“Castles of Burgundy,” designed by Stefan Feld, is ranked as the #16 best game worldwide according to Board Game Geek (BGG). The special edition features a complete redesign of artwork and layout, alongside high-quality components that enhance gameplay usability.

This edition is comprehensive, containing all previous expansions in one package. It introduces the new Vineyard expansion and includes a solo automa, broadening the game’s appeal and accessibility.

In this game, designed for 1-4 players, participants take on the roles of aristocrats managing their princedoms. Gameplay involves building settlements, constructing castles, engaging in trade, mining for silver, and leveraging the knowledge of travelers.

Based on the popular S.T.A.L.K.E.R. video game series, the board game captures the grim atmosphere of the infamous exclusion zone, filled with anomalies, relicts, mutants, and dark secrets. In the game, players assume the roles of asymmetric stalkers, each with customized gear, to explore this hazardous landscape, where every bullet spent costs them money.

The game is built around a fully co-operative, story-based “zone” crawling mechanic. Each mission calls for strategic decisions, whether to sneak past dangers or confront them head-on. However, players must always stay on their toes as the Zone is brimming with surprises, such as radioactive rain, emissions, anomalies, and roaming bands of mutants that can interfere with their plans. Moreover, players can take solace knowing that these dangers also pose a threat to the bandits and gangs in the area.

S.T.A.L.K.E.R. The Board Game offers two gameplay modes. In the campaign mode, players embark on a story-driven adventure divided into three chapters, each taking 10-12 hours to complete. Alternatively, the Zone Survival mode offers one-off sessions filled with surprises and unscripted adventures.

The game’s narrative is centered around a mysterious transmission that has begun broadcasting throughout the Zone. Players will face hard decisions and grim dark adventures in a setting that accurately captures the suspenseful atmosphere of the source material.

Awaken Realms’ S.T.A.L.K.E.R. The Board Game illustrates the company’s commitment to creating immersive, richly thematic board games. Given the explosive crowdfunding success and the high anticipation among backers, the game’s release promises to be a major event in the board gaming community.

The game is available on Gamefound. It features 1-4 players, where each player controls one Stalker. The game is a cooperative “zone-crawling” story-driven experience based on stories from the Chornobyl Exclusion Zone. Each story will consist of 2-4 scenarios to play through, and players should expect to spend approx. 2 hours per scenario.

The scenarios in the game will vary, and players will be able to take part in stealth missions, tactical gunfights, retrieval missions, artifact hunting, navigating through dangerous anomalies, fighting mutants, and much more. Each Stalker will be a unique character that players can upgrade their gear and skills between different scenarios.

The game promises to be an exciting and challenging experience, and it is perfect for fans of the video game series and board game enthusiasts alike. With the option to play alone or with friends, S.T.A.L.K.E.R. The Board Game offers a unique and thrilling cooperative gaming experience.

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