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Our Verdict
If you enjoy a quick and strategic solo or cooperative challenge, Urbion is a gem that will captivate you with its dreamlike theme and clever mechanics.
Highlights
- Challenging hand management
- Engaging dreamlike theme
- Quick to play
- Great for solo
- Expansions included
Keep in mind
- Can be repetitive
- Initial learning curve
- Relies on draw luck
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In Urbion, you are the king of Equilibrion, a city where Incubi (negative dreams) and Sognae (positive dreams) coexist in a delicate balance. Your mission is to maintain this harmony by allocating them to different districts and controlling their powers, all while fending off Chaos entities that thrive on discord. This is a solo or cooperative card game for two players, where you must work together against the game itself. The goal is to claim all twelve City cards before the Dream deck runs out. To do this, you need to balance each City card: the sum of Dream cards played next to it must be exactly zero for you to claim it. Strategy is crucial: play your Dream cards wisely or discard them at the right moment to trigger beneficial effects. But beware of the penalties from Chaos cards! The base game already includes two expansions. The first, "Arch-Squares and Metas," adds new City cards and Metas, which are double-sided (positive and negative) Dream cards, increasing the complexity of your choices. The second, "The Books of Powers," offers more effect options when discarding Dream cards, but at the cost of starting the game with fewer cards in hand. Get ready for a dreamlike challenge of management and balance!
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Filosofia Éditions, Z-Man Games
Designer
Shadi Torbey
Artist
Élise Plessis
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How many players does Urbion support and what is the average game duration?
Urbion is designed for 1 to 2 players. Games are quite quick, usually lasting between 15 and 30 minutes, which makes it perfect for a fast gaming session.
What is the complexity level of the game?
It has a BGG weight of 1.83, classifying it as a light to medium complexity game. The rules are easy to learn, but the strategy for balancing cards and managing your hand offers a good challenge.
Are the expansions included with the base game?
Yes! Two expansions, 'Arch-Squares and Metas' and 'The Books of Powers', are already included in the base game box, adding more variety and depth right from the start.
Is Urbion good for beginners in board games?
It can be a good entry point for those looking for a card game with clear mechanics and a growing challenge. The theme and art are also very inviting.
What is the main objective of the game?
The objective is to balance twelve City cards by making the sum of Dream cards played next to them zero, all before the Dream deck runs out. It's a race against time and the game itself!
Does the game have language dependence?
No, Urbion has null language dependence. The cards are based on numbers and symbols, making it accessible to players of any language.
Who is Urbion most recommended for?
It's highly recommended for fans of solo games, couples looking for a light cooperative experience, and those who appreciate the Oniverse series (like Onirim, Sylvion), with its unique art and elegant hand management mechanics.