Now Boarding

Fowers Games · Board game · 2018
2–5 · best 5 30–60 min Weight 2.2/5
7.2 rating Ludopedia
7.0 rating BGG
7.2 rating Ludopedia
7.0 rating BGG
Our Verdict

A turbulent and frantic cooperative aviation logistics game!

Highlights
  • Fast-paced and addictive
  • Intense real cooperation
  • Fluid gameplay dynamics
  • Easy to learn and play
Keep in mind
  • Can be stressful for some
  • Requires constant communication
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About the game
Strap in and get ready, because chaos is about to take off! In Now Boarding, you and your friends form an aviation crew trying to keep order in a super busy airport. The goal is simple, but the execution is pure adrenaline: you must board and deliver all passengers to their correct destinations before their patience runs out. And watch out, time waits for no one! While you're trying to organize the flights, new passengers are constantly arriving, demanding immediate attention. To handle this workload, you can invest in upgrades for your fleet, making your planes faster or increasing their cargo capacity. The real game-changer here is that nobody sits around waiting for their turn. Everyone plays simultaneously, creating a frenetic cooperative dynamic. You'll need to coordinate your moves brilliantly, perhaps even handing off passengers between planes to optimize your routes. It's a pick-up-and-deliver game, but with a frantic pace that will get your heart racing faster than a jet engine. If you love cooperative games where communication must be lightning-fast and teamwork is the only way to win, Now Boarding is your next must-play destination!
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Components: Sand Timers Crowdfunding: Kickstarter Digital Implementations: Board Game Arena Theme: Retro
Publisher Fowers Games
Designer Tim Fowers
Artist Ryan Goldsberry
Frequently Asked Questions
How long does a game take?
Usually between 30 to 60 minutes, depending on the group's intensity.
How complex is the game?
It's a light-weight game, easy to learn but challenging to master due to the real-time element.
How many players is it best for?
It works great with 2 to 5 players, being even more fun with more people to share the chaos.
Is the game very difficult?
The difficulty comes from the time pressure, not complex rules, making it very accessible.
Does it require a lot of strategy?
Yes, you need to plan routes and plane upgrades while the clock is ticking!