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Planet Apocalypse

Petersen Games · Board game · 2020
1–5 · best 3 Solo 60–90 min Weight 3.1/5
8.7 rating Ludopedia
7.9 rating BGG
Buy
8.7 rating Ludopedia
7.9 rating BGG
Buy
Our Verdict

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
HIGHLY RECOMMENDED
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About the game
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!
Rules videos

In English

BEST PLAYER COUNT
1 REC
2 REC
3 BEST
4 REC
5 OK
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Game details

Mechanics

Cooperative Game Dice Rolling Role Playing Solo / Solitaire Game

Categories

Fantasy Fighting Horror Miniatures

Families

Category: Tower Defense Crowdfunding: Kickstarter Digital Implementations: TableTop Simulator Mod (TTS) Players: Games with Solitaire Rules Theme: Boss Battle Theme: Hell Theme: Post-Apocalyptic
Publisher Petersen Games
Designer Sandy Petersen
Artist Keith Thompson, Thierry Masson
Frequently Asked 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.
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