Let me start by saying, “I love this game.” It is easily in my top 10. \u00a0I love games that have a hint of luck to introduce variability, but also rely heavily on strategy. \u00a0Tiles for the “map” introduce a level of variability in each scenario too. \u00a0This game introduces a small amount of randomness because it’s using dice, but the dice placement and abilities make decisions important — a key to me liking any game. \u00a0Cards also allow\u00a0strategic decisions and additional ways to break the rules.<\/p>\n
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In Quantum, players command a fleet of ships represented by dice. \u00a0The value on the die determines the type of ship; the lower the number, the slower and tougher the ship is, while the higher the number the faster and weaker the ship is. \u00a0In addition to the speed and strength of the ships, each has a special ability. \u00a0Because there are only 6 ship types, it’s easy to keep the abilities straight and plan. \u00a0If there were more, it may be too difficult — less and it may be too simple or dull. \u00a0Ships in orbit around planets may be able to build (place) quantum cubes.<\/p>\n
The goal is to be the first to\u00a0place all of your quantum cubes. \u00a0Players can place cubes by building them on planets\u00a0they orbit with dice values\u00a0that add up to the number on the planet. \u00a0The second way is through domination (but honestly, it’s uncommon in my experience — might just be play style).<\/p>\n
Game designer, Eric Zimmerman, has crafted a wonderful game… I only wish he had more gems like this one.<\/p>\n
Here’s what boardgamegeek website has to say:<\/p>\n
In Quantum<\/strong><\/em>, each player is a fleet commander from one of the four factions of humanity, struggling to conquer a sector of space. Every die is a starship, with the value of the die determining the movement of the ship, but also its combat power – with low numbers more powerful. So a [ 6 ] is a quick but fragile Scout and a [ 1 ] is a slow but mighty Battlestation.<\/p>\n
Each type of ship also has a special power that can be used once per turn: Destroyers can warp space to swap places with other dice and Flagships can transport other ships. These powers can be used in combination for devastating effects. You’re not stuck with your starting ships, however: using Quantum technology, you can spend actions to transform (re-roll) your ships. Randomness plays a role in the game, but only when you want: Quantum is very much a strategy game.<\/p>\n
You win by constructing Quantum Cubes – massive planetary energy extractors. Each time you build a new one, you can expand your fleet, earn a new permanent ability, or take a one-time special move. The board itself is made out of modular tiles, and you can play on one of the 30 layouts that come with the game or design your own. The ship powers, player abilities, and board designs combine to create a limitless set of possibilities for how to play and strategies for how to win.<\/p>\n
With elegant mechanics, an infinity of scenarios, and easy-to-learn rules that lead to deep gameplay, Quantum<\/em> is a one-of-a-kind game of space combat, strategy and colonization that will satisfy both hard-core and casual players.<\/p><\/blockquote>\n
This is a search link on amazon<\/a>.<\/p>\n
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