# Sleeping Gods: Distant Skies

## General Info
- **Year Published**: 2023
- **BGG Rating**: 8.3
- **BGG Rank**: #838
- **Players**: 1-4 (Best with: 2)
- **Duration**: 60-600 min
- **Weight**: 2.95 / 5
- **Designers**: Ryan Laukat
- **Artists**: Ryan Laukat
- **Publishers**: Red Raven Games, DV Games, Games7Days, Keep Exploring Games, Lucky Duck Games, Maldito Games, Reflexshop, Rexhry, Schwerkraft-Verlag
- **Categories**: Adventure, Aviation / Flight, Exploration, Fantasy, Fighting
- **Mechanics**: Action Points, Cooperative Game, Deck, Bag, and Pool Building, Narrative Choice / Paragraph, Push Your Luck, Solo / Solitaire Game, Storytelling

## Verdict
If you love exploring massive worlds brimming with story and making choices that truly matter, Distant Skies is for you! The new combat mechanics make everything more dynamic.Open-world explorationEngaging branching narrativeRevamped combat systemFantastic solo experienceLong playtimeRequires table spaceHIGHLY RECOMMENDED

## Description
Prepare for an aerial adventure that throws you into a whole new world! In 1937, your cargo plane flies through a mysterious portal, transporting you to a land filled with exotic creatures, mischievous gods, and unimaginable dangers. The big question is: can you find your way back before the passage closes?

Sleeping Gods: Distant Skies is a standalone sequel to the acclaimed Sleeping Gods. Just like in the original game, you and your crew will explore a massive map, diving into branching storylines and meeting unforgettable characters. But now, the interaction with the atlas is even deeper: camp, explore every corner, overcome challenges, and search for lost relics. The action system has been revamped, giving you more freedom to travel and discover. And combat? Ah, combat has a fresh new look! Forget pure luck; now you'll build a combat deck and use the cards you draw to strategize in every fight. Each encounter is a dynamic puzzle.

Don't worry if you haven't played the original; Distant Skies has its own story and introduces the universe's concepts gradually. With brand-new characters and plots, it's a chance to return to the world of Sleeping Gods and experience an exciting saga where your choices shape destiny in a truly open-world experience. Get ready to take off on this journey!

## FAQ
### Do I need to have played the original Sleeping Gods to understand Distant Skies?
No! Distant Skies is a standalone adventure. While it shares the same universe, it features new characters, stories, and explains concepts as you progress. You can start here without any issues!

### What is the average playtime for a campaign?
That's a tricky question! A full campaign can vary significantly, from about 10 to 20 hours of gameplay, depending on how much you explore and the decisions you make. However, you can also play shorter sessions, focusing on specific objectives.

### Is this a cooperative or competitive game?
It's entirely cooperative! You play together against the game, sharing the challenges and the victories (or defeats). Perfect for playing with friends or family.

### Is the solo mode good?
Yes, very good! Distant Skies was designed with solo play in mind, offering a rich and immersive experience for those who want to explore this world on their own.

### Do I need a lot of table space to play?
Quite a bit! Since it involves a large map (the atlas), numerous components, and a storybook, it's good to have a generous table to comfortably accommodate everything during play.

### Is the combat similar to the first game?
No, the combat has been completely revamped! Now you build a combat deck and use the cards in hand to strategize. Each fight is more of a tactical puzzle than a simple confrontation.

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