You lead an 'outfit' vying for control of the sinister boomtown Gomorrah. The game stands out with its poker-based combat system — yes, your bluffing skills matter! — and dynamic town-building where every deed card reshapes the battlefield. Expect deep strategy, shifting alliances, and high-stakes decisions. Not for the faint-hearted: Doomtown rewards meticulous planning and quick thinking.

## FAQ
### How many players can play?
2-6 players, but it shines with 3-4 for optimal strategy balance.

### What's the average playtime?
About 45 minutes, though complex matches can run longer.

### Do I need to buy booster packs?
Yes, it's a CCG. Starter decks work, but deck-building is key to mastery.

### Is it hard to learn?
The poker combat system has a steep curve. Watch tutorial videos before your first game.

### What's the best part?
Bluffing through a poker duel while your gang takes over the town — pure Weird West vibes!

### Do I need Deadlands RPG knowledge?
No, it stands alone. But RPG fans will spot familiar characters and locations.

### Is there a Portuguese version?
Not officially. Fan translations exist, but English proficiency helps.