# FUSE Countdown

## General Info
- **Year Published**: 2023
- **BGG Rating**: 7.5
- **BGG Rank**: #4314
- **Players**: 1-4 (Best with: 4)
- **Duration**: 10 min
- **Weight**: 2.00 / 5
- **Designers**: Kane Klenko
- **Artists**: Chris Ostrowski, Josh Kasper
- **Publishers**: Renegade Game Studios, Banana Games, GaGa Games, Origames, Schwerkraft-Verlag, Ігромаг
- **Categories**: Action / Dexterity, Dice, Real-time, Science Fiction
- **Mechanics**: Cooperative Game, Dice Rolling, Die Icon Resolution, Elapsed Real Time Ending, Open Drafting, Pattern Building, Real-Time, Variable Player Powers

## Verdict
Quick‑fire action and teamwork lovers will love this.Fast‑paced challengeReal‑time tensionMulticolored diceLimited real‑timeRequires teamworkHIGHLY RECOMMENDED

## Description
FUSE Countdown brings the high‑stakes thrill of bomb defusal straight to the tabletop, but with a twist that amps up the insanity. Instead of just rolling dice and filling slots, you now get multicolored dice that fit any color, boosting flexibility and tension. When a roll fails, you don’t just lose a turn— you draw a Spark card, a mini‑bomb that must be resolved before the timer runs out. Each player also gets a unique role, giving everyone a special ability that can swing the tide in your favor. The game is cooperative, so the team must communicate and coordinate moves to win before the 10‑minute clock expires. The “Elapsed Real‑Time Ending” mechanic keeps the pressure constant, while “Pattern Building” forces you to plan turns that create sequences of dice unlocking bonuses. The “Open Drafting” component lets you pick Spark cards from an open pool, adding a layer of strategy each round. FUSE Countdown is perfect for those who love fast‑paced, action‑packed games with time‑pressure challenges, and who enjoy teaming up to overcome unexpected obstacles. If you’ve played the original FUSE, you’ll find the new title fresh and still retains the same tense, cooperative vibe that made the original a hit. If you’re new to FUSE but enjoy dice games with real‑time mechanics, it’s worth trying out—it blends speed, strategy, and a dash of chaos that makes every game unique.

## FAQ
### How many players can play?
1 to 4 players.

### How long does a game last?
Between 10 and 10 minutes, depending on the team’s pace.

### What is the complexity level?
Medium, with easy-to‑learn rules but mechanics that demand constant attention.

### What components are included?
Multicolored dice, Spark cards, player role cards, bomb tokens, and board components.

### Who is this game for?
Those who enjoy cooperative, dice‑based games with real‑time pressure.

### Can it be played as an expansion?
Yes, it works as an expansion for the original FUSE.