Solarius Mission

Spielworxx, Maldito Games · Board game · 2016
2–4 · best 3 60–150 min Weight 3.9/5
7.7 rating Ludopedia
7.2 rating BGG
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7.7 rating Ludopedia
7.2 rating BGG
Our Verdict

If you enjoy a good space adventure with strategy and a pulp sci-fi flair, Solarius Mission might be your next obsession! It's a game that challenges you to think ahead with dice and resources.

Highlights
  • Rewarding space exploration
  • Engaging dice strategy
  • Dynamic modular board
  • Asymmetric player powers
Keep in mind
  • Can have some luck
  • Initial learning curve
  • Subtle indirect interaction
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About the game
In the not-so-distant future, Earth is facing overpopulation and looming riots. The only solution? Venture into space and colonize new planets! Several highly advanced nations are entering this intergalactic race with the Solarius Mission, a project to explore, build space stations, and conduct interplanetary trade. Who will excel using available technology and fulfill this vital mission?

In Solarius Mission, you take command of a spaceship, exploring distant planets, developing technologies with your special dice, and sending settlers. But beware of space contamination! This game makes you think ahead, optimizing your strategy with every move. It's a tactical and strategic blend of civilization building with a pulp sci-fi twist, featuring dice rolling and manipulation, resource management, and even dice drafting to grab that crucial advantage. Consider it a mid-weight eurogame that challenges you to be prudent and clever to emerge victorious.

Prepare for a space journey where every decision matters. Will you manage to build the largest space station and colonize the most valuable planets? The nation with the greatest technological advancement will be honored, not just on Earth, but throughout the galaxy! It's a game with high replayability thanks to its modular board and variable player powers, ensuring each playthrough is a new cosmic adventure.
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BEST PLAYER COUNT
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4 REC
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Digital Implementations: Tabletopia Mechanism: Dice Drafting
Publisher Spielworxx, Maldito Games
Designer Andreas Odendahl, Michael Keller (II)
Artist Harald Lieske, Paul Kazmierski
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average playtime for Solarius Mission?
Solarius Mission games typically last between 60 and 150 minutes, depending on the number of players and their familiarity with the rules.
How many players can participate?
The game is designed for 2 to 4 players, offering an experience that scales well across different groups.
Is Solarius Mission a difficult game to learn?
It's considered a medium-weight game (3.92/5 on BGG), meaning it has strategic depth but isn't overly complex. Your first game might require a bit more attention to the rules.
Does the game involve a lot of luck due to the dice?
Yes, there is dice rolling, but the game offers manipulation mechanics and a dice drafting system to mitigate pure luck and allow players to influence the outcomes.
Who would you recommend Solarius Mission to?
We recommend it for fans of civilization games, space exploration, with a sci-fi theme, who appreciate mechanics like resource management and strategic dice usage.
Does the board change each game?
Yes! Solarius Mission uses a modular board, meaning the arrangement of pieces changes with each game, ensuring high replayability and always new scenarios.