# New Angeles

## General Info
- **Year Published**: 2016
- **BGG Rating**: 7.0
- **BGG Rank**: #1627
- **Players**: 4-6 (Best with: 6)
- **Duration**: 120-240 min
- **Weight**: 3.22 / 5
- **Designers**: James Kniffen
- **Artists**: Henning Ludvigsen
- **Publishers**: Fantasy Flight Games, asmodee, Asterion Press, Edge Entertainment, Galakta, Game Harbor, Heidelberger Spieleverlag, Hobby World
- **Categories**: Bluffing, Miniatures, Negotiation, Political, Science Fiction
- **Mechanics**: Hidden Roles, Negotiation, Semi-Cooperative Game, Traitor Game, Variable Player Powers, Voting

## Verdict
If you enjoy games with lots of interaction, negotiation, and a touch of betrayal, New Angeles is for you! It's a long and intense game where talking counts as much as strategy.Intense negotiation and interactionHidden roles and betrayalStrong cyberpunk themeUnique player powersLong and dense gameRequires an engaged groupHigh language dependencyRECOMMENDED

## Description
Welcome to New Angeles, the futuristic metropolis where megacorporations rule and money talks! In this negotiation and hidden roles game, you take command of one of these corporate giants, like Haas-Bioroid or Weyland Consortium, aiming to amass as much wealth and influence as possible. To achieve this, brace yourself for a whirlwind of deals, temporary alliances, and plenty of smooth-talking. You'll need to cut deals with your rivals, but beware, as one of them might be a traitor with their own hidden agenda!

The game revolves around votes that shape the city's future and the actions corporations can take. Each round is a race against time and against other players to ensure the city remains stable enough to generate profit. If crime, disease, or public unrest spiral out of control, everyone loses. But make no mistake, the ultimate goal is always your own gain. With unique player powers, each corporation offers a distinct experience, adding replayability and strategic depth. Get ready for a long game, full of bluffing, intense negotiations, and twists that will keep you on the edge of your seat. It's a perfect fit for those who enjoy a good battle of wits and aren't afraid to say what they think (and what they don't) to come out on top.

## FAQ
### How long does a game of New Angeles take?
Be prepared for a long game! Matches can range from 2 to 4 hours, depending on the number of players and how quickly negotiations proceed.

### Is it a cooperative game?
It's semi-cooperative with a twist of betrayal. Everyone needs to work to prevent the city from collapsing, but each corporation has its own profit goals, and one player might be a secret traitor.

### What does 'Variable Player Powers' mean?
Each megacorporation you can control has unique abilities that change how you play and which strategies are most effective.

### Do I need to enjoy negotiation to like this game?
Absolutely! Negotiation is the backbone of New Angeles. If you don't enjoy talking, bargaining, and making deals (and breaking them!), it might not be the ideal game for you.

### Is the game very difficult to learn?
It has moderate complexity (3.22/5 weight on BGG). The basic rules aren't complicated, but mastering the nuances of negotiation and corporate strategies takes time.

### Is it worth it for smaller groups, like 4 players?
It plays best with more players (5-6), as the negotiation dynamics and the possibility of betrayal become more interesting. With 4, it's still playable, but the interaction might be slightly less chaotic.

### Is there a high language dependency?
Yes, the game has a high language dependency as many cards and actions rely on text. It's essential for all players to be able to read and understand English, or for the game to be fully translated.

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