What do these ratings say about Sonar?

What kind of game is Sonar?

Sonar is a mechanics-first experience where clean rules and systems lead the table. Expect focused gameplay with less emphasis on story or theme.

How interactive is Sonar?

Sonar offers a balanced level of interaction where you still do your own thing, but opponent decisions matter. It creates shared tension without becoming overly confrontational.

What is the presentation of Sonar like?

Sonar 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 Sonar?

Sonar 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 Sonar to learn?

Sonar has moderate complexity, combining approachable core rules with enough depth to stay interesting. Most groups can learn it in a session and grow into stronger play over time.

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Sonar

Submarine teams navigate a grid, hunting and sinking each other using deduction and teamwork.

2017 • 2–4

Average rating: 3.68
Players: 2–4
Avg time: 50 min
Age: 10+

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Overview

Sonar is a real-time game of submarine warfare where two teams, each controlling a submarine, try to locate and sink the other. One player on each team acts as the Captain, directing the submarine's movement across a grid-based map. The other player serves as the Radio Operator, listening intently to the opposing team's commands to deduce their location.

Communication is key. Captains must strategically navigate their subs, while Radio Operators attempt to track their opponents, all without revealing their own positions. The first team to successfully locate and sink the enemy submarine wins, making teamwork and quick thinking essential.