# Epoch Struggle

## General Info
- **Year Published**: 2026
- **BGG Rating**: —
- **BGG Rank**: —
- **Players**: 2
- **Duration**: 45-90 min
- **Weight**: —
- **Publishers**: (Self-Published)
- **Categories**: Card Game
- **Mechanics**: Deck, Bag, and Pool Building, Take That

## Verdict
Epoch Struggle is that two-player card game that will test your planning and adaptation skills. If you like the idea of building a deck, but with the twist of having to get rid of it to win, you'll have a lot of fun here. The experience is a strategic duel where every decision matters, with a fun time-travel theme to spice up the gameplay.Innovative deck-building mechanicDirect player interactionStrategic decisions every turnFun time-travel themeGreat for intense duelsRequires long-term planningMay frustrate those who dislike 'Take That'RECOMMENDED

## Description
Get ready for a somewhat… chaotic journey through time in Epoch Struggle, a two-player deck-building card game where you, a mad scientist, must restore order to the universe – or at least try! Here’s the story: you built a time machine, pressed a giant button, and poof, your reality turned upside down. Now, your lab looks like a pirate ship, and there's an eyepatch-wearing fellow yelling at you. Looks like it's going to be a long day, huh?

In Epoch Struggle, the main mechanic is deck building and… deck removal. That's right! You start with a deck full of weaker cards. Each round, you travel to a specific Era (Past, Present, or Future) and use the energy from your cards to buy new, more powerful cards from that Era's Market. These new cards can do a lot of things: increase your purchasing power, disrupt your opponent, or even influence which Eras players can travel to.

To win, the key is to 'Sync' cards, moving them from your hand into your Timelines. A Synced card is removed from your deck. This is the big twist: removing a powerful card might bring you closer to victory, but it also means losing access to it for future plays. On the flip side, some cards only activate their stronger effects when they are Synced. The constant tension each turn is deciding: use the card for its immediate action, Sync it to advance a victory condition, or use its purchasing power to buy more stuff? It's a strategic dance between the short and long term that will really make you think!

## FAQ
### How many players can play Epoch Struggle?
Epoch Struggle is a game designed exclusively for two players, perfect for strategic duels.

### What is the average playtime?
A game of Epoch Struggle typically lasts between 45 and 90 minutes, depending on player experience.

### What is the complexity level of the game?
We don't have the official BGG Weight yet, but the deck-building and removal mechanic, combined with the strategic decisions each turn, suggests a medium complexity, ideal for those looking for a challenge.

### What are the main components of the game?
The game is a card game, so expect lots of cards! They will represent the Eras, Markets, starting cards, and the cards you can acquire and Sync.

### Who is Epoch Struggle recommended for?
It's highly recommended for fans of deck-building games who are looking for a twist on the mechanic, appreciate direct interaction (Take That), and enjoy strategic duels with a fun time-travel theme.

### Does the time-travel theme affect gameplay?
Yes! Each round you travel to an Era (Past, Present, or Future), and each Era has its own card Market, directly influencing your purchasing options and strategies.