# Lux Aeterna

## General Info
- **Year Published**: 2019
- **BGG Rating**: 7.0
- **BGG Rank**: #3347
- **Players**: 1 (Best with: 1)
- **Duration**: 6-15 min
- **Weight**: 2.02 / 5
- **Designers**: Tony Boydell
- **Artists**: Alex Lee
- **Publishers**: Frosted Games, Surprised Stare Games Ltd, Capstone Games
- **Categories**: Card Game, Real-time, Science Fiction
- **Mechanics**: Hand Management, Multi-Use Cards, Open Drafting, Real-Time, Solo / Solitaire Game

## Verdict
If you're a fan of intense solo challenges and enjoy the pressure of a timer, Lux Aeterna is the perfect choice to test your nerves and quick decision-making skills!Immersive solo experienceReal-time pressureClever multi-use cardsQuick, tense decisionsEngaging sci-fi themeCan be frustratingRequires mental agilityRelies on card luckHIGHLY RECOMMENDED

## Description
In Lux Aeterna, you find yourself alone in space, aboard a ship that's falling apart and dangerously drifting towards a black hole. Your mission, should you choose to accept it (and you don't have much choice, do you?), is to survive this impending catastrophe. The game is a race against time, where you need to play all the cards from the main deck before your spaceship collapses completely or is swallowed by the black hole's gravity. The cool part is that each card has multiple functions, and each turn, you decide how to use them. You can assign a card to deal damage to one of your ship's six systems, use another as a vital action to repair something or stay alive, or even use it to control the ship's movement towards the black hole. If a system fails, things get even more tense, but repairing one might be your salvation. To spice things up even further, unexpected events called 'glitches' can appear in the deck, making your journey even more challenging. And as if that weren't enough, the game is played in real-time and can be shortened, from 12 to 10 or even 8 minutes, increasing the pressure and the need for quick decisions. It's an intense and immersive solo challenge, perfect for those who enjoy a good dose of science fiction and want to test their reflexes and strategy under pressure.

## FAQ
### Who is Lux Aeterna for?
It's perfect for those who love solo games, enjoy science fiction, and aren't afraid of a time-pressured challenge. If you like thinking fast and managing resources under stress, you'll have a blast!

### What is the complexity of the game?
Lux Aeterna has a medium complexity (BGG weight of 2.0233/5). The rules are easy to learn, but mastering strategic decisions under time pressure is the real challenge.

### How long does a game last?
Games are super quick, lasting between 6 and 15 minutes. It's ideal for fitting into any moment, whether for a quick break or several consecutive rounds.

### Is the game only for one player?
Yes, Lux Aeterna is an exclusively solo game. It was designed to offer an intense and immersive individual experience.

### What are the main components?
The game primarily consists of cards, which are the heart of the gameplay. It's compact and easy to take anywhere.

### Do I need a translation to play?
Yes, the game has extensive language dependence. It is highly recommended to have access to a translation of the cards and rules to fully enjoy the experience.

### Is it a good game for solo game beginners?
It can be a good starting point if the player doesn't mind the time pressure. The rules are simple, but the real-time dynamic requires a bit of agility and adaptation.

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