Flatline

Renegade Game Studios · Board game · 2017
1–5 · best 4 Solo 25–45 min Weight 2.3/5
7.4 rating Ludopedia
7.1 rating BGG
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7.4 rating Ludopedia
7.1 rating BGG
Our Verdict
RECOMMENDED

If you love adrenaline and teamwork, Flatline serves up tension every minute.

Highlights
  • Intense cooperation
  • Time pressure
  • Colorful components
Keep in mind
  • Short learning curve
  • Luck dependent
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About the game

What you do in a play session

Flatline drops you into the emergency ward of a spaceship in the FUSE universe, where you and up to four teammates must rescue patients against the clock. Each round lasts exactly one minute, marked by a sand‑timer, and the goal is to match the symbols on your dice with the requirements on patient cards that arrive. The dice show icons instead of numbers, representing medical procedures, equipment or drugs. You roll, pick which dice to use, and if needed, trade dice with teammates to assemble the perfect combination before time runs out. Meanwhile, unexpected emergencies can pop up, forcing the group to adapt on the fly. The rules are straightforward, but the time pressure and cooperative nature generate tension and plenty of laughs. It can be played solo using a support‑card deck that simulates teammates, or cooperatively with up to five players. A typical game lasts 25‑45 minutes, making it a short yet intense session. Components include colorful icon dice, patient tokens, a one‑minute timer, and event cards. Flatline is light (weight 2.3/5), easy to learn, and has a gentle learning curve, perfect for fans of fast dice games, medical or sci‑fi themes, and anyone who enjoys a pulse‑pounding race against time.

Rules videos

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Rules manual

Official PDF file

Rules manual — Flatline English · PDF
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Best player count

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1–5 players
1 REC
2 REC
3 REC
4 BEST
5 REC

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Game details

Mechanics, categories, families and credits

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Components: Dice with Icons Medical: Hospitals / Clinics Occupation: Medic / Doctor / Nurses Series: Madison Game Design Cabal Setting: FUSE
Publisher Renegade Game Studios
Designer Kane Klenko
Artist Sean Thurlow

Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers before you buy

5 questions
How many players can play?
1 to 5 players, with a solo mode included.
How long does a game take?
Typically 25‑45 minutes, depending on player count and familiarity.
What is the game's complexity?
It is light, with straightforward rules that are easy to pick up.
What components are included?
Icon dice, patient tokens, a one‑minute timer, event cards, and a concise rulebook.
Is it suitable for players who dislike luck?
Dice luck matters, but teamwork and time management provide enough strategy to keep it engaging.

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