Board Game Geek Rating: 5.53. Board Game Geek Avg Player Rating: 7.24. This game is for 2 to 4 players and was published in 2020. It's the Retail Edition of Zoned Out Core Game, including only the Core Game. Note that paid add - ons from the Kickstarter Campaign are not included unless stated otherwise. In Zoned Out, you become a developer building a thriving metropolis from scratch. Watch the city expand upwards and outwards as you and other planners construct residential, commercial, and industrial buildings from downtown to meet citizens' needs. Transform parking lots and abandoned buildings into parks and museums, and ensure there are offices in the prestigious skyscrapers at the heart of the metropolis. This light strategy game by Keith Rentz offers a unique and beautiful gaming experience. To win, use the right mix of residential, commercial, and industrial development along with downtown construction for the most points. On your turn, pick a square city card from your hand and add it to the city, overlapping at least one existing square. Then move your planner to one of the four squares of the new card. Leaving a zone scores points based on its size, with bonuses for connected parks and mansions and penalties for connected parking lots and abandoned houses. Building downtown towers also earns points at the game's end. Mastering Zoned Out requires good timing and smart card placement. In the advanced mode, players compete for points from various public and private city objectives. We're happy to support campaigns to bring you games like Zoned Out. A significant percentage of your spending on this game will go towards backing new Kickstarter games. If you have purchase questions or need game advice, contact The Game Steward.
Using the game: First, understand that you play as a developer. At the start of your turn, pick a square city card from your hand. Place it on the city board, making sure it overlaps at least one existing square. After placing the card, move your planner to one of the four squares of the new card. If you leave a zone, you'll score points based on the zone's size. Remember, connected parks and mansions give you bonuses, while connected parking lots and abandoned houses lead to penalties. Also, contributing to the downtown towers helps you earn points at the end of the game. In the advanced mode, try to meet different public and private objectives for extra points. Note: This is the Retail Edition, so it only includes the Core Game. Unless stated otherwise, paid add - ons from the Kickstarter Campaign are not part of this package. Maintenance: Keep the game in a dry and cool place to prevent damage to the cards and components. If the cards get dirty, you can gently wipe them with a soft, dry cloth.
