# Salvage Divers

## General Info
- **Year Published**: 2026
- **BGG Rating**: —
- **BGG Rank**: —
- **Players**: 1-2
- **Duration**: —
- **Weight**: —
- **Publishers**: (Web published)
- **Categories**: Nautical, Print & Play
- **Mechanics**: Deck, Bag, and Pool Building, Push Your Luck

## Verdict
A frantic dive of risk and reward that will test your nerves!Addictive risk managementSatisfying gear upgradesFast-paced racing dynamicImmersive and fun themeCan be frustrating to lose allAir management requires focusRECOMMENDED

## Description
Get your oxygen tank ready, because in Salvage Divers you step into the role of a salvage diver in a frantic race for treasure! The goal is simple, but the execution is pure adrenaline: you must explore sunken ships across successive expeditions to recover as many relics as possible. Each round, the tension rises. You draw chips from a personal bag to descend along a depth track, but watch out: every draw consumes your limited air supply. If you push it too far and run out of air, prepare for a costly and frustrating emergency ascent!

The core strategic dilemma is constant risk management. Upon reaching a treasure checkpoint, you face a choice: secure the loot immediately, paying an air cost for certainty, or keep descending in hopes of finding something even better, risking everything if you fail to return to the surface safely. The deeper you go, the more prestige you accumulate, even if the expedition goes sideways. 

But it's not just about diving and returning! The treasures you recover are used to upgrade your gear for the next adventure. You can invest in better diving equipment, start at deeper positions, or even hire an elite crew for a single mission. To keep the race competitive, the current leader faces a small handicap on their next dive, ensuring no one gets too comfortable. After six rounds of underwater tension, the diver with the most accumulated prestige wins!

## FAQ
### What is the average playtime?
Since it's a game of quick expeditions, playtime depends on the number of players, but the pace is very agile.

### Is it a complex game?
The mechanics are intuitive, but the 'push your luck' decision-making adds great strategic depth.

### Does it work well with few players?
Yes! The prestige race keeps the tension high even in smaller groups.

### What happens if I run out of air?
You are forced into a costly emergency ascent, which can significantly impact your round.

### Does it require many components?
The game uses a bag and chip system that makes the experience very tactile and organized.