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