81

In Entropy, players take on the role of apprentices and advanced civilizations in a universal simulation, competing to create solar systems, shape planets, and seed them with life. Utilizing a rondel-style action selection system and deep eurogame mechanics, players race to fulfill personal and endgame missions.

81

The Verdict

based on 10 reviews

Positive 0%
Mixed 0%
Engaging conditional rondel action selection
Satisfying and powerful combo turns
Strong thematic integration with cosmic building
Visually impressive table presence
Deep strategic decision space
Steep learning and teaching curve
Lack of a proper box insert for storage
Occasional rule clarity issues
95
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Tantrum House, Kevin and Melissa DelpVideo

Tantrum House shares a comprehensive review of Entropy, highlighting its rewarding mechanics, satisfying action economy, and minor rule critiques.

90
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Board Gaming Ramblings, Board Gaming RamblingsVideo

This review explores the mechanics, components, pros, and cons of the euro game Entropy. It provides a structured evaluation of how players manipulate the universe to create solar systems and score points.

90
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ThinkerThemer, Amy & Maggie (ThinkerThemer)Video

ThinkerThemer explores the theme, mechanics, and overall gameplay experience of the board game Entropy, ultimately deciding whether it earns a spot on their shelf.

85
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Board Game AuthorityArticle

Entropy is a quick, engaging card game featuring hidden information, deduction, and stunning panoramic artwork. While it plays at two, it shines most at higher player counts as a fun filler.

80
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Specifically Solo, JaredVideo

The reviewer examines the component quality, core mechanisms, and solo mode performance of Entropy. They conclude that the automated solo system provides a tight, engaging challenge that successfully replicates the choices of the multiplayer game.

80
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Beastie Geeks, DavidArticle

Entropy is an ambitious eurogame that successfully combines rondel movement, engine building, tableau development, and resource management into a cohesive whole.

80
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Gameosity, Andrew FisherArticle

Entropy is a snappy, simultaneous set-collection and action-selection card game featuring gorgeous artwork and engaging mechanics that make gathering dimension fragments a fun, strategic race.

75
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What's Eric Playing?, EricArticle

Entropy is a fast-paced card game of simultaneous action selection and bluffing where players try to rebuild their fractured universe. It shines best at mid-tier player counts (3-5), striking a fun balance between strategy and chaotic clashes.

75
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Board Game Sanctuary, Board Game SanctuaryVideo

This video reviews the board game Entropy, highlighting how players take on the role of scientists building solar systems and shaping life within a space simulation. The reviewer outlines the pros, cons, and structural elements of the game before sharing final recommendations.

60
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Meeple Mountain, Justin BellArticle

Entropy is a functional yet underwhelming worker placement and tableau-building Eurogame from star designers. Despite a clean production and decent pacing at three players, it ultimately fails to deliver the innovative genius expected from its pedigree.

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