Doom Machine

(Self-Published) · Board game · 2021
1 · best 1 Solo 15–30 min Weight 1.9/5
7.8 rating Ludopedia
7.6 rating BGG
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7.8 rating Ludopedia
7.6 rating BGG
Our Verdict

Love the idea of facing a killer machine in a pocket-sized game? Doom Machine is pure tension and dice strategy!

Highlights
  • Intense solo challenge
  • Fast and portable
  • Tactical dice management
  • Engaging theme
Keep in mind
  • Dice luck matters
  • Can be frustrating
  • Repetitive long-term
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About the game
Get ready for an intense dose of adrenaline that fits in your pocket! Doom Machine is that kind of solo game that grabs you and doesn't let go, perfect for taking anywhere. The mission is clear: face a destructive machine that constantly evolves and grows by the minute. Your task is to find and detonate the core of this threat before humanity is wiped out. But beware, this machine is cunning; it adapts and changes its parts each turn! You'll have to think fast, roll your dice wisely, use your abilities to tweak the results, and allocate your dice to defend yourself or attack the machine's parts. Destroying these parts gives you an advantage, freeing up more dice for you to use. Each round has two phases: in the first, you roll your dice, use the modification slots to give them a boost or a re-roll, and then decide where to allocate them: to shields to block incoming damage, or to the machine's parts to deal damage and try to destroy them. In the second phase, the machine's AI kicks in, moving markers and activating effects that can cause you trouble, like dealing more damage, repairing parts, or even locking your dice. And the kicker: with each complete cycle of parts, a new one is added, increasing the difficulty. Do you have what it takes to survive long enough and end this threat?
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In English

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Category: Print-on-Demand Containers: Mint Tins Crowdfunding: Kickstarter Players: Solitaire Only Card Games Players: Solitaire Only Games
Publisher (Self-Published)
Designer Nathan Meunier
Artist Nathan Meunier
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average playtime for Doom Machine?
A game of Doom Machine lasts between 15 and 30 minutes, depending on your skill in handling the machine!
How many players can play Doom Machine?
It's designed for a single player! It's you against the machine.
Is the game very difficult? What is its complexity?
The weight on BoardGameGeek is 1.86, indicating low to moderate complexity. The difficulty increases as the machine evolves, but the learning curve is quick.
What are the main components of the game?
Mainly cards and dice. It's a very compact 'mint tin' format game.
Do I need to know English to play?
The text in the game is minimal and easy to memorize or translate, considered to have low language dependency.
Who do you recommend Doom Machine for?
Recommended for those who enjoy solo games, tactical dice puzzles, and an engaging sci-fi theme with high tension.