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Tech Race

Tech Race

2025·Ionah Nguyen

Videos
7
Creators
7

Mainly reviews and how-to-play. Tech Race is covered on BoardGameVideo.com by 2 reviews, 2 how-to-play guides, and 3 other videos.

2 - 5 players
30 - 90 min
Medium weight: Teach it in one sitting

From BoardGameGeek

Tech Race is a medium-weight Euro-style strategy game that brings the fast-paced, high-stakes world of tech startups to your tabletop. In Tech Race, players step into the shoes of ambitious startup founders, hiring employees, developing futuristic technologies, and racing to achieve the highest company valuation. The game takes place over 9 rounds, each comprising 3 phases: Staffing, Action, and Lobbying. 1. Staffing: You hire and train employees to unlock new abilities and build your company. Each employee needs a salary, so keep an eye on your payroll costs! 2. Action: You use your employees' actions to drive demand, expand your territories, obtain new customers or steal existing ones from your competitors, and collect materials to develop futuristic technologies. These resources are limited, so you may have to bargain with other players! 3. Lobbying: Compete in bidding wars to implement new policies that can earn you rewards or trigger chaotic events. Collusion is not just allowed, it's essential! The game is for players aged 14 and up, supports 2-5 players, and typically plays in about 90 minutes. Why you will love Tech Race:Deep Dive Into The Startup World Tech Race captures the thrill of building a startup with gameplay inspired by real-world tech industry challenges. Designed by Ionah Hang Nguyen, an indie board game designer with an MBA and extensive work experience in business and the tech industry, the game reflects the highs and lows of building a tech company. Learn to manage cash flow, make hiring decisions, adapt to market shifts, and more - all in a way that's engaging and accessible. Dynamic Gameplay Mechanics This medium-weight Euro game is a strategic delight, blending engine building, resource management, trading, and bidding mechanics. It's designed to strike the ideal balance between depth and accessibility, making it a great fit for both seasoned gamers and newcomers. Striking Visual Design WE DO NOT USE AI IN OUR DESIGN. Oksana Mykytiuk, our talented illustrator, brings her incredible skill to Tech Race, crafting stunning visuals that immerse you in the high-stakes world of tech startups. From vivid tech tokens to enchanting character art, every piece adds depth and vibrancy to your gameplay. Humor That Stands Out Tech Race isn't just about strategy - it's got a cheeky side, too! With parody company names and clever policy cards, we've infused plenty of humor to keep your game nights fun and light-hearted.

Tech Race

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Learn to play

Tech Race - Economic euro game, hire and fire employees, be the next...Ion Mist :)7:57

Tech Race - Economic euro game, hire and fire employees, be the next...Ion Mist :)

Meeple University

Meeple University

Review

Tech Race Review with Graeme - Tech Up & Money Flows12:30

Tech Race Review with Graeme - Tech Up & Money Flows

The Dice Tower

The Dice Tower

Which Tech Race video should I watch?

Tech Race has 7 videos from 7 creators: 2 reviews, 2 how-to-play guides and 3 other videos. They date from 2024 to September 2026.

To learn the rules, start with "Tech Race - Economic euro game, hire and fire employees, be the next...Ion Mist :)" by Meeple University, which runs 8 min.

For an opinion before you buy, start with "Tech Race Review with Graeme - Tech Up & Money Flows" by The Dice Tower.

If you like it, try Chuồn Chuồn, also by Ionah Nguyen, or Empire's End, Terra Mystica and World Order, which share several of its mechanics.

All videos

Tech Race - Economic euro game, hire and fire employees, be the next...Ion Mist :)How to play7:57

Tech Race - Economic euro game, hire and fire employees, be the next...Ion Mist :)

Meeple University

Meeple University

Tech Race - A Dicey Walkthrough!How to play19:13

Tech Race - A Dicey Walkthrough!

The Dicey Review

The Dicey Review

Talkin' Tech Race with Ionah Nguyen | Table TalkInterview19:08

Talkin' Tech Race with Ionah Nguyen | Table Talk

Geeks + Tabletop

Geeks + Tabletop

Tech Race Review with Graeme - Tech Up & Money FlowsReview12:30

Tech Race Review with Graeme - Tech Up & Money Flows

The Dice Tower

The Dice Tower

Tech Race0:57

Tech Race

Game Boy Geek

Game Boy Geek

Snapshot0:22

Snapshot

BoardGameAddictUK

BoardGameAddictUK

Is Tech Race for you? A Quick Overview!Review1:19

Is Tech Race for you? A Quick Overview!

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The Dice Tower
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The Dicey Review
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About Tech Race

From BoardGameGeek:

Tech Race is a medium-weight Euro-style strategy game that brings the fast-paced, high-stakes world of tech startups to your tabletop. In Tech Race, players step into the shoes of ambitious startup founders, hiring employees, developing futuristic technologies, and racing to achieve the highest company valuation. The game takes place over 9 rounds, each comprising 3 phases: Staffing, Action, and Lobbying. 1. Staffing: You hire and train employees to unlock new abilities and build your company. Each employee needs a salary, so keep an eye on your payroll costs! 2. Action: You use your employees' actions to drive demand, expand your territories, obtain new customers or steal existing ones from your competitors, and collect materials to develop futuristic technologies. These resources are limited, so you may have to bargain with other players! 3. Lobbying: Compete in bidding wars to implement new policies that can earn you rewards or trigger chaotic events. Collusion is not just allowed, it's essential! The game is for players aged 14 and up, supports 2-5 players, and typically plays in about 90 minutes. Why you will love Tech Race:Deep Dive Into The Startup World Tech Race captures the thrill of building a startup with gameplay inspired by real-world tech industry challenges. Designed by Ionah Hang Nguyen, an indie board game designer with an MBA and extensive work experience in business and the tech industry, the game reflects the highs and lows of building a tech company. Learn to manage cash flow, make hiring decisions, adapt to market shifts, and more - all in a way that's engaging and accessible. Dynamic Gameplay Mechanics This medium-weight Euro game is a strategic delight, blending engine building, resource management, trading, and bidding mechanics. It's designed to strike the ideal balance between depth and accessibility, making it a great fit for both seasoned gamers and newcomers. Striking Visual Design WE DO NOT USE AI IN OUR DESIGN. Oksana Mykytiuk, our talented illustrator, brings her incredible skill to Tech Race, crafting stunning visuals that immerse you in the high-stakes world of tech startups. From vivid tech tokens to enchanting character art, every piece adds depth and vibrancy to your gameplay. Humor That Stands Out Tech Race isn't just about strategy - it's got a cheeky side, too! With parody company names and clever policy cards, we've infused plenty of humor to keep your game nights fun and light-hearted.

Designer

Ionah Nguyen

Artist

Oksana Mykytiuk

Publisher

Brainy Hearty

Categories

EconomicEducationalScience Fiction

Mechanics

Auction / BiddingDeck BuildingEnd Game BonusesResource Management
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