# Thanos Rising: Avengers Infinity War

## General Info
- **Year Published**: 2018
- **BGG Rating**: 7.0
- **BGG Rank**: #2101
- **Players**: 2-4 (Best with: 4)
- **Duration**: 60-90 min
- **Weight**: 2.06 / 5
- **Designers**: Andrew Wolf
- **Artists**: Rick Hutchinson
- **Publishers**: Lucky Duck Games, The Op Games
- **Categories**: Card Game, Comic Book / Strip, Dice, Movies / TV / Radio theme
- **Mechanics**: Cooperative Game, Dice Rolling, Open Drafting, Re-rolling and Locking

## Verdict
If you're a Marvel fan and enjoy a cooperative dice game with a solid challenge, Thanos Rising is a sure bet! It's a race against time to save the universe.Engaging Marvel themeCooperative and strategicDynamic dice rollingEssential communicationHigh language dependencyDice luck can frustrateRepetitive for someHIGHLY RECOMMENDED

## Description
Get ready for a cosmic showdown in Thanos Rising: Avengers Infinity War! In this cooperative game, you and up to three friends team up to stop the Mad Titan from completing his evil plan of collecting the Infinity Stones and ruling reality. It's one of those games where communication and team strategy are crucial, because if Thanos wins, everyone loses together – and nobody wants to see the universe turn to dust.

Each player takes on the role of a Marvel hero, recruiting other Avengers and assembling a powerful squad. The core mechanic involves rolling dice to perform actions and confront Thanos's minions, but beware: not every roll is a victory. You can re-roll and lock dice to secure specific results, but time is short and threats are piling up. The 'open drafting' system allows you to grab cards or heroes that other players might have left behind, adding an interesting tactical layer. The theme is strong, bringing the vibe of comics and movies to your table, with components that bring this epic saga to life.

It's an accessible game with rules that won't leave you lost, but require critical thinking to optimize your team's actions. The sense of urgency increases as Thanos gets closer to his goal. If you enjoy cooperative games with a superhero theme and a good dice-rolling challenge, this adventure against Thanos might be exactly what you're looking for to get the gang together.

## FAQ
### How many players can participate?
The game is for 2 to 4 players.

### How long does a game session take?
A game typically takes between 60 and 90 minutes.

### What is the game's complexity?
Thanos Rising has a low to medium complexity, with a BGG weight of 2.06/5, making it accessible to most players.

### Is the game cooperative or competitive?
It's a fully cooperative game where all players work together against the game to defeat Thanos.

### Do I need to know English to play?
Yes, the game has a high language dependency, with significant text on cards and components that need to be understood.

### Is the game more luck-based or strategy-based?
There's an element of luck due to dice rolling, but team strategy, communication, and resource management are crucial for victory.

### Does the game include miniatures?
Yes, the game includes miniatures, which add visual and thematic appeal to the experience.

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