Horizons

Daily Magic Games, Crazy Pawn Games, Pixie Games · Board game · 2018
2–5 · best 3 60–75 min Weight 2.7/5
7.5 rating Ludopedia
6.7 rating BGG
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7.5 rating Ludopedia
6.7 rating BGG
Our Verdict
RECOMMENDED

For fans of space games with tactical decisions and area control. The highlight is the action flexibility and ever-changing board.

Highlights
  • Modular board changes every game
  • Strategic action selection
  • Good balance of luck and strategy
  • Well-implemented space theme
Keep in mind
  • Can drag with AP-prone players
  • Language dependency noticeable
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About the game

What you do in a play session

In Horizons, you're an interstellar civilization taking its first steps into an uncharted galaxy. Each turn, choose two actions from exploring unknown worlds, building colonies, harvesting resources, or recruiting strategic allies. The modular board ensures every game is unique, with star systems forming randomly as you progress. The area majority competition creates delicious tensions - is it worth expanding your empire or focusing on secret missions? With tile placement and area influence mechanics, Horizons offers a tactical experience where every decision matters. The game ends when someone places their last colony, and victory goes to whoever scores the most points through territorial control, accumulated knowledge, and completed objectives. Perfect for fans of space civilization games with a touch of indirect player interaction.

Rules videos

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5 videos

Best player count

BGG community vote

2–5 players
2 REC
3 BEST
4 REC
5 OK

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Game details

Mechanics, categories, families and credits

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Crowdfunding: Kickstarter Digital Implementations: TableTop Simulator Mod (TTS) Mechanism: 4X
Publisher Daily Magic Games, Crazy Pawn Games, Pixie Games, Schwerkraft-Verlag
Designer Levi Mote
Artist Mihajlo Dimitrievski

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Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers before you buy

6 questions
Best player count?
Works great with 3-4. More peaceful with 2, might drag a bit with 5.
Is it luck-heavy?
Some luck in exploration, but strategic decisions matter more.
Language dependent?
Yes, has significant text on cards and references. Needs translation for non-English speakers.
Good for beginners?
Medium complexity - better for players with some strategy game experience.
How does it compare to other 4X games?
Faster and more streamlined than games like Twilight Imperium, while keeping the genre's essence.
Solo mode?
No official solo mode, though fans have created variants.

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