6.9
rating
Ludopedia
6.0
rating
BGG
Our Verdict
FOR GENRE FANS
If you enjoy games that make you suspicious of everyone and provide that adrenaline rush of not knowing who the traitor is, Panic Station is for you! It's a race against time and paranoia.
Highlights
- Escalating tension and paranoia
- Intense social interaction
- Dynamic traitor system
- Exploration and strategy
Keep in mind
- Can cause real distrust
- Player elimination possible
- Dice luck can impact
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About the game
What you do in a play session
Brace yourself for a heavy dose of paranoia in Panic Station, a game where trust is a luxury you can't afford! The mission is clear: infiltrate an alien-infested base and destroy the parasite hive. You control two agents, an Android and a Trooper, and need to navigate the modular base, gathering essential equipment to achieve the main objective. If you manage to reach the hive and fuel your flamethrower with three gas cans, humanity is saved! Sounds simple, right? The catch is that one of you is the 'Host,' a disguised alien who needs to spread the infection and prevent human victory. They'll play dirty, using bluffing and manipulation to turn their teammates into infected allies. The game shines by creating escalating tension, where every move is suspect and no one knows who to trust. It's a thrilling mix of tactics, exploration, and intense psychological gameplay, featuring a traitor system that ramps up as the game progresses. Will you maintain your sanity and save the day, or succumb to paranoia and become another pawn of alien evil? Panic Station is for those who enjoy cooperative games with a twist of distrust and unexpected turns, where communication is as crucial as reading your friends' hidden intentions.
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Best player count
BGG community vote
4
OK
5
REC
6
BEST
Soundtrack
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Mechanics, categories, families and credits
Mechanics
Categories
Families
Publisher
White Goblin Games, Pegasus Spiele, Rexhry, Stronghold Games
Designer
David Ausloos
Artist
David Ausloos, Hans-Georg Schneider
Community
Data from BoardGameGeek
4,228owners
520wishlist
56want to play
Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers before you buy
How many players can participate in Panic Station?
Panic Station is designed for 4 to 6 players, perfect for groups that enjoy a bit of mutual suspicion.
How long does a game of Panic Station take?
Games of Panic Station are quick, usually lasting around 40 minutes. Ideal for a tension-filled session!
Is the game cooperative or competitive?
It's partially cooperative! The team needs to work together to win, but one player is a traitor with secret objectives, adding a layer of competition and paranoia.
Is Panic Station difficult to learn?
The BGG weight is 2.34, indicating moderate complexity. The basic rules are accessible, but mastering the strategy and the art of bluffing takes time.
What happens if my character is eliminated?
Panic Station features player elimination. If you are defeated or irreversibly infected, you may be out of the game before the end.
Do I need to know English to play?
There is no language dependency on the main cards or components of the game, making it easy to play in any group.
Who do you recommend Panic Station for?
We recommend it for fans of social deduction, betrayal, and paranoia games, like 'The Resistance' or 'Battlestar Galactica,' but who prefer a faster experience with more direct action.
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