# Nevasca ## General Info - **Year Published**: 2026 - **BGG Rating**: 7.6 - **BGG Rank**: — - **Players**: 2-5 (Best with: 4) - **Duration**: 30-60 min - **Weight**: 2.00 / 5 - **Designers**: Arthur Deboni, Matheus Mascarello - **Artists**: Daisy Haas - **Publishers**: Glyptodon, MeepleBR - **Categories**: Adventure, Dice, Fantasy - **Mechanics**: Action Points, Dice Rolling, Hand Management, Take That ## Verdict Perfect for those who love survival games with a pinch of mischief and fast-paced action.Direct and competitive interactionEngaging winter themeSimple and fluid rulesBalance between luck and strategyReliance on dice luckInteraction can be aggressiveRECOMMENDED ## Description Imagine this: the entire world has turned into a giant freezer, and you're just trying not to become a popsicle. In Nevasca, you and your friends are trapped in a frozen wasteland, and the only thing standing between you and hypothermia is your cabin. The goal is simple, but the execution is tense: you need to stockpile food to survive. The first player to play 6 Food cards wins the game and secures their dinner! But don't think it's just about sitting back and watching the snow fall. To build your stockpile, you'll need to explore the landscape, discover mystical artifacts hidden beneath the ice, and recruit allies and animal companions. These helpers are essential for fortifying your shelter and ensuring you aren't caught off guard by the relentless effects of the blizzard, which strikes everyone every single round. The real spice of the game lies in the interaction. Nevasca isn't a peaceful walk in the park; it's a competitive experience where 'Take That' strategies shine. If your neighbor's pantry is full, why not find a way to steal those resources? The game blends the luck of the dice with clever hand management, requiring you to plan your moves carefully to resist both the elements and the malice of other survivors. Will you focus on defending and fortifying your cabin, or will you go on the offensive to sabotage the competition? With fast-paced gameplay and a fantasy vibe, the game perfectly balances survival tension with the joy of messing with your friends. It's the kind of game where luck can give you a boost, but cunning hand management is what truly decides who survives the harsh winter. Grab your coat, call your crew, and try not to starve while the blizzard consumes everything around you! ## How to Play Game Objective In Blizzard, you face a harsh winter where you must protect your Cabin from the elements and other players. Your goal is to: Equip 6 Food cards in your Cabin by the end of your turn OR Have the most Food cards equipped after 8 rounds. To survive, you'll need to gather resources, recruit Allies, equip Upgrades, and face the effects of the Blizzard each round. Setup Separate the cards into 4 piles: Cabin, Food, Special, and Blizzard (with separate discard piles). The youngest player goes first (or whoever rolls the highest number on the dice). Play proceeds clockwise. Each player draws 4 cards from the Cabin pile to form their starting hand. Leave space in front of each player for the Chimney (equipped cards area). Game Flow Each match lasts up to 8 rounds or until someone equips 6 Food cards. Each round consists of: Blizzard Phase: Reveal the top card from the Blizzard pile and apply its global effect for the round. If no cards remain, the game ends. Action Phase: In clockwise order, each player takes their turn: Draw 3 cards (from any pile except Blizzard). Perform up to 3 actions (can repeat actions). At the end of the round, all players flip their Heat cards face up (if they were face down). Actions and How to Play Available Actions A. Summon Allies (1 action): Play 1 Ally card from your hand to your Cabin, if you have more Food cards equipped than Allies. You may discard an existing Ally to replace it. B. Equip Upgrade (1 action per attempt): Choose an Animal, Food, or Heat card from your hand. Roll 2 dice and add: Bonuses from Allies of the same type (e.g., Chef for Food). Effects from Special cards (like Lucky Wind). Difficulty: 7+ (1st card), 8+ (2nd), 9+ (3rd), etc. If you fail, discard or use a Heat card to reroll. C. Engage in Battle (1 action): Attack an adjacent player (once per turn). Both players roll 2 dice and add: Bonuses from Animals and Allies (attack/defense). Effects from the active Blizzard card (e.g., Cutting Wind gives +1 to attack). If the attacker wins, they steal 1 equipped Food from the defender. D. Store Food (1 action): Discard 3 identical Food cards from your hand to equip 1 to your Cabin (no test required). E. Draw a Card (1 action): Draw 1 card from any pile (except Blizzard) to your hand. Special Cards can be used at any time (does not cost an action). End of Game and Scoring The game ends if: A player equips 6 Food cards by the end of their turn OR After the 8th round (or when Blizzard cards run out). The player with the most equipped Food cards wins. In case of a tie, the player with the most Upgrades (Animal/Heat/Allies cards) wins. If still tied, victory is shared. Tips to Win Prioritize Food cards: They are your win condition and required to summon Allies. Use Allies strategically: Chefs help with Food tests, while Hunters and Guardians strengthen attacks/defenses. Monitor Blizzard effects: Some cards negate defense or attack bonuses—adjust your actions accordingly. ## FAQ ### Is the game very complex? Not at all! With a weight of 2/5, it's very accessible. If you know basic card games, you'll pick up Nevasca in no time. ### How long does a game last? Usually between 30 and 60 minutes, depending on how much time you spend trying to steal food from each other! ### Does it work well with 2 players? Yes, the game supports 2 to 5 players, but the fun ramps up when there are more people to sabotage. ### Is it a cooperative game? No, it's fully competitive. You fight against nature, but your biggest enemy is the other players. ### What is needed to win? 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