Human Punishment: The Beginning

Godot Games · Board game · 2022

1.3 Ludopedia 6.5 BGG 3–6 · best 5 120–180 min Weight 3.6/5

Buy · from US$ 29.99

1.3 rating Ludopedia

6.5 rating BGG

Buy · from US$ 29.99

Our Verdict

FOR GENRE FANS

If you enjoy traitor games, bluffing, and a good dose of paranoia in a sci-fi setting, Human Punishment: The Beginning might be your jam! The mix of mechanics and the option to expand with the other game in the series add a special flavor.

Highlights

Social deduction and betrayal
Sci-fi setting
Combines with another game
Varied mechanics

Keep in mind

Complexity and playtime
High language dependency

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About the game

What you do in a play session

Hey folks! Ready to rewrite the future of humanity? Human Punishment: The Beginning throws you into an electrifying mix of social deduction, semi-cooperation, and that classic pick-up-and-deliver vibe we all love. The stakes are high: a machine revolution is looming, and to make matters worse, there are spies trying to corrupt the human players. And that's not all! Factions like Outlaws, Fallen, and Legion are in play, each with their own secret agendas. Even while trying to save humanity, everyone might have their own hidden motives. The game features a cool mechanic called CWS (Connecting World System), which even lets you combine it with Human Punishment: Social Deduction 2.0 for an even more epic experience with an outcome that's uniquely yours! So, let's fight the machines, build the Apex, evade Deus X Machina, and most importantly, don't fall for the machines' tricks. It's time to change history!

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Rules videos

Learn by watching before you open the box

4 videos

In English

Best player count

BGG community vote

3–6 players

3 REC

4 BEST

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6 BEST

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Game details

Mechanics, categories, families and credits

Publisher Godot Games

Designer Stefan Godot

Artist Eddie Mendoza, Karsten Schulmann, Sandra Süsser, Tithi Luadthong

Community

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2,132owners

295wishlist

15want to play

Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers before you buy

7 questions

What is the average playtime?

Prepare for an immersion! The game can last between 120 to 180 minutes, depending on the number of players and how quickly everyone figures out the mysteries.

How many players can participate?

It's designed for groups of 3 to 6 players. The more people, the higher the chance of a hidden traitor and more (good) chaos ensues!

Is it a purely cooperative game?

Not exactly! It's semi-cooperative. Everyone tries to prevent the machine revolution, but each faction and player might have their own secret objectives, which can lead to internal conflicts.

Do I need to play with the other Human Punishment game?

Not at all! Human Punishment: The Beginning works perfectly as a standalone game. But if you want an even bigger experience, it can be combined with Human Punishment: Social Deduction 2.0.

Is the game very difficult to learn?

The BGG weight is 3.58, indicating intermediate complexity. It's not a super simple game, but with a bit of attention to the rules, players can get the hang of it.

Does the game come in Portuguese?

Unfortunately, the game has high language dependency, with most text in English. To play it in Brazil, you'll need a full translation or players who are fluent in English.

Who is this game recommended for?

It's ideal for those who enjoy social deduction games with elements of bluffing, betrayal, and an engaging sci-fi theme. Perfect for game nights with friends who like to suspect each other!