# Super Motherload

## General Info
- **Year Published**: 2015
- **BGG Rating**: 7.3
- **BGG Rank**: #994
- **Players**: 2-4 (Best with: 2)
- **Duration**: 60 min
- **Weight**: 2.27 / 5
- **Designers**: Gavan Brown, Matt Tolman
- **Artists**: David Forest, Gavan Brown, Lina Cossette, Scott Carmichael
- **Publishers**: Roxley, Games Factory Publishing, XGen Studios
- **Categories**: Science Fiction, Video Game Theme
- **Mechanics**: Deck, Bag, and Pool Building, Delayed Purchase, Hand Management, Set Collection, Tile Placement, Variable Player Powers

## Verdict
Perfect for those who love video game progression mixed with deck-building strategy. The board's scrolling system is the real highlight!Very satisfying sense of progressionInnovative scrolling simulationWell-executed mining themeInteresting balance of luck and strategyModerate initial learning curveRequires strict spatial planningRECOMMENDED

## Description
Imagine you're the leader of an elite crew of Pod pilots working for the Solarus Corporation. The setting? Mars, in the near future, where an infinite source of precious minerals has been discovered deep beneath the red crust. These resources are the key to ending Earth's energy crisis and fueling deep space expeditions as the population overflows. Your mission is straightforward yet challenging: dive into the Martian depths, mine everything you can, and become the most legendary employee in the galaxy.

In terms of gameplay, Super Motherload blends deck-building with tile placement in a very innovative way. You start with a basic deck, but as you excavate and collect minerals, you use that wealth to hire new pilots and upgrade their skills. The stronger your deck, the more efficient you become at bombing and drilling through the terrain. The genius touch is the board: tiles are added and removed during the match, simulating the 'scrolling' action typical of video games, which requires you to carefully plan your spatial positioning.

To win, you need to accumulate the most Victory Points (VPs). These points are gained from the cards you add to your deck and from achievement cards that become available throughout the game. It's the kind of experience that appeals to those who enjoy the precision of Eurogames but still want a strong theme and a constant sense of progression. If you love seeing your crew grow more powerful while exploring the unknown, this game is for you. Get your drills ready, manage your hand, and happy mining!

## FAQ
### Is the game too complex?
It has a medium weight (2.27 on BGG), so it's not a gateway game, but it's not impossible. If you've played any deck-builder, you'll pick it up quickly.

### How long does a game take?
It usually lasts about 60 minutes, depending on the group's experience and the number of players.

### Do I need to know English to play?
Hardly! The game has very little text, and most information is intuitive or easy to memorize.

### How many people can play?
From 2 to 4 players. It works well in any configuration, though the fight for space gets more intense with more players.

### Is it recommended for people who dislike 'Euro' games?
If you love video games and the feeling of character progression, you'll enjoy it, even if you're not a fan of pure Eurogames, as the theme is very strong.

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