Doomtown: Reloaded

Alderac Entertainment Group · Board game · 2014
2–4 · best 2 30 min Weight 3.6/5
7.4 rating Ludopedia
7.1 rating BGG
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7.4 rating Ludopedia
7.1 rating BGG
Our Verdict

If you enjoy a Western with a supernatural twist and like building your own deck for tactical battles, Doomtown: Reloaded is a sure bet!

Highlights
  • Engaging and unique theme
  • Poker mechanic in shootouts
  • Flexible deck building
  • High replayability
Keep in mind
  • Requires considerable reading
  • Can be intimidating initially
  • Language dependent
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About the game
Get ready to head back to the Old West, but with a very peculiar twist! Doomtown: Reloaded throws you into Gomorra, California, a town fiercely contested by four factions that don't get along at all. Think of it as an expandable card game where you build your own deck using the cards included in the box – no collecting required, which is a huge plus!

The goal is to dominate the town's properties using your 'dudes' (characters) and action cards. But watch out, because the opposition will try to thwart you with hexes, other characters, and plenty of trouble. The coolest part is that shootouts are resolved using a poker-inspired mechanism, where each card's rank and suit matter a lot. Planning your deck is as crucial as knowing when to play your best cards, as luck during an 'all-in' can turn the game around.

The factions are awesome: The Law Dogs (the police), The Sloane Gang (the bad guys), The Morgan Cattle Company (the capitalists), and The Fourth Ring (a sinister circus). Each has its own flavor and invites you to explore different strategies. The game blends deck building, area control, and some good old bluffing, all wrapped in a theme that mixes the Wild West with a touch of horror and fantasy. It's a game that requires a bit of reading and planning, but the reward is a tactical experience full of twists and turns.
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Admin: Better Description Needed! Digital Implementations: Tabletopia Game: Doomtown – Reloaded History: American Old West (Wild West) Setting: The Weird West (Pinnacle Entertainment) States: California
Publisher Alderac Entertainment Group
Designer Dave Williams (II), Mark Wootton
Artist Abrar Ajmal, Alberto Bontempi, Álvaro Calvo Escudero, Ambrose H. Hoilman, Andrew Gaia, Andy Fisher, B. A. Miller, Bart Sears, Biagio D'Alessandro, Brent Chumley, Brian Caleffi, Brian Snoddy, Brittany Pezzillo, Bruno Balixa, Bryan Sevilla, Bryon Wackwitz, Buzz, C. Edward Sellner, Carl Frank, Carmen Sinek, Char Reed, Chris Appel, Chris Bivins, Chris Wilson, Cristian Chihaia, Daniel Jiménez Villalba, Daniel Rudnicki, David Hammond, David Hueso, David Robert Hovey, David Su, Doug Shuler, Ed Cox, Edward Fetterman, Elliot Whiting, Friedrich A. Haas, Gabriel Blain, German Ponce, Grzegorz Bobrowski, Inna Vjuzhanina, J. Edwin Stevens, James Starr-King, Jeff Brown (II), Jesse Hibbs, John Morrow, Jon Taylor, Jonathan Moore, Jonny Hinkle (II), Jose Vega, Kamila Szutenburg, Kristel Raymundo, Lance Ridenoure, Larry Wilson, Lorenzo Sperlonga, Lucas Svedberg, M. Wayne Miller, Marcel Stobinski, Mario Wibisono, Marjorie Davis, Mark Behm, Matthew Sweeney, Michael Wolmarans, Michele Frigo, Miguel Coronado, Mirco Paganessi, Paolo Parente, Paul Daly, Paul Herbert, Pete Venters, Raciel Avila Silva, Ramon Puasa, Jr., Riccardo Rullo, Robin Wouters, Ron Spencer, Ross Grams, Sebastien Ecosse, Setiawan Lee, Stephen Najarian, Steve Ellis (I), Tamires Pedroso, Teejay Ralph Villahermosa, Todd Lockwood, Unique Litani Soparie, Vlad Ricean, Von Caberte, William O'Connor
Frequently Asked Questions
How many people can play Doomtown: Reloaded?
The game is designed for 2 to 4 players, perfect for intense duels or group confrontations.
How long does a game take?
Games are relatively quick, usually lasting between 30 and 60 minutes, depending on player experience.
Is the game difficult to learn?
Doomtown: Reloaded has a medium weight (3.6/5 on BGG). It requires reading the cards and some strategic thinking, so it might be a bit intimidating at first, but the learning curve is rewarding.
Do I need to buy expansions to play?
No! The base game comes with a fixed set of cards that allows you to build decks and play. Expansions add more cards and options, but the core game is fully playable on its own.
Is the theme just the Wild West?
The main theme is the Wild West, but with a strong dose of dark fantasy and horror, known as the 'Weird West'. Expect gunslingers, but also strange creatures and supernatural elements.
How do the shootouts work?
Shootouts are resolved using a poker mechanic. Each player forms a poker hand using cards from their hand and the deck, and the best hand wins the confrontation.