Rock Hard: 1977

Hey, rock 'n' roll fans! Get ready to travel back to 1977 with Rock Hard: 1977, a game where you and your band have the chance to become the next big musical sensation. Forget rock school, here we learn the hard way! Over nine crucial months – from April to December 1977 – you'll rehearse until your fingers ache, play gigs in sweaty bars, compose anthems that will stick in everyone's heads, and, of course, promote your band like there's no tomorrow. The goal is simple: be the most famous artist of the year and dominate the charts!

Designed by the legendary Jackie Fox (yes, from The Runaways!) and featuring vibrant illustrations by Jennifer Giner, Rock Hard: 1977 is a worker placement experience for 2 to 5 players, with games lasting between 45 and 90 minutes. Each round represents a typical day of the month, and your decisions directly impact your rise to stardom. You'll need good planning and a dash of luck to boost your reputation, hone your musical chops, and build a breathtaking repertoire of songs.

But that's not all! To achieve maximum fame, you'll have to chase production bonuses, nail your performances, secure publicity everywhere, land lucrative record deals, rake in some sweet royalties, pack out concerts, and, of course, make an appearance at the hottest after-hours spots in town. It's the rockstar life in the palm of your hand, complete with unexpected events and the thrill of pushing your luck to reach the top. Ready to live the rock dream?