Our Verdict
RECOMMENDED
If you enjoy strategic card games and have a soft spot for science fiction, you'll love Space Lab. The game is full of interesting decisions and well-integrated mechanics.
Highlights
- Engaging hand management
- Multi-use cards offer flexibility
- End-game bonuses add strategy
Keep in mind
- May be too fast for some
- Limited player interaction
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About the game
What you do in a play session
Space Lab is a card game that puts you in charge of an international space station. Your goal is to recruit members from the world's four largest space agencies to form the perfect team and complete amazing projects in space. Each turn involves strategic choices: you can collect cards from the same agency from the top of the deck or the recruitment center. Managing your hand of cards is crucial, as you need to position them around the capsules intelligently to maximize their powers and objectives. Additionally, keep an eye on the game's pace to ensure you're racking up extra points before the end. With mechanics like hand management, multi-use cards, and end-game bonuses, Space Lab offers an engaging experience full of interesting decisions. It's an accessible game for beginners but with enough depth to satisfy seasoned players.
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Mechanics, categories, families and credits
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Publisher
Studio H, DSV Games, Frosted Games, GateOnGames, Gen-X Games (GenX), Pandasaurus Games, Reflexshop, TLAMA games
Designer
Corentin Lebrat, Johannes Goupy
Artist
Léa Menard
Community
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376owners
286wishlist
36want to play
Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers before you buy
How many players can play Space Lab?
Space Lab can be played by 1 to 4 players.
What is the average duration of a game?
A game lasts between 20 and 30 minutes.
Is Space Lab complex?
No, it's accessible for beginners but has depth to satisfy experienced players.
What are the main components of the game?
The game includes cards, capsules, and score markers.
Who is Space Lab recommended for?
For fans of strategic card games and science fiction.
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