EGO

Bitewing Games · Board game · 2025
2–5 · best 5 40–80 min Weight 2.4/5
rating Ludopedia
7.2 rating BGG
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rating Ludopedia
7.2 rating BGG
Our Verdict
RECOMMENDED

Fans of strategic auctions and sci-fi themes will enjoy EGO. The game balances tension and strategy brilliantly.

Highlights
  • Dynamic and tension-filled auctions
  • Challenging resource management
  • Modular board increases replayability
  • Game-changing events
Keep in mind
  • May be complex for beginners
  • Games can run longer than expected
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About the game

What you do in a play session

In the 23rd century, humanity has finally discovered extraterrestrial life beyond our solar system. With technological advancements, advanced civilizations have been found on planets, moons, and asteroids across the Milky Way. Now, the race to establish interstellar relations has begun! In EGO, you take on the role of ambassadors from the Extraterrestrial Greeting Organization (EGO), competing to gain political prestige and influence among alien civilizations. The game combines strategic auctions, resource management, and events that can change the course of the game. Every decision is crucial: pushing your luck too far can lead to severe penalties, while calculated moves can secure significant end-game bonuses. With a modular board and mechanics like sealed bids and transmission events, EGO offers a dynamic and tension-filled experience. Who will impress the aliens and secure a seat in the Galactic Senate?

Rules videos

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4 videos

Best player count

BGG community vote

2–5 players
2 OK
3 REC
4 REC
5 BEST

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Game details

Mechanics, categories, families and credits

Families

Creatures: Aliens / Extraterrestrials Crowdfunding: Kickstarter Misc: Made by Panda Series: Cosmic Silos Trilogy (Reiner Knizia) Series: Crown Jewel Selection (Bitewing Games)
Publisher Bitewing Games
Designer Reiner Knizia
Artist Marie Bergeron

Community

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1,213owners
609wishlist
101want to play

Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers before you buy

5 questions
How many players can participate?
EGO is for 2 to 5 players.
How long does a game last?
A game lasts between 40 and 80 minutes.
Is the game hard to learn?
EGO has a weight of 2.4/5 on BGG, so it's accessible but may take a few games to master the strategies.
What are the main components?
The game includes cards, tokens, a modular board, and scoring markers.
Who is it recommended for?
EGO is ideal for fans of strategic auctions and sci-fi themes.

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