Versus Dei
2022William Litt
2 - 12 players
10 - 40 min
Medium weight: Teach it in one sitting
From BoardGameGeek
On the legendary island of Dei, advanced technologies have allowed the creation of an artificial paradise. Through genetic engineering, Humans have reached immortality. Now self-proclaimed deities, they manipulate Nature to provide for their needs, and entertainment. Here, Versus is the national sport. Inspired by gladiatorial combat, the Versus Games are held in the Arena. The fighters are named Aeons. They are powerful bio-synthetic creatures, conceived with the sole purpose of killing. In this card game of strategy, players take one the role of Humans, capable of summoning Aeons in the Arena. To win the game, you must eliminate all of your opponent's cards. All cards are unique, balanced, independent, and versatile. If you consistently find better synergies than your opponent, you'll win. Versus is easy to learn (10min), and quick to get started (1min). No deck building needed. Baffling simplicity, frightening depth. Adjust the game duration (from 10 to 40min), and the level of complexity. Make it chill, or epic. Play 1v1, or up to 6v6. Yes, you can form 2 teams of up to 6 players each, everyone playing on the same board ! -description from the designer
Which Versus Dei video should I watch?
Versus Dei has 2 videos from 1 creator: 2 how-to-play guides. They date from August 2022.
If you like it, try VERSUS 42, also by William Litt, or Breakaway Football, War of the Ring: The Card Game and Trials of Maya, which share several of its mechanics.
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About Versus Dei
From BoardGameGeek:
On the legendary island of Dei, advanced technologies have allowed the creation of an artificial paradise. Through genetic engineering, Humans have reached immortality. Now self-proclaimed deities, they manipulate Nature to provide for their needs, and entertainment. Here, Versus is the national sport. Inspired by gladiatorial combat, the Versus Games are held in the Arena. The fighters are named Aeons. They are powerful bio-synthetic creatures, conceived with the sole purpose of killing. In this card game of strategy, players take one the role of Humans, capable of summoning Aeons in the Arena. To win the game, you must eliminate all of your opponent's cards. All cards are unique, balanced, independent, and versatile. If you consistently find better synergies than your opponent, you'll win. Versus is easy to learn (10min), and quick to get started (1min). No deck building needed. Baffling simplicity, frightening depth. Adjust the game duration (from 10 to 40min), and the level of complexity. Make it chill, or epic. Play 1v1, or up to 6v6. Yes, you can form 2 teams of up to 6 players each, everyone playing on the same board ! -description from the designer
Designer
William Litt
Publisher
Self-published
Mechanics
Card-DrivenProgrammed ActionsGrid MovementHand Management