Planet B is a satirical science fiction strategy board game in which humanity abandons Earth and starts a new life on Planet B. Instead of learning from past mistakes, players take on the roles of corrupt governors who make shady deals, expand their influence, manipulate the media, and try to line their own pockets with money.
With a healthy dose of humor and satire, the game portrays political corruption in a futuristic colony. You build your city, influence the population, cooperate with corporations, support political factions, and compete for the position of president of the planet. The focus is not on the well-being of society, but on personal enrichment.
Planet B combines several popular Euro-style mechanics. Players place workers to perform actions. You construct buildings and develop your own engine (engine building), improving your abilities and income. Resource and money management allows for the efficient use of workforce and assets. Through elections and vote manipulation, you can become president and gain important advantages. One of the game's highlights is its highly original voting system, which often leads to surprising results. Action tiles are gradually removed during the game, causing the available actions to change from one playthrough to another and requiring players to adapt their strategies.
Planet B is an entertaining and clever strategy game for Eurogame enthusiasts who enjoy political intrigue, satire, and discovering the most profitable corrupt paths to victory. 🗳️🚀
