Equinox

Plan B Games, Piatnik, 本长文化 · Board game · 2021
2–5 · best 3 40–60 min Weight 2.0/5
7.0 rating Ludopedia
6.7 rating BGG
Buy · from US$ 11.99
7.0 rating Ludopedia
6.7 rating BGG
Our Verdict
RECOMMENDED

For those who enjoy a betting game with bluffing and a touch of fantasy, Equinox is a great choice! It's the kind of game that keeps you thinking and planning, with the thrill of seeing if your predictions pay off.

Highlights
  • Clever betting and bluffing
  • High replayability
  • Fun creature powers
  • Impactful actions
Keep in mind
  • Can feel low interaction
  • Elimination can frustrate
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About the game

What you do in a play session

In Equinox, mystical creatures gather in the forest with one goal: to secure their place in the legendary storybook. The catch? There's only room for four more tales, making the competition fierce! To achieve immortality, you'll need to be shrewder than your opponents and use cunning to your advantage. This betting game, crafted by the master Reiner Knizia (who also brought us Colossal Arena, with some new twists here!), gives you significant agency over the outcome. Each round, you and the other players place numbered power cards in front of the creatures. The creature with the lowest power is eliminated, so careful consideration is needed for where and when to invest. And don't forget the bets! Which creatures will you wager on to make it into the storybook? To turn the tide, you can also utilize the special powers of the creatures themselves. With 14 unique creatures, but only 8 in play each game, the combinations exceed three thousand! This ensures fantastic replayability. And to celebrate the equinox that occurs twice a year, the game features two different box covers, but the contents are identical. So, get ready to bluff, bet, and secure your immortal tale!

Rules videos

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2 videos

Best player count

BGG community vote

2–5 players
2 REC
3 BEST
4 REC
5 OK

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Game details

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Series: Betting Trilogy (Reiner Knizia)
Publisher Plan B Games, Piatnik, 本长文化
Designer Reiner Knizia
Artist Chris Quilliams

Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers before you buy

6 questions
How many people can play Equinox?
Equinox is designed for 2 to 5 players. It plays well across different player counts, though the dynamics might shift slightly.
How long does a game of Equinox typically last?
A game of Equinox usually takes between 40 and 60 minutes to complete.
Is Equinox a difficult game to learn?
The game's average weight is around 2.03, indicating that the rules are relatively straightforward and easy to grasp, though the strategy can be deeper.
What components come in the Equinox box?
The game includes power cards, creature tokens, and betting markers, all designed to create the betting and bluffing atmosphere in the mystical forest.
Who is Equinox best suited for?
It's ideal for players who enjoy games with betting, bluffing, and a light fantasy theme. If you appreciate games by Reiner Knizia, you'll feel right at home.
Can I play Equinox with children?
With adult guidance for explaining the rules, children around 10 years old can enjoy Equinox, especially if they like the fantasy theme.

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