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Our Verdict
Fans of survival games with a dash of chaos will love Remnants. It blends strategy and real-time adrenaline perfectly.
Highlights
- Intense and fun Scavenge phase
- Satisfying upgrade progression
- Epic threat confrontations
Keep in mind
- Too random for some
- Initial learning curve
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Remnants throws you into a post-apocalyptic world where you must build a shelter, manage resources, and face deadly threats. The game is divided into five dynamic phases: Scavenge, Build, Fight, Heal, and Clean-up. In the Scavenge phase, the adrenaline is high—you race against time to gather resources in a real-time dice-rolling frenzy. In the Build phase, you spend those resources to buy weapon, defense, and special development cards, making your shelter tougher. When threats attack (and they will), you roll dice and use your cards strategically to survive. The game escalates in difficulty, culminating in an epic showdown against the Raider Boss. The player with the most victory points wins, earned from cards, survivors, specialists, and defeated threats. It's a mix of strategy, luck, and a bit of controlled chaos—perfect for fans of survival struggles.
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Publisher
Fireside Games
Designer
Ben Rosset, Justin De Witt, Matthew O'Malley
Artist
JJ Ariosa, Mateusz Wilma, Víctor Pérez Corbella
How many players can play?
2 to 4 players, perfect for small groups.
What's the average playtime?
Between 45 and 60 minutes, depending on player experience.
Is it hard to learn?
There's a learning curve, but the rules become straightforward after a few games.
Is there a lot of text?
No, the game has minimal text and is easy to memorize.
Who is it recommended for?
Fans of survival games, sci-fi, and deck-building mechanics.