Sunset Over Water

Dr. Finn's Games, Pencil First Games, LLC, Delight · Board game · 2018
7.9 Ludopedia 6.9 BGG 1–4 · best 4 Solo 20 min Weight 1.7/5
Buy · from US$ 13.34
7.9 rating Ludopedia
6.9 rating BGG
Our Verdict
RECOMMENDED

If you enjoy games with art and nature themes, offering a relaxed gameplay with nice strategic decisions, Sunset Over Water is a great pick! It's super accessible and works well solo or with others.

Highlights
  • Relaxing landscape painting
  • Light and fluid strategy
  • Excellent solo mode
  • Beautiful thematic components
Keep in mind
  • Theme can become repetitive
  • Low player interaction
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About the game

What you do in a play session

In Sunset Over Water, you're an artist on the hunt for the perfect landscape to capture on canvas. The game invites you on a six-day journey through the wilderness, where the goal is to accumulate Renown by painting and selling your masterpieces. Each day kicks off with a simultaneous planning phase, where you select a card that dictates your initiative, movement range, and how many landscapes you can paint that day. Then, in individual turns, you'll move across the board, collect landscape cards, and, if you choose, sell your works for commissions. It's a race against time and other players (or against yourself, in solo mode!) to find the best spots and complete your daily goals. Each day, the scenery updates, presenting new opportunities. The strategy lies in balancing exploration, collecting landscapes, and selling at the right moment, as you also score points for completed objectives and any paintings you hold at the game's end. Featuring mechanics like grid movement, simultaneous action selection, and set collection, Sunset Over Water offers a relaxing yet strategically engaging experience. It's a game that fits easily into your schedule and bag, perfect for those seeking a creative escape with a strategic edge, whether playing solo or with friends.

Rules videos

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5 videos

Best player count

BGG community vote

1–4 players
1 REC
2 REC
3 BEST
4 BEST

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Game details

Mechanics, categories, families and credits

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Components: 5 x 5 Grids Crowdfunding: Kickstarter Players: Games with Solitaire Rules Theme: Art Theme: Nature Theme: Painting / Paintings
Publisher Dr. Finn's Games, Pencil First Games, LLC, Delight
Designer Eduardo Baraf, Steve Finn
Artist Beth Sobel, Helen Zhu

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Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers before you buy

6 questions
How many people can play Sunset Over Water?
The game is designed for 1 to 4 players, making it suitable for a solitary painting session or a small group gathering.
How long does a game take to play?
Games are quite quick, typically lasting between 20 and 30 minutes, perfect for those with limited time.
Is the game difficult to learn?
No, the complexity is low (1.69/5 weight on BGG), making it ideal for beginners or those seeking a lighter experience.
What is the main objective of the game?
The goal is to accumulate the most Renown over six days by painting landscapes and completing objectives.
Do I need to know English to play?
The game has moderate language dependency. Planning and landscape cards might require translation, but the board and general rules are easy to grasp with a guide.
Is it worth playing solo?
Absolutely! Sunset Over Water features a highly-rated solo mode, allowing you to enjoy the experience even without other players.

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