# Death Valley: Solo Challenges

## General Info
- **Year Published**: 2024
- **BGG Rating**: 7.6
- **BGG Rank**: —
- **Players**: 1
- **Duration**: 15 min
- **Weight**: —
- **Designers**: Michelle Skevington-Carter
- **Publishers**: Button Shy
- **Categories**: Card Game, Expansion for Base-game, Print & Play
- **Mechanics**: Scenario / Mission / Campaign Game, Solo / Solitaire Game

## Verdict
The perfect spice for Death Valley fans looking to refresh their solo routine.Quick and fun challengesMassive replayability boostUltra-portable Print & PlayFresh strategic layersRequires base gameCan be punishingly difficultRECOMMENDED

## Description
Ever feel like you've mastered your favorite solo game to the point where there's no mystery left? Death Valley: Solo Challenges is here to shake things up! Created by Michelle Skevington-Carter, this collection brings 18 unique challenges designed to breathe new life into your Death Valley sessions. Instead of just playing the standard game, you'll be aiming for specific, often quirky objectives that turn every playthrough into a brand-new puzzle.

Winning isn't just about meeting the base game's victory conditions; you must also satisfy the unique constraint of the chosen challenge. Some are relatively straightforward, like ensuring your Journey and Scrapbook have the same number of cards, while others are absolute brain-burners. For instance, the 'Closely Matched' challenge might have you sweating as you try to win by a razor-thin margin of just one point—and yes, you will probably fail a few times before getting it right!

These challenges actually started as a weekly community event on the Button Shy Discord. Due to overwhelming demand, they've been formalized into this Print & Play set that you can carry anywhere. It's the perfect way to spice up your solo gaming routine, adding layers of unpredictability and strategic depth to a game you already love. If you're looking for a reason to dive back into the desert with a completely fresh perspective, these challenges are exactly what you need.

## FAQ
### Do I need the base Death Valley game?
Yes, absolutely! This is a challenge supplement that relies entirely on the base game's rules and components.

### How long does each challenge take?
Since the base game is quite fast, each challenge should take roughly 15-20 minutes.

### Is it difficult to play?
It depends on the challenge! Some are easy, but others are designed to push your limits and may require multiple attempts.

### What exactly am I getting?
Since it is a Print & Play product, you receive a file to print and assemble your own challenges at home.

### Who is this for?
Solo gamers who love compact card games and want to avoid the feeling of 'I've already mastered this game'.