# Solar 175

## General Info
- **Year Published**: 2023
- **BGG Rating**: 7.4
- **BGG Rank**: #7079
- **Players**: 1-4 (Best with: 2)
- **Duration**: 40-120 min
- **Weight**: 3.00 / 5
- **Designers**: Joseph N Adams, Madeleine Adams
- **Artists**: Adam Beachey, Meta_Corp, RM Studio, Tithi Luadthong
- **Publishers**: Cogito ergo Meeple, Cotswold Games
- **Categories**: Adventure, Economic, Exploration, Miniatures, Science Fiction
- **Mechanics**: Area Majority / Influence, Bribery, Deck, Bag, and Pool Building, Legacy Game, Voting, Worker Placement, Different Worker Types

## Verdict
An epic sci-fi journey blending Euro strategy with legacy narrative.Immersive legacy campaignSolid Euro mechanicsHigh post-campaign replayabilityDynamic scoring systemSignificant time investmentRequires full translationRECOMMENDED

## Description
Get ready for an epic journey through the cosmos with Solar 175, a title that blends the precision of classic Euro games with the depth of a legacy campaign. Set in a dystopian, high-tech future, you aren't just a player, but an agent of influence in an expanding solar system. The real magic lies in the fusion of pure strategy—reminiscent of Orleans and El Grande—with an evolving universe. Through a legacy campaign, the world of Solar 175 transforms, bringing immersive narratives and ethical choices that truly shape the galaxy's fate.

The gameplay is a standout feature. The game operates in three cyclical phases: draw, assign, and action. Imagine drawing workers from a unique, embossed bag and placing them on double-layered player boards to secure your influence. You might focus on constructing colossal megastructures, expanding outposts across the solar system, or even manipulating elections to ensure your vision dominates the future. The scoring system is brilliant: it's not static. Depending on how you interact with the world and other players, victory conditions can shift entirely, ensuring no two games are ever the same.

The ultimate goal is to accumulate the most influence points, but the path to get there is entirely yours to define. You can be a builder of empires, a cunning politician, or a relentless explorer. Once the campaign—which offers dozens of hours of content—is complete, the game doesn't just end; the universe continues to expand and the board remains ready for new adventures, making the experience fully replayable. It's the perfect game for those who crave deep strategy, sci-fi themes, and the sensation that your decisions genuinely shape the world around you.

## FAQ
### How long does a game take?
Games typically last between 40 and 120 minutes, depending on the round's complexity.

### How many players can play?
It works great for 1 to 4 players (up to 5 in the Deluxe Edition).

### Is the game complex?
With a weight of 3/5, it's a medium-to-heavy strategic game, perfect for Euro game fans.

### What does 'Legacy' mean in this context?
It means your decisions permanently change the game, creating a unique story across multiple sessions.

### Can I play solo?
Yes, the game features a well-structured solo mode.

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