# Metrorunner

## General Info
- **Year Published**: 2024
- **BGG Rating**: 7.2
- **BGG Rank**: #6267
- **Players**: 1-5 (Best with: 2)
- **Duration**: 30-90 min
- **Weight**: 2.61 / 5
- **Designers**: Stephen Kerr
- **Artists**: Ignacio Bazán Lazcano
- **Publishers**: Thunderworks Games
- **Categories**: Puzzle, Science Fiction
- **Mechanics**: Contracts, Hand Management, Network and Route Building, Open Drafting, Rondel, Set Collection, Solo / Solitaire Game, Track Movement

## Verdict
Metrorunner is that game that transports you straight into a neon-soaked, intrigue-filled cyberpunk future! If you enjoy a strategic challenge with a puzzle twist and love the idea of being an underworld hacker, this one's for you. The experience is a tense race for resources and reputation, with the feeling of always being one step ahead of your rivals. It's a game that keeps you hooked from start to finish, with decisions that matter every round.Immersive cyberpunk themeEngaging puzzle mini-gameCompetitive player interactionSolid solo modePlenty of strategic choicesCan have downtime with more playersInitial learning curveRECOMMENDED

## Description
In Metrorunner, you dive into the underworld of Mirror City, a futuristic metropolis where survival and reputation depend on your cunning. As a skilled hacker, your goal is to stand out among other runners, seizing opportunities in a dystopian future while navigating the Metro line. This competitive game for 1 to 5 players combines worker movement and resource collection in a high-tech neon setting, featuring a tile-puzzle mini-game that adds an extra layer of challenge.

Your journey involves circling the districts of Mirror City, competing for resources and fulfilling contracts for ruthless mega-corporations. As you expand your influence and gain reputation, you'll need to extract credits from corrupt factions and, secretly, steal valuable data for your home district. Carefully plot your paths to avoid and cut off other runners, taking every opportunity to use your skills and upgrades to hack into network nodes. Manipulate the central tile grid, cleverly altering the pathways of an ever-changing puzzle to breach firewalls and secure your notoriety.

To consolidate your power, complete tricky jobs across the city, acquire black market tech, and spend your hard-earned credits wisely. Only then will you rise above the competition, earning a coveted place within Mirror City's power struggle. In the end, will your skill earn you the respect of the underworld, or will you just fade into obscurity?

## FAQ
### How many players does Metrorunner support?
Metrorunner can be played by 1 to 5 people, which is great for those who enjoy playing solo or with a group!

### What is the average game length?
A game of Metrorunner usually takes between 30 to 90 minutes, depending on the number of players and familiarity with the rules.

### Is it a very complex game for beginners?
With a BGG weight of 2.61/5, Metrorunner is considered to be of medium complexity. There are some rules to learn, but nothing a few plays won't help you master.

### What are the main components of the game?
You can expect a main board, metro tiles, contract cards, resource tokens, player components, and the tiles for the puzzle mini-game, all with a very thematic art style!

### Does Metrorunner have a solo mode?
Yes! The game offers a solo mode, perfect for practicing your hacker strategies or simply enjoying the cyberpunk experience at your own pace.

### Who is Metrorunner recommended for?
It's highly recommended for fans of cyberpunk and science fiction themed games who enjoy hand management, route building, and a good tactical challenge with a puzzle twist.

### Is there much player interaction?
Yes, interaction is competitive! You'll constantly be trying to block other runners' paths and grab the best resources before they do.

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