Understanding "Events" in Board Games
The "Events" mechanic in board games refers to occurrences that usually change the state of the game unexpectedly. They can take various forms: from cards that players draw to triggered actions when certain conditions are met.
Purpose of Event Mechanics
Events add a layer of unpredictability and can:
- Influence strategy
- Introduce new challenges
- Enhance thematic immersion
How Events Work
Typically, events are:
- Random: Drawn from a deck or determined by dice.
- Conditional: Activating when specific scenarios occur.
They can affect:
- Individual players
- All players
- The game board itself
Impact on Game Play
The incorporation of events can:
- Shift player tactics
- Alter game balance
- Create dynamic story elements
Events and Set Collection games
Events games published by Maldito Games
Events games published by Hobby Japan
Events and Action / Event games
Cooperative Game with Events
Events and Campaign / Battle Card Driven games
Events and Bluffing games
Humor themed games with Events
Events and Once-Per-Game Abilities games
Animals themed games with Events
Events games published by Pixie Games
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Events and Deck, Bag, and Pool Building games
Events and Turn Order: Claim Action games
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Events games illustrated by Sean Cooke
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Two-player Game with Events
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