Journey to the West: Eighty-one Perils — Soundtrack

Whales Entertainment, (Self-Published), 星空桌游 Starry Sky Games · Board game · 2022
Ludopedia 6.2 BGG 3–8 20 min
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RECOMMENDED

Fans of card games with an epic theme and simple mechanics will have fun here.

Highlights
  • Rich and engaging theme
  • Easy-to-learn mechanics
  • Great for large groups
Keep in mind
  • Can feel repetitive after multiple plays
  • Somewhat luck-dependent
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About the game

What you do in a play session

In 'Journey to the West: Eighty-one Perils', you embark on an epic journey inspired by the classic Chinese novel 'Journey to the West'. The game is a competitive ladder climbing card game where you take on the roles of iconic characters like the Monkey King, Tang Sanzang, and others. Each card represents a character or creature from the story's universe, with special abilities reflecting their powers and relationships. The goal is to play cards of higher value than your opponent or use strategic abilities to avoid collecting 'Peril Cards'. The game ends when the deck and players' hands are exhausted, and the player with the fewest Peril Cards wins. With mechanics like hand management, ladder climbing, and conflict resolution, this game is a perfect mix of strategy and luck, ideal for large groups looking for a quick and fun experience.

Rules videos

Learn by watching before you open the box

1 videos

Best player count

BGG community vote

3–8 players
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Soundtrack

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Game details

Mechanics, categories, families and credits

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Books: Journey to the West Card Games: Climbing Crowdfunding: Modian
Publisher Whales Entertainment, (Self-Published), 星空桌游 Starry Sky Games, 角杯游戏 (Jiaobei Games)
Designer Xīn Mào, 九日NASA

Community

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47owners
20wishlist
2want to play

Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers before you buy

5 questions
How many players can join?
From 3 to 8 players.
What’s the average playtime?
Around 20 minutes.
Is it hard to learn?
No, the rules are simple and easy to grasp.
Do I need prior knowledge of 'Journey to the West'?
No, but knowing the story can enhance immersion.
Is it suitable for kids?
Yes, as long as they can read and understand the cards.

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