Noobs in Space

KOSMOS, Devir, IELLO · Board game · 2023
3–5 · best 4 15 min Weight 1.6/5
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7.1 rating BGG
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7.1 rating BGG
Our Verdict

Fans of chaotic cooperative games with guaranteed laughs will love this controlled space disaster.

Highlights
  • Hilarious miscommunication moments
  • Timed teamwork under pressure
  • Level progression ups the ante
Keep in mind
  • Requires players who enjoy yelling absurd hints
  • May frustrate quiet strategists
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About the game
Noobs in Space is the game that proves space is indeed the final frontier — especially when your crew is a bunch of clueless rookies! You play as rookie astronauts (very rookie) trying to complete space missions with the technical know-how of a loaf of bread. The catch? Each player holds a piece of the puzzle, but no one has the instruction manual. The fun lies in scrambling with limited communication: no card showing, just yelling desperate hints like 'I need the blue thing that goes beep!' as time ticks away. It's cooperative, chaotic, and full of 'I can't believe we did it (or didn't)' moments. Works with 3 to 5 wannabe Neil Armstrongs in quick 15-minute games — perfect for easy laughs and group challenges. Plus, there's a campaign with progressive levels, so the fun (and panic) only escalates!
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BEST PLAYER COUNT
3 REC
4 BEST
5 REC
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Game details
Publisher KOSMOS, Devir, IELLO
Designer Johannes Krenner, Markus Slawitscheck
Artist Fiore GmbH
Frequently Asked Questions
How many players?
3 to 5 bewildered astronauts.
How long does it take?
About 15 minutes — enough time for a space disaster or miracle.
Is language dependency an issue?
Some cards have text, but a translated cheat sheet works.
Is it hard to learn?
Nope, weight is light (1.6/5), but mastering chaos is another matter.
Kid-friendly?
Ages 10+ if they enjoy creative shouting!