Dead of Winter: The Long Night
2016
Design7.0/10
Interaction9.0/10
Artistry5.0/10
Strategy6.0/10
Complexity7.0/10

What do these ratings say about Dead of Winter: The Long Night?

What kind of game is Dead of Winter: The Long Night?

Dead of Winter: The Long Night leans heavily into theme and atmosphere, so the setting is a core part of why people enjoy it.

How interactive is Dead of Winter: The Long Night?

Dead of Winter: The Long Night features meaningful player interaction, with decisions that regularly affect the rest of the table. Competition, and table awareness are important throughout the game.

What is the presentation of Dead of Winter: The Long Night like?

Dead of Winter: The Long Night has a polished look that supports gameplay without overpowering it. Expect a pleasant table presence with artwork that complements the game flow.

How strategic is Dead of Winter: The Long Night?

Dead of Winter: The Long Night sits in a middle lane where planning matters, but you can still adapt on the fly. It offers strategic decisions without demanding exhaustive optimization every turn.

How hard is Dead of Winter: The Long Night to learn?

Dead of Winter: The Long Night is a more complex title that can take time to fully absorb. It is usually best for players comfortable tracking layered rules and multi-step decisions.

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Dead of Winter: The Long Night

Cooperate to survive zombies and crises, but hidden goals breed mistrust and betrayal.
2016 • 2–5

Player info

Average rating
4.02
Players
2–5
Avg time
120 min
Age
14+

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Overview

Dead of Winter: The Long Night puts you in the roles of survivors in a small, weakened colony trying to survive the harsh winter and fend off both the undead and internal crises. Each player leads a group of survivors with unique abilities and must contribute to the colony's common goal while also pursuing their own secret objective. This often creates tension and difficult decisions, as helping the colony might hinder your personal goals, and vice versa.

The game revolves around managing resources, scavenging for supplies, and defending the colony against zombie attacks. A unique crossroads system triggers events based on player actions, forcing tough choices and creating unexpected twists. Betrayal is also a possibility, as one player might be secretly working against the colony, adding a layer of paranoia and social deduction to the desperate struggle for survival.

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  • Plaid Hat Games
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