Sky Team (Board Game)
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| Designer(s) | Luc Rémond |
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| Illustrator(s) | Eric Hibbeler, Adrien Rives |
| Publisher(s) | Scorpion Masqué
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| Publication date | 2023 |
| Genre(s) | Family, Thematic, Aviation/Flight |
| Players | 2 |
| Playing time | ~15 minutes |
| Skill(s) required |
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"Sky Team" is a cooperative board game for two players, where participants act as pilot and co-pilot to safely land an airplane. Designed by Luc Rémond and published by Scorpion Masqué in 2023, the game has received praise for its immersive gameplay and thematic design.[1][2][3][4]
Gameplay[edit]
In "Sky Team," players work together as a pilot and co-pilot to navigate a commercial airliner through various landing scenarios. The game requires silent coordination to allocate dice effectively, simulating the management of an aircraft's axis, speed, flaps, landing gear, and communication with the control tower. The objective is to land the plane safely at different airports, each presenting unique challenges. The game ends in failure if the plane stalls, overshoots, or collides.[1]
Reception[edit]
- BGG Rank: 224 Overall, 37 in Thematic, 23 in Family[1]
- Ratings: 8.2/10 on BoardGameGeek[1]
- Complexity: 2.06/5[1]
Development and Publication[edit]
Luc Rémond, known for his creative game designs, developed "Sky Team" to provide a thrilling yet manageable flight experience. Scorpion Masqué, a Quebecois publisher, has a history of producing engaging and innovative games, further solidifying its reputation with this release. The game debuted in 2023 and has been featured at major gaming conventions such as Essen SPIEL and Gen Con.[1][2]
Critical Reception[edit]
The game is celebrated for its engaging co-operative gameplay, where players must trust and rely on each other to navigate the intricacies of flight and landing, providing an intense and immersive experience.[3]
"Sky Team" garnered significant attention and praise during its showcase at Gen Con 2023, as reported by Polygon. The game was highlighted for its originality, engaging mechanics, and successful integration of a real-world flight experience into the board game format. It was described as one of the best board games of the year, underlining its strong impression on attendees and critics alike.[5]
References[edit]
- ↑ 1.0 1.1 1.2 1.3 1.4 1.5 "Sky Team". BoardGameGeek. Retrieved 2024-03-29.
- ↑ 2.0 2.1 "Sky Team Press Release". login.microsoftonline.com. Retrieved 2024-03-29.
- ↑ 3.0 3.1 Playing?, What's Eric (2024-02-12). "Sky Team". What's Eric Playing?. Retrieved 2024-03-29.
- ↑ "Play Sky Team online from your browser". Board Game Arena. Retrieved 2024-03-29.
- ↑ Theel, Charlie (2023-08-08). "Sky Team board game sticks the landing at this year's Gen Con". Polygon. Retrieved 2024-03-29.
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