Our Verdict
FOR GENRE FANS
If you enjoy a sci-fi survival theme with moral dilemmas and a touch of RPG, Posthuman might hook you, but be ready for the reading!
Highlights
- Strong post-apocalyptic theme
- Modular board ensures replayability
- Asymmetric player powers
- Tense survival experience
Keep in mind
- Very high language dependency
- Rules can be complex
- Dice luck is a factor
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About the game
What you do in a play session
In Posthuman, humanity's quest for enhancement led to the creation of evolved successors who now deem human extinction inevitable. You play as one of the last human survivors, striving to reach a promised safe house in a world where nature is reclaiming the planet and your own genetically engineered offspring are hunting you down. Your perilous journey unfolds across ten zones on a modular board, ensuring a different layout every time you play. Along the way, you'll encounter other human survivors and, inevitably, the posthuman mutants. Each encounter with these beings can inflict scars, and the more scars you accumulate, the less human you become, gradually transforming into one of them. The core dilemma is: will you fight to cling to your humanity and reach the safe house, securing victory for your species? Or will the allure of mutation prove too strong, causing you to join the posthumans and deny salvation to the rest? The game blends dice rolling with role-playing elements, where each player possesses unique abilities, and team cooperation (or betrayal) can be crucial for survival. It's a race against time and against the very essence of humanity (or what's left of it).
With a solid rating on Ludopedia and a weight suggesting a deeper experience, Posthuman boasts a strong theme and mechanics promising replayability. The extensive language dependency is a factor to consider, but for those who enjoy survival narratives and moral dilemmas in a sci-fi setting, it can be quite an adventure.
With a solid rating on Ludopedia and a weight suggesting a deeper experience, Posthuman boasts a strong theme and mechanics promising replayability. The extensive language dependency is a factor to consider, but for those who enjoy survival narratives and moral dilemmas in a sci-fi setting, it can be quite an adventure.
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Mechanics, categories, families and credits
Mechanics
Categories
Families
Publisher
Mighty Box (Mighty Box Games), Mighty Boards, Mr. B Games
Designer
Gordon Calleja
Artist
Arjuna Susini, Chris Jensen, Fabrizio Cali, Jake Mifsud, Mark Casha, Widd3rshins
Community
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3,063owners
414wishlist
53want to play
Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers before you buy
What is the average playtime for Posthuman?
The playtime varies significantly, ranging from 30 to 120 minutes, depending on the player count and familiarity with the rules.
Is Posthuman a cooperative game?
It's a semi-cooperative game. Players need to cooperate to survive the world's dangers, but only one can win by reaching the safe haven, unless they succumb to mutation and turn against everyone.
Is the game very difficult?
With a weight of 3.19/5 on BGG, it's considered a moderately complex game. The difficulty can be amplified by the language dependency and dice rolls.
Do I need to know English to play?
Yes, the game has a very high language dependency. Having a full translation or fluent English-speaking players is essential to enjoy the experience.
How many players can participate?
Posthuman can be played by 1 to 4 players, offering a solo or group experience.
Who is Posthuman recommended for?
It's recommended for players who enjoy post-apocalyptic sci-fi themes, narrative-driven games, RPG elements, and who don't mind the need for translation or a bit of luck with the dice.
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