The Grizzled*
The Grizzled is a deeply engaging cooperative game set in the trenches of the First World War, where players must work together to survive the harsh and unpredictable conditions of the battlefield.
Gameplay Overview
- Cooperative Survival: Players must collaborate closely to navigate the challenges of war.
- Strategic Card Play: Each round involves strategic decisions on card drawing and playing, with each card representing various threats or negative traits.
- Mission Completion: The goal is to deplete the draw deck and players' hands without running out of time or succumbing to too many threats.
Special Features
- Thematic Immersion: The game powerfully evokes the atmosphere of World War I trench warfare.
- Risk and Uncertainty: Players face unknown dangers, as most card information remains secret.
- Teamwork Emphasis: Success hinges on careful planning, teamwork, and a degree of luck.
Conclusion
For those who enjoy cooperative games with a strong thematic presence and require strategic teamwork, The Grizzled offers a challenging yet rewarding experience. It's particularly suited for players who appreciate a game that combines historical context with cooperative problem-solving.
Nominated for 9 awards and won 2.
- 2 - 5 Players
- 30 Minutes
- 14+ years old
- Easy to learn
We like The Grizzled so much that we recommend it in the following board game recommendation lists 2024
- Position 6 in All "À la carte🇩🇪 2017" game award winners & nominees in comparison
- Position 14 in All "Spiel des Jahres🇩🇪 2017" game award winners & nominees in comparison
- Position 7 in The Best Games from CMON Limited 🇸🇬🏢
- Position 8 in The best games where you have to move through a deck of cards 🃏
- Position 6 in The best World War I games ⚔️
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