Shackleton Base: A Journey to the Moon

Build a lunar base. Real science, real strategy.

πŸ‘₯ 1–4 players⏱ approx. 120 minπŸͺ„ Takes some learning14+
🧩 Solo modeβ˜… 7.0 Β· BGG #494

Who it's for

Heavy euro fans who want a space theme grounded in real science.

Not for you if…

You want lighter fare or find complex worker placement overwhelming.

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Vibe's take

Heavy, thematic, scientifically grounded.

About this game

Build a lunar base at the Moon's south pole. Shackleton Base is a heavy euro where you manage space agencies constructing modules, deploying astronauts, and racing to expand your presence in the Shackleton crater. Worker placement with asymmetric agencies, real science themes, and a complexity level that rewards long-term planning.

Moon ThemeWorker PlacementSolo Mode

Get it

from €110

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By the numbers

Players

Best at 3–4 playersWorks with 2–4

Duration

60–120 min

Ages 14+

Complexity

3.9 / 5 β€” Heavy

BGG Rating

7.0/10

Rank #494

3.6k ratings

Published

2024

Language

Some text

Designed by

Nestore Mangone, Fabio Lopiano

Published by

Galakta, 4GAMES, Engames, Pandasaurus Games, YOKA Games, Happy Baobab, Giant Roc, Hachette Boardgames UK, Ghenos Games, Sorry We Are French, Arrakis Games

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