7.6
rating
Ludopedia
7.4
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BGG
Our Verdict
If you love cooperative games with high pressure and intense communication, Space Alert is your ticket to the most fun space chaos out there!
Highlights
- Pure adrenaline rush
- Essential cooperation
- Insane real-time action
- Scenario variety
- Quick missions
Keep in mind
- Requires constant communication
- Initial learning curve
- Can be stressful
HIGHLY RECOMMENDED
Get ready for a breathtaking space adventure with Space Alert, a cooperative game where you and your team are the last line of defense for a small exploration vessel! The mission is simple yet intense: survive 10 minutes of intergalactic chaos while your ship scans dangerous sectors. But make no mistake, those 10 minutes are in real-time, and the pressure is constant!
A central computer, guided by a 10-minute soundtrack (available on CD or via scenario cards), announces a barrage of threats: from relentless warships and interceptors to bizarre space monsters, asteroid fields, and even onboard intruders or system malfunctions. Your crew needs to coordinate in record time, deciding who goes where, who fires the lasers, who manages energy, and who deploys battlebots to repel invaders. It's a true ballet of simultaneous actions and critical decisions!
Only a team that communicates well and acts as one will be able to withstand the assault and make the jump back to safety. Space Alert offers a unique experience for 1 to 5 players, with various difficulty levels and immense variability, ensuring that each mission is a fresh challenge. A complete game, including setup and evaluation, lasts about 30 minutes, perfect for those seeking adrenaline and teamwork without committing too much time.
A central computer, guided by a 10-minute soundtrack (available on CD or via scenario cards), announces a barrage of threats: from relentless warships and interceptors to bizarre space monsters, asteroid fields, and even onboard intruders or system malfunctions. Your crew needs to coordinate in record time, deciding who goes where, who fires the lasers, who manages energy, and who deploys battlebots to repel invaders. It's a true ballet of simultaneous actions and critical decisions!
Only a team that communicates well and acts as one will be able to withstand the assault and make the jump back to safety. Space Alert offers a unique experience for 1 to 5 players, with various difficulty levels and immense variability, ensuring that each mission is a fresh challenge. A complete game, including setup and evaluation, lasts about 30 minutes, perfect for those seeking adrenaline and teamwork without committing too much time.
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Categories
Families
Publisher
Czech Games Edition (CGE), Albi, asmodee, Devir, Heidelberger Spieleverlag, HomoLudicus
Designer
Vlaada Chvátil
Artist
Milan Vavroň, Radim Pech
How long does a game of Space Alert last?
A Space Alert mission lasts exactly 10 minutes of real-time gameplay. Including setup and post-mission evaluation, the full experience is around 30 minutes, which is great for fitting into any game night!
How many players can participate?
Space Alert can be played by 1 to 5 players. Yes, it has a super challenging solo mode, but the real magic happens with a full crew, where coordination is everything!
Is it a very complex game for beginners?
Despite having a medium weight (2.97/5 on BGG), the initial learning curve can be a bit steep due to the real-time aspect and the need for coordination. But don't worry, the game comes with training missions to prepare you for the real combat!
Do I need a CD player to play?
Originally, yes, the game uses CDs for soundtracks that dictate events. But nowadays, you can use apps or even scenario cards that replicate the events, so don't worry if you don't have a CD player handy!
What is the main objective of the game?
The objective is simple: protect your spaceship from all threats that arise during the 10-minute mission. If the ship survives and makes the jump back to hyperspace, your team wins!
Who is Space Alert recommended for?
It's perfect for groups of friends who love cooperative games, aren't afraid of a little chaos, and enjoy the adrenaline of making quick decisions under pressure. If you like science fiction and teamwork, you'll love it!
Are there any expansions for Space Alert?
Yes! There's an expansion called 'Space Alert: The New Frontier' which adds more challenges, ship modules, enemies, and even a new action type, further increasing the replayability and complexity of the base game.