Planet Apocalypse

Petersen Games · Board game · 2020

8.7 Ludopedia 7.9 BGG 1–5 · best 3 Solo 60–90 min Weight 3.1/5

Buy · from US$ 74.24

8.7 rating Ludopedia

7.9 rating BGG

Buy · from US$ 74.24

Our Verdict

HIGHLY RECOMMENDED

If you enjoy a cooperative game with lots of action, demons everywhere, and awesome miniatures, Planet Apocalypse is the way to go! Folks who like evolving heroes and defending positions will love it.

Highlights

Intense cooperative demon-slaying
High-quality miniatures
RPG and hero progression
Tower defense challenge

Keep in mind

High language dependency
Requires group coordination
Can be challenging

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About the game

What you do in a play session

Brace yourself, because the end times have arrived and infernal hordes are opening a portal into our world! In Planet Apocalypse, you and your friends unite in a desperate mission to close the Hellgate and save humanity. It's a cooperative game of pure adrenaline, where teamwork and strategy are essential to decimate demons and prevent evil from taking over.

Beyond being a frantic combat game against demonic creatures, Planet Apocalypse has a tower defense twist, where you need to protect vital points against the relentless advance of hell's legions. And don't be fooled, the adventure doesn't stop there: there's a roleplaying element that allows your heroes to evolve and become more powerful with each battle, gaining new abilities and becoming legends. The plastic miniatures are high-quality and 28mm scale, perfect for bringing this epic confrontation to life and even for use in other games. The fight for survival begins now!

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Rules videos

Learn by watching before you open the box

12 videos

In English

Best player count

BGG community vote

1–5 players

1 REC

2 REC

3 BEST

4 REC

5 OK

Soundtrack

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Game details

Mechanics, categories, families and credits

Publisher Petersen Games

Designer Sandy Petersen

Artist Keith Thompson, Thierry Masson

Community

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1,475owners

616wishlist

89want to play

Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers before you buy

7 questions

How many players can play Planet Apocalypse?

The game is for 1 to 5 players. It works great solo and with a full group, with each player taking on a role.

How long does a game take?

Expect to dedicate between 60 to 90 minutes per session. It's a good amount of time for an intense adventure without dragging on too long.

Is the game difficult? What's the complexity?

Planet Apocalypse has a medium-high weight (3.12/5 on BGG). It requires strategy and good communication, especially on higher difficulties. It's not a game to completely relax with, but the reward for winning is great!

Do I need to read English to play?

Yes, the game has considerable language dependency. You need a good understanding of English to grasp all the rules and cards.

Does it come with many miniatures?

Yes! The game is known for its large, high-quality plastic miniatures. They put on a great show on the table.

Is it just combat or is there more?

It's a mix! There's direct combat against demons, a tower defense element to protect areas, and an RPG system to level up your heroes. It's very dynamic!

Is it worth it for solo players?

Absolutely! The game has excellent rules for solo mode, allowing one player to control multiple heroes and face the hordes alone. It's a very complete experience.