TIME Stories Revolution: Cavendish
Overview
"Cavendish" is a cooperative board game where players dive into an adventure filled with exploration, horror, science fiction elements, and a spooky atmosphere. The story unfolds with players seeking... (read more)
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Noble Knight GamesReviews
mixed, 60% of all reviews are favorable
Playtime
20 minutes
Published
2023
Age
12+
Publisher
Space Cowboys
Players
1 to 4 players
Designers
François Doucet, Cincent Goyat, Manuel Rozoy, and Vincent Goyat
Playstyle
Involved
Game's Categories
Strategy Game, Cooperative Game, Adventure, Exploration, Science Fiction, Storytelling, and Horror
Description
Overview
"Cavendish" is a cooperative board game where players dive into an adventure filled with exploration, horror, science fiction elements, and a spooky atmosphere. The story unfolds with players seeking their missing friend in an old New England manor, providing an experience of mystery and a race against time. The game combines strategic gameplay with a rich storytelling mechanic, challenging players to think, plan, and occasionally rely on luck to succeed.
Game Experience
Setting the Scene
Players step into the shoes of characters who are reckless youths from the year 1958. The old manor house where the game takes place becomes an interactive environment, full of hidden clues, eerie encounters, and time-bending surprises.
Learning Curve
Expect to spend time getting familiar with the rules. Though not overly complex, the game requires an understanding of its mechanics and how the story unfolds through player decisions.
Strategic Gameplay
Strategic thinking is key. Players must collaborate, communicate effectively, and make shared decisions that influence the direction and outcome of the game. Since luck is a factor, expect a certain level of unpredictability that may require on-the-fly adjustments to your team's strategy.
Narrative Drive
The storytelling aspect means choices matter. Your collective narrative will evolve as you explore the manor, with each decision contributing to the final outcome. This kind of immersion is both engaging and adds replay value to the game.
Duration and Pacing
Fast-paced and designed for quick play, "Cavendish" aims to deliver its thrills in a 20-minute window. The swift progression keeps the tension high and ensures the story moves at a compelling pace.
Accessibility
Recommended for ages 12 and up, "Cavendish" is accessible to a broad range of players, including both newcomers to board gaming and experienced strategists looking for a brisk, cooperative challenge.
Cooperative Dynamics
Teamwork is essential. Players win or lose together, based on their joint ability to solve the manor's mysteries. This co-op nature of the game fosters a shared adventure experience.
Themes and Ambiance
The mix of themes—adventure, exploration, horror, science fiction, spooky, and time travel—infuses the game with an atmosphere that is both thrilling and suspenseful. Be prepared to be transported to a world where the uncanny and the extraordinary intertwine.
In "Cavendish," you embark on a swift and collaborative journey through a narrative-driven game that will test your ability to work as a team, think strategically, and make decisions under the pressure of time and a haunting environment. A game where every choice can lead you down a new path, "Cavendish" promises an adventure that's as mysterious as it is replayable.
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