Welcome to Reckoning

Wonderspell · Board game · 2023
1 · best 1 Solo 30 min Weight 2.0/5
rating Ludopedia
7.1 rating BGG
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rating Ludopedia
7.1 rating BGG
Our Verdict

If you enjoy a tense solo game with a strong survival theme and a touch of weird western, 'Welcome to Reckoning' is for you! The experience is quite immersive.

Highlights
  • Immersive solo experience
  • Unique and strong theme
  • Tense survival challenge
  • Clever hand management
Keep in mind
  • High language dependency
  • Can become repetitive
  • Limited strategic depth
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About the game
Talk about a tight spot! In 'Welcome to Reckoning', you're trapped in a small mining town that's gone completely haywire due to a mysterious substance called 'Dust'. This stuff messes with time and, worse, drives people mad or corrupts them. Only your small posse is left, and the goal is clear: survive until the rescue wagon arrives to get you out of this mess. But it's not going to be easy! You'll have to deal with bizarre events, supernatural forces, tentacles popping out of nowhere, and maybe even a traitor in your group. The game is pure tension and strategy, focusing on you managing your hand of cards to form a winning poker hand, which is your ticket out of there. Meanwhile, you'll navigate through a deck of events representing the passage of time and the imminent danger. If your safe haven gets overrun or you can't gather the right cards, you're done for. It's a thematic solo game with a survival vibe, set in a 'weird west' scenario that blends the frontier with fantasy and horror elements. Get ready for an intense and solitary experience where every decision counts to escape the apocalypse in Reckoning.
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In English

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Contests: 54-Card Game Design Crowdfunding: Kickstarter Players: Solitaire Only Card Games Players: Solitaire Only Games
Publisher Wonderspell
Designer Mike Heiman
Artist Arianne Criseyde
Frequently Asked Questions
How many players can participate?
This game is exclusively for 1 player.
How long does a game take?
A game of 'Welcome to Reckoning' typically lasts around 30 minutes.
What is the game's complexity?
The game has a light to moderate complexity, with a BGG weight of 2 out of 5.
Do I need to know English to play?
Yes, the game has a moderate language dependency. It's recommended to have the cards translated or use a reference sheet.
Is this a traditional card game?
While it uses cards, it stands out as a thematic solo survival game with mechanics like moving through the deck and set collection.
Is this a game for horror fans?
Yes, the game blends western elements with horror and fantasy, creating a dark and tense atmosphere.
What happens if I lose?
If your safe haven is overrun or you can't form the required poker hand, you don't survive and lose the game.