CV*

CV is a dice and card game that explores the intriguing concept of life's possibilities and choices. Players get to create a narrative for their character, guiding them through various stages of life, from early adulthood to old age. The game combines elements of strategy and chance, allowing players to craft a unique life story for their character based on the decisions they make and the paths they choose.

Gameplay Overview

  • Life Simulation: Players guide a character through different phases of life, making choices about career, relationships, and activities.
  • Dice Rolling Mechanism: Utilize a Yahtzee-style dice system to roll and re-roll dice, aiming to achieve specific symbol sets.
  • Card Acquisition and Benefits: Acquire cards based on dice rolls, which provide ongoing benefits, new symbols, and special abilities.

Game Mechanics

  • Symbol Matching: Match symbols on the dice to acquire life cards that represent different life events and choices.
  • Diverse Life Paths: Choose from various life routes, like pursuing a dream job, building relationships, or accumulating wealth.
  • Card Points: Different types of cards score points at the game's end, contributing to your overall life story.

Conclusion

CV offers a captivating gaming experience for players who enjoy building narratives and exploring the 'what ifs' of life. Its blend of strategic decision-making and the luck of the dice roll makes for an engaging and often humorous journey through a character's life. Whether you end up as a world traveler, a business mogul, or follow a completely unexpected path, CV provides a playful yet thought-provoking exploration of life’s various possibilities. It's a game that not only entertains but also prompts reflection on the choices we make and the paths we follow in our own lives.

Nominated for 1 award.

  • 2 - 4 Players
  • 60 Minutes
  • 10+ years old
  • Easy to learn

We like CV so much that we recommend it in the following board game recommendation lists 2024

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