Vindication

Orange Nebula, LLC, Lucky Duck Games · Board game · 2018
2–5 · best 4 45–150 min Weight 3.1/5
8.1 rating Ludopedia
7.8 rating BGG
8.1 rating Ludopedia
7.8 rating BGG
Our Verdict

If you love an epic adventure with heavy strategy and tons of replayability, Vindication is a fantastic choice! It's a game that challenges you every turn to outsmart the island.

Highlights
  • Deep strategic mechanics
  • High replayability guaranteed
  • Innovative attribute system
  • Immersive fantasy theme
  • High-quality components
Keep in mind
  • Can be long for beginners
  • Initial learning curve
  • Language dependent
HIGHLY RECOMMENDED
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About the game
In Vindication, you begin your journey of redemption cast overboard, shipwrecked on a mysterious and hostile island, with nothing but your willpower. Your mission is clear: reclaim lost honor and prove your worth. This highly strategic fantasy game for 2 to 5 players, with matches lasting between 45 and 150 minutes (about 15-30 minutes per player), challenges you to master resources, control areas, and make tactical choices each turn. You'll have the freedom to perform three actions, in the order you prefer: activate a companion, explore new locations, or interact with map tiles. The key to success lies in the alchemy of heroic attributes: you transform your influence into basic attributes (like inspiration and strength) and combine them to create more powerful ones (like courage), which unlock the game's most valuable rewards. Throughout the game, you'll recruit eccentric companions, collect bizarre relics, develop unique character traits, and confront unusual monsters. With end-game triggers that can be influenced by your strategy, over 72 unique card abilities offering powerful combinations, and a modular board ensuring high replayability, Vindication promises an epic and different adventure every session.
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Components: Game Trayz Inside Crowdfunding: Kickstarter Digital Implementations: Tabletopia Mechanism: Tableau Building
Publisher Orange Nebula, LLC, Lucky Duck Games
Designer Marc Neidlinger
Artist Bartek Fedyczak, Brett Carville, Emiliano Cordoba, Noemi Konkoly, Phu Thieu
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the ideal player count for Vindication?
Vindication can be played by 2 to 5 people. While it works well at all counts, many players find 3 or 4 to be the sweet spot for a good balance between interaction and game length.
How long does a game of Vindication take?
Game time varies, but the general rule is 15 to 30 minutes per player. So, a 4-player game can take anywhere from 1 to 2 hours, depending on familiarity with the game.
Is Vindication a complex game to learn?
It has a medium-high complexity (BGG weight of 3.1045/5). The initial rules are accessible, but the strategic depth and many card interactions require a few plays to master. It's a game for those who enjoy thinking!
Do I need expansions to enjoy the game?
No! The core Vindication game already offers a complete and robust experience with high replayability. Expansions add more content and variety, but are not essential for initial enjoyment.
Does the game involve a lot of luck?
Vindication is predominantly a strategic game. While there is dice rolling for some actions and card draws are random, resource management, area control, and action planning are far more crucial for success.
Who is Vindication recommended for?
It is highly recommended for players looking for a strategic eurogame with an immersive fantasy theme. If you enjoy resource management, area control, engine building, and high replayability, you will love Vindication!
Is the game language dependent?
Yes, Vindication has a fair amount of text on cards and tiles. While unofficial community translations exist, for a smooth experience, it's helpful to have a good grasp of English or a printed translation on hand.