# Last Light

## General Info
- **Year Published**: 2023
- **BGG Rating**: 7.3
- **BGG Rank**: #1588
- **Players**: 2-4 (Best with: 4)
- **Duration**: 45-75 min
- **Weight**: 2.78 / 5
- **Designers**: Roy Cannaday
- **Artists**: Christian Strain, Clark Miller, Jose David Lanza Cebrian
- **Publishers**: Grey Fox Games, Mosaico Jogos
- **Categories**: Civilization, Economic, Negotiation, Science Fiction, Space Exploration, Wargame
- **Mechanics**: Action Retrieval, Area Majority / Influence, Dice Rolling, Grid Movement, Hand Management, King of the Hill, Map Deformation, Simultaneous Action Selection, Solo / Solitaire Game, Variable Phase Order, Variable Player Powers

## Verdict
Perfect for 4X lovers who hate endless sessions; the rotating board is a total game-changer.Innovative 3D rotating boardFast pace for a 4X gameDistinct and asymmetric factionsSimultaneous actions kill the downtimeSignificant language dependencyLearning curve for newcomersRECOMMENDED

## Description
Imagine the universe is reaching its heat death, and the only hope for survival is the last remaining white dwarf star. This is the high-stakes setting of Last Light. You take command of an asymmetrical alien faction, each with its own unique strengths, racing against time and rivals to gather light and ensure your species' survival. The game delivers the classic 4X experience—eXplore, eXpand, eXploit, and eXterminate—but at a much faster pace than the typical 8-hour marathons associated with the genre.

The standout feature is the board: it rotates and features 3D planets, making movement and spatial planning dynamic and visually striking. The gameplay revolves around simultaneous action selection, meaning no one is stuck waiting for their turn; everyone chooses their action card and executes it at once. You'll be mining resources, advancing your technology, and commanding fleets, but the ultimate goal is always the same: reaching the center of the map.

As you strive for area majority and manage your hand of cards, the tension ramps up because space is literally running out. The race toward the white dwarf transforms the match into a true 'King of the Hill' struggle, where the first player to accumulate 20 units of light wins the race and saves their civilization. It's a space strategy game that blends the depth of a wargame with the fluidity of simultaneous actions, perfect for those who crave the complexity of a galactic empire without needing an entire weekend to finish a single session.

## FAQ
### How long does a game take?
Between 45 to 75 minutes, which is surprisingly fast for a space civilization game.

### Is it too complex? Do I need to be an expert?
It has a medium weight (2.77 on BGG). It's not a gateway game, but the simultaneous action selection helps keep the flow.

### Can I play it solo?
Yes, the game includes a solo mode for those who want to test strategies or don't have a group.

### Are the components high quality?
Yes, the 3D planets and the rotating board are the highlights and provide great immersion.

### Is it language dependent?
Yes, there is significant language dependency, so you'll need a translation or fluency to understand cards and rules.

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