Red Outpost — Price & soundtrack

Lifestyle Boardgames Ltd, Happy Meeple Games, Imperial Publishing, Inc · Board game · 2019
7.0 Ludopedia 6.9 BGG 1–4 · best 3 Solo 30–60 min Weight 2.5/5
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7.0 rating Ludopedia
6.9 rating BGG
Our Verdict
RECOMMENDED

Perfect for those who love Eurogames with strong themes and enjoy squeezing out every bit of efficiency.

Highlights
  • Original and immersive theme
  • Dynamic worker management
  • Balanced influence struggle
  • Great thematic components
Keep in mind
  • Initial learning curve
  • Requires rigorous planning
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About the game

What you do in a play session

Ever wondered what would happen if the Soviet Union had successfully colonized deep space? In Red Outpost, this bizarre and fascinating scenario is the reality. You step into the shoes of a leader on a top-secret mission that established a small 'communist heaven' in a remote galaxy. But don't be fooled: managing this colony is far from simple. The game puts you in charge of the settlers, but with a twist—you don't always control the same group; management is dynamic, and you must strategically assign the right person to the right task to maximize efficiency.

The heart of the game beats through worker placement and area influence. You'll need to balance the production of essential resources with the maintenance of the population's morale. After all, nobody enjoys working under extreme pressure without proper rewards, and if morale drops, your dreams of glory could crumble. It's a strategy game where the choice of which job to assign to each settler can be the difference between becoming the most prolific leader in the galaxy or just another forgotten space bureaucrat.

Combining industrial management with area control, Red Outpost challenges players to optimize their production while keeping a close eye on their opponents' moves. If you enjoy games where every decision carries weight and efficiency is the name of the game, this sci-fi setting with a touch of alternate history will hook you. Get ready to manage the economy, deal with intergalactic bureaucracy, and ensure the Soviet utopia in space keeps running, no matter the cost. Can you maintain order and productivity while fighting for hegemony over the outpost?

Rules videos

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5 videos

Best player count

BGG community vote

1–4 players
1 OK
2 REC
3 BEST
4 REC

Soundtrack

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Game details

Mechanics, categories, families and credits

Families

Country: Soviet Union Crowdfunding: Kickstarter Digital Implementations: Tabletopia Players: Games with Solitaire Rules Space: Colonization / Extraterrestrial Colonisation Theme: Alternate History
Publisher Lifestyle Boardgames Ltd, Happy Meeple Games, Imperial Publishing, Inc, Red Cat Games, Reflexshop, Rosiness, Vem Pra Mesa Jogos
Designer Raman Hryhoryk
Artist Irina Pechenkina, Maxim Suleimanov

Community

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5,166owners
429wishlist
41want to play

Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers before you buy

5 questions
Is the game too complex?
It's rated as an 'Expert' game, so it has several layers of rules, but it's manageable for anyone familiar with Eurogames.
Can I play it solo?
Yes! The game includes specific solo rules, perfect for those who want to test their strategies alone.
How long does a game last?
Usually between 30 to 60 minutes, which is great for those seeking depth without spending the whole afternoon.
How many players is it for?
1 to 4 players. The area influence dynamics get quite interesting with more people at the table.
Does the theme affect the gameplay?
Yes, the concept of maintaining settler morale and the Soviet aesthetic are integrated into the management mechanics.

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