# Evil Dead 2: 1% – A Groovy Game of Strategic Chance ## General Info - **Year Published**: 2024 - **BGG Rating**: 7.0 - **BGG Rank**: #15621 - **Players**: 2-6 (Best with: 4) - **Duration**: 1-30 min - **Weight**: 1.00 / 5 - **Designers**: Luke Melia - **Artists**: Eliza Bolli - **Publishers**: Iconiq Studios - **Categories**: Card Game, Horror, Movies / TV / Radio theme - **Mechanics**: Auction / Bidding, Dice Rolling, Push Your Luck ## Verdict Evil Dead 2: 1% will please fans of fast, tense games with just the right dose of macabre humor.Lightning‑fast paceStrategic biddingThematic humorHeavy luck relianceVery minimal componentsRECOMMENDED ## Description Grab your shotgun, rally the crew and head for the cabin: Evil Dead 2: 1% – A Groovy Game of Strategic Chance is a fast‑paced card‑and‑dice showdown that blends strategy, probability and a dash of misdirection. A single round runs 1 to 30 minutes, perfect for 2‑6 players who enjoy a tongue‑in‑cheek horror vibe. The goal is straightforward yet tense: be the first to roll double zero on the dice. To get there, each round features an auction where players bid resources to either earn the right to roll now or draw cursed Necronomicon cards that boost their odds on a later turn. The cards force a choice between immediate risk (roll now) and future advantage (improve probability). The push‑your‑luck element keeps the pulse racing – you can keep pressing, but another player might swoop in and claim victory. Dice‑rolling injects just enough randomness, while the bidding creates strategic tension over who should gamble and who should hold back. With a BGG weight of 1/5, the rules are light, components minimal (cards, dice, tokens), and the learning curve is near‑zero. The artwork captures the ’80s aesthetic and nods to the cult film, while the franchise’s dark humor makes every playthrough a blast. If you love short, competitive games and don’t mind a little gamble, Evil Dead 2: 1% offers a tense, funny and highly replayable experience, ideal for casual game nights or quick sessions between friends. ## FAQ ### How many players can join? 2 to 6 players. ### How long does a game take? Typically 1–30 minutes, depending on player count and choices. ### What is the complexity level? Very low – rules are simple and quick to learn. ### What components are included? Cards, two dice, bidding tokens and a small score marker. ### Who is this game for? Anyone who enjoys short, tense games with horror humor and a bit of risk. ### Do I need prior auction experience? No, the bidding mechanic is straightforward and explained in the first rounds. ### Are expansions planned? No expansions have been announced so far. ## Price Comparison ### Best International Offers - **BoardGamePrices.com**: $ 15.99 (https://boardgameprices.com/item/go?source=A&storeitemid=6968730&utm_source=boardgamesbot.com) - **BoardGamePrices.com**: $ 16.10 (https://boardgameprices.com/item/go?source=A&storeitemid=6169141&utm_source=boardgamesbot.com) - **BoardGamePrices.com**: $ 16.99 (https://boardgameprices.com/item/go?source=A&storeitemid=7065858&utm_source=boardgamesbot.com) - **BoardGamePrices.com**: $ 17.24 (https://boardgameprices.com/item/go?source=A&storeitemid=6338461&utm_source=boardgamesbot.com) - **BoardGamePrices.com**: $ 20.21 (https://boardgameprices.com/item/go?source=A&storeitemid=6785357&utm_source=boardgamesbot.com) - See all on BoardGamePrices: https://boardgameprices.com/item/show/83194/evil-dead-2-1-a-groovy-game-of-strategic-chance?utm_source=boardgamesbot.com