# The Restless

## General Info
- **Year Published**: 2025
- **BGG Rating**: 8.4
- **BGG Rank**: #16536
- **Players**: 1-4 (Best with: 4)
- **Duration**: 120-300 min
- **Weight**: 3.00 / 5
- **Designers**: Winslow Dumaine
- **Artists**: Winslow Dumaine
- **Publishers**: (Self-Published)
- **Categories**: Dice, Fantasy, Fighting, Horror
- **Mechanics**: Action / Event, Cooperative Game, Dice Rolling, Events, Move Through Deck, Solo / Solitaire Game, Storytelling, Team-Based Game, Trading, Turn Order: Progressive, Variable Player Powers

## Verdict
If you enjoy cooperative games with a dark fantasy vibe and strong narrative, The Restless might be your next obsession! The fight for survival against traitor gods is intense.Immersive dark narrativeReal cooperative challengeUnique character powersDangerous realm explorationLong playtimeHigh complexityStory-driven focusFOR GENRE FANS

## Description
Prepare for a grim apocalypse in The Restless! Thirty years after the gods abandoned humanity to its fate, the world has become a graveyard. While nations warred amongst themselves, portals to other dimensions ripped open, unleashing cruel angels and grotesque demons. Now, a storm of black smoke advances, and the only chance of survival is to flee east. But the escape isn't the end; it's the beginning of revenge against the traitorous gods.

This is a cooperative card game, dungeon crawler style, where you and your team of survivors face a hostile world. With weak characters and scarce resources, you'll have to traverse five realms filled with monsters, traps, and treacherous environments. Each realm culminates in a confrontation, and the ultimate goal is to reach the Final Battle against the Traitor God. Victory is uncertain, but the pursuit of revenge is what drives the last remnants of humanity. The experience is challenging and focused on collaboration, requiring players to manage their few resources and plan every step to survive the end times.

Featuring dice rolling mechanics, engaging storytelling, and variable player powers, The Restless promises an epic and desperate journey. With each step, the world becomes more dangerous, and hope is a luxury few can afford. Are you ready to face the end of the world and fight for your redemption?

## FAQ
### How many players can participate in The Restless?
The Restless is a game for 1 to 4 players, perfect for those who enjoy solo challenges as well as those who prefer to play as a team.

### How long does a game of The Restless take?
Games can be quite long, ranging from 120 to 300 minutes (2 to 5 hours). It's a game that requires a good chunk of time!

### What is the complexity level of the game?
With a medium weight of 3/5 on BoardGameGeek, The Restless offers a considerable challenge. Expect rules that require attention and strategic decisions.

### Is The Restless a competitive or cooperative game?
It is a fully cooperative game, where all players work together against the challenges presented by the game to try and win.

### What is the main theme of the game?
The theme is dark fantasy with horror elements. Humanity is on the brink of extinction after being betrayed by the gods, and players fight for survival and revenge.

### Does the game involve a lot of reading?
Yes, The Restless has a strong narrative and storytelling component, which implies a significant amount of text on cards and events.