Chez Geek*
Chez Geek is a light-hearted and fast-paced card game that humorously captures geek culture and the dynamics of co-habitation. Players assume the roles of roommates who are trying to navigate through life with the aim of accomplishing as much leisure (Slack) as possible while doing minimal work. Each player starts with a Job card determining their free time, income, a special ability, and Slack goal. The game progresses with players drawing Life cards, dealing with variable rolls for free time and income, managing uninvited guests, inviting people or pets to their room, playing Activity and Thing cards for Slack, and handling Whenever cards that can be played at any time. The goal is to accumulate Slack points through various activities and purchases, with the first player to meet or exceed their Slack goal declared the winner.
Gameplay Overview
- Job Cards: Define each player's resources and objectives.
- Life Management: Draw and play Life cards to navigate daily challenges.
- Slack Accumulation: Engage in activities and buy things to gain Slack points.
Special Features
- Variable Rolls: Adjust free time and income each turn with dice rolls.
- Dynamic Interactions: Manage uninvited guests and invite people or pets to rooms.
- Diverse Card Types: Utilize Activity, Thing, and Whenever cards for strategic advantage.
Conclusion
Chez Geek offers a fun and relatable gaming experience, ideal for players who enjoy a blend of humor, strategy, and the quirks of shared living. It cleverly portrays the challenges and triumphs of roommate life, encouraging players to balance work and leisure in their quest for ultimate Slack and victory.
Nominated for 1 award and won 1.
- 2 - 5 Players
- 60 Minutes
- 13+ years old
- Immediately playable