Black Angel

Black Angel is a captivating space exploration game with a unique premise and beautiful artwork. I'm drawn to the theme of humanity's survival, relying on AI to navigate a millennia-long journey to a new home. The game mechanics are intricate, weaving together resource management, tile placement, and dice rolling in a way that feels both strategic and engaging. I really love the "scrolling world" mechanism with the space board - it creates a sense of urgency and dynamism as you move towards the end goal.

The game's complexity can be a double-edged sword. It provides depth and strategic choices, but can also lead to analysis paralysis, especially with higher player counts. The rulebook is well-written but does have some omissions, which can be frustrating when trying to understand certain nuances. I've found myself turning to online resources for clarification a few times.

Despite these minor drawbacks, Black Angel offers a stimulating experience. I find the player interaction to be satisfying, with indirect competition over resources and actions creating a tense but fair environment. The game has a high replayability due to the various tech tiles, space board setups, and card combinations. It's a game that encourages you to think strategically and plan ahead, leading to a satisfyingly crunchy gameplay experience.