Unsurmountable: Dual Peaks

Button Shy, Banana Games, Salt & Pepper Games · Board game · 2021
— Ludopedia 6.9 BGG 1 · best 1 Solo 15 min Weight 1.3/5
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If you love fast solo strategy games, Dual Peaks will have you hooked on the twin summits.

Highlights
  • More routes to plan
  • Double‑peak challenge
  • Print & Play cards
  • Stacks with other expansions
Keep in mind
  • Extra learning curve
  • Requires self‑printing
  • Solo‑only experience
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About the game

What you do in a play session

Unsurmountable: Dual Peaks arrives as the second expansion for Button Shy's solo climbing line, adding a fresh layer of difficulty for anyone who has already tackled the heights of Unsurmountable. The core twist is that each mountain now features two peaks, demanding two distinct routes to reach the summit. This effectively doubles the strategic depth, as you must plot non‑overlapping paths while still meeting each route's difficulty requirements. The expansion adds two Mysterious Statue cards, which act as new features under the difficulty rules, further shaking up the calculation of required effort. For fans who love stacking expansions, Dual Peaks can be combined with Unsurmountable: Big Climb, allowing you to build a 15‑card mega‑mountain with two peaks—a true test of mental stamina and resource management. Gameplay remains quick, with a 15‑minute playtime, light rules, and a low complexity rating (1.33/5), making it ideal for short solo sessions or as a quick challenge between other activities. Components consist solely of printable cards (Print & Play), so you just print, cut, and climb. In short, Dual Peaks expands the original experience without overcomplicating it, delivering more routes, more decisions, and, of course, more peaks to conquer.

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Best player count

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Solo · 1 player
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Game details

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Crowdfunding: Kickstarter Game: Unsurmountable Series: Simply Solo Games (Button Shy) Series: Wallet & Box Micro Games (Button Shy) Sports: Mountain Climbing
Publisher Button Shy, Banana Games, Salt & Pepper Games
Designer Scott Almes
Artist Christy Johnson

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Frequently Asked Questions

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7 questions
How many players can play?
It is a solo game, designed for a single player.
How long does a game take?
Approximately 15 minutes, perfect for quick sessions.
What is the complexity level?
Light, with a BGG weight of 1.33/5 – easy to learn.
Do I need to buy physical components?
No, the expansion is Print & Play; just print the cards.
Can Dual Peaks be combined with other expansions?
Yes, it stacks nicely with Unsurmountable: Big Climb for larger mountains.
What are the Mysterious Statue cards?
New features that affect difficulty rules, changing the effort calculation.
Is it suitable for players new to card games?
Absolutely, the rules are straightforward and the game is built for newcomers.