51st State: Master Set
1–4 players • Ignacy Trzewiczek • 2016
- Designer
- Ignacy Trzewiczek
- Publisher
- Portal Games
- First published
- 2016
- Players
- 1–4 players
How it plays
51st State: Master Set plays 1–4 players.
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Released by Portal Games in 2016, 51st State: Master Set represents the culmination of the post-apocalyptic card game series originally launched in 2010. Designed by Ignacy Trzewiczek, this iteration was created to unify the core game and its numerous expansions into one cohesive, balanced experience. The setting draws inspiration from the Neuroshima tabletop universe, focusing on resource management and engine building in the ruins of the United States.
The design philosophy behind the Master Set emphasizes player interaction through the use of location cards that can be razed, negotiated with, or built upon. Trzewiczek aimed to streamline the ruleset of the original editions, providing clearer iconography and a more intuitive flow for tactical play. It was received as a definitive edition by the strategy gaming community, praised for its tight design and the high quality of its updated artwork.
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Who designed 51st State: Master Set?
51st State: Master Set was designed by Ignacy Trzewiczek. It's published by Portal Games. The catalog gives its publication year as 2016.
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