The Networks (Kickstarter Special)

Board Game Geek Rating: 6.80. Board Game Geek Avg Player Rating: 7.29. Playable by 1 to 5 players and published in 2016. This is the Kickstarter Edition of The Networks Board Game, usually not available in retail stores. Note: paid add - ons from the Kickstarter Campaign are not included unless stated otherwise. In The Networks, you and your opponents become new TV networks in need of fresh programming. You'll require Shows, Stars, and Ads. Shows rely on Stars and Ads. Stars bring bonus viewers (points), and Ads earn you extra cash. With limited resources and time, you must snag the latest hot shows before your rivals. Some Stars perform best under specific conditions. For example, certain Stars prefer dramas, while others want to be the sole Star on a show. Ads yield the most money when placed in the right time slot. Shows age, and viewer interest wanes, so you need to keep your lineup fresh by canceling shows and sending them into reruns. You can still gain viewers from reruns and earn bonuses for having multiple shows of the same genre. Network Cards offer special powers, but you'll have to decide if they're better than other actions. The player with the most viewers after five seasons wins! At TheGameSteward, we're excited to support campaigns and offer games like The Networks Kickstarter Game for online purchase. A significant portion of your spending on The Networks will go towards backing amazing new games on Kickstarter. If you have questions about buying The Networks (Kickstarter Special Edition) online or need game advice, contact The Game Steward.

How to play: First, gather 1 to 5 players. Each of you becomes a new TV network. You start with limited resources and time. Look for Shows, Stars, and Ads to build your programming lineup. Stars give you bonus viewers and Ads give you extra money. Make sure to place Stars under the right conditions and Ads in the correct time slots to get the most out of them. As shows age, cancel some and send them into reruns to keep your lineup fresh. You can still get viewers from reruns. Network Cards can give you special powers, but think carefully before using them. The game lasts for five seasons, and the player with the most viewers at the end wins. Note: This is a Kickstarter Edition, usually not sold in retail stores. Paid add - ons from the Kickstarter Campaign are not included unless stated otherwise. Maintenance: Keep the game components in a dry and clean place to prevent damage. If you have any purchase or gameplay questions, contact The Game Steward.