6.4
rating
Ludopedia
7.0
rating
BGG
Our Verdict
If you enjoy quick, chaotic games that literally fit in your pocket, Mint Tin Mini Apocalypse is a sure bet for a quick play with a friend.
Highlights
- Real-time chaos!
- Fast and portable
- Surprisingly strategic
- Easy to grasp rules
Keep in mind
- Can be very random
- Little strategic depth
- Two-player only experience
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Get ready for a high-speed apocalypse with Mint Tin Mini Apocalypse! In just 5 to 10 minutes, you and a friend will dive into a frantic race to save yourselves (and some friends) from a giant monster that decided to show up at the worst possible moment. The tin becomes the fallout shelter, and your meeples (the meeps) need to scramble inside before it's too late. The catch is, everything happens at once! Forget turns; here, dice rolling is simultaneous, and whoever rolls a 7 can make magic happen: standing up your meeps, sending them to the shelter, pushing opponents out, or even grabbing supplies. But beware, the monster is also in play! With three difficulty modes (UHOH, OMG, and CRA-CRA), you can adjust how chaotic the end of the world will be. In the hardcore mode, just one supply reaching the shelter makes the monster start moving, and things can get ugly fast. If luck isn't on your side and the dice roll double 1s, the monster wins, and the game ends. The only hope? Sacrificing one of your meeps to delay the inevitable. It's a fast-paced, chaotic, and surprisingly strategic game for those who enjoy real-time action and a good miniature challenge.
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Publisher
subQuark, LLC
Designer
David Rene Miller, Kate Beckett
Artist
David Rene Miller
How long does a game take?
A game of Mint Tin Mini Apocalypse is super fast, usually lasting between 5 and 10 minutes. Perfect for those moments when you want to play something without committing to a long session.
How many players can play?
This game is designed exclusively for 2 players. It's an intense and quick duel against the apocalypse (and your opponent!).
Is the game complicated to learn?
Not at all! The rules are very simple, and the real-time mechanic with simultaneous dice rolling makes learning very quick. You'll be playing in just a few minutes.
What comes in the box?
The box itself is the mint tin that contains all the game components: meeples, dice, supply tokens, and the board (which is the tin itself).
Who is this game best suited for?
It's ideal for anyone looking for a fast, portable game with a fun theme and a touch of chaos. Great for players who enjoy real-time mechanics and don't mind a bit of luck with dice rolls.
Can I play with children?
Yes! Being fast, easy to learn, and having simple components, it can be a good option for introducing more dynamic games to children around 8 years old, depending on their maturity with rules and competition.