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Deep Space D-6

Game ID: GID0090072
Game Info
Year
2015
Players
1
Age
10+
Playtime
30 min
Collection
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Description

You are a Captain of the UEF! Your RPTR class starship was on routine patrol of the Auborne system when a distress call was received. Upon warping in you quickly realized it was a trap! With the help of your crew, you must survive until a rescue fleet appears.

Deep Space D-6 is a solitaire dice game about surviving the cruel depths of space. Each turn you’ll roll Crew dice and assign them to stations. You must plan carefully to take care of internal and external threats to your ship. Survive to win.

Description

You are a Captain of the UEF! Your RPTR class starship was on routine patrol of the Auborne system when a distress call was received. Upon warping in you quickly realized it was a trap! With the help of your crew, you must survive until a rescue fleet appears.

Deep Space D-6 is a solitaire dice game about surviving the cruel depths of space. Each turn you’ll roll Crew dice and assign them to stations. You must plan carefully to take care of internal and external threats to your ship. Survive to win.

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Video hXQZ3FIxN-o Sir Thecos Other at 26:48 sentiment: neutral
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Overall sentiment (raw)
neutral
Pros
none
Cons
  • in German for now. So, I will most likely not be able to bring you a bring you a v video for these games to the channel.
Thematic elements
  • space
Comparison games
none
Mechanics (from transcript analysis)
Mechanics unknown.
Video topics + discussion points
No key topics recorded for this video.
Quotes (from this video)
  • It looks really nice, really adorable.
  • This is like a trick taking game with like a little bit of prediction and like psychological stuff which is pretty cool.
  • This year's spiel was, as always, an amazing experience.
  • It's incredible how this fair brings people together, just like board gaming itself does.
  • I'm infinitely grateful for all of you.
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Video ceUc7CPu4rc Sir Thecos Unboxing at 2:52:13 sentiment: positive
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Overall sentiment (raw)
positive
Pros
  • Cool artwork
  • Well laid out
  • Funny wordplay
Cons
  • Potentially not released in English yet
Thematic elements
  • Delivering pizza before it gets cold
Comparison games
none
Mechanics (from transcript analysis)
  • cooperative play — The host describes the game as "cooperative" and mentions players trying to deliver pizza.
  • Set Collection — The host mentions "deliver pizza" as a goal, implying collecting or delivering specific sets.
  • Tableau Building — The host mentions building a "tableau" by placing "stuff down".
Video topics + discussion points
No key topics recorded for this video.
Quotes (from this video)
  • This is absolutely bonkers. I love it.
  • This is the best worst game I've ever played.
  • It's so chaotic and I love it.
  • This game really captures the vibe of metalheads.
  • It's got a really cool gothic vibe to it.
  • This map adds a lot of interesting strategic challenges.
  • You really have to think about your moves.
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Video 9dB_ZCbLqN0 One Stop Co-op Shop Top List at 1:13 sentiment: positive
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Overall sentiment (raw)
positive
Pros
  • fun, light dice placement
  • variety in ships
Cons
  • can feel repetitive over time
Thematic elements
  • Sci-fi, crew management
  • Spaceship interior; space battle
  • lighthearted, goofy in moments
Comparison games
none
Mechanics (from transcript analysis)
  • Dice Placement — Assign dice to ship stations to resolve actions.
Video topics + discussion points
No key topics recorded for this video.
Quotes (from this video)
  • this is just my opinion my list if your favorite game isn't on here it's more likely that I haven't played it
  • it's a solid tense game
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Video Kjx7vflkJNc 3 Minute Board Games Top List at 11:01 sentiment: positive
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Overall sentiment (raw)
positive
Pros
  • Solid travel game; robust despite small footprint.
Cons
  • Artwork and components are practical but not standout.
Thematic elements
  • Dice chucker, space exploration
  • Space exploration
Comparison games
none
Mechanics (from transcript analysis)
  • Dice Rolling — Roll dice to take actions in a compact space-sim style game.
Video topics + discussion points
No key topics recorded for this video.
Quotes (from this video)
  • why Jared would you want to play marrying Mr Darcy this is not really your kind of game
  • it's Kathy's favorite game
  • Sushi Go over Sushi Go Party because of its portability factor
  • the road trip's full of zombies
  • this is a game about the story so one person can read the clues aloud and everyone else can sort of chip in
  • Cooperative game and this is the main difference here
  • Mission Deep Sea or the original crew I prefer Mission Deep Sea
  • Hostage Negotiator is my favorite portable game
  • it's absolutely gorgeous
  • A lot of people know the fundamental basics of what makes the crew tick
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Video XfpL8vNVAgE AzureDeath | Solo Board Gaming Top List at 31:34 sentiment: positive
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Overall sentiment (raw)
positive
Pros
  • simple to learn
  • compact and solo-focused
Cons
  • publisher going out of business may affect availability
Thematic elements
  • dice allocation and ship threats
  • space opera with ship management
  • procedural encounter-based
Comparison games
  • Faster Than Light
Mechanics (from transcript analysis)
  • Dice allocation — roll and assign dice to resolve threats and ship actions
  • threat deck progression — draw threats and escalate danger as play continues
Video topics + discussion points
No key topics recorded for this video.
Quotes (from this video)
  • Desolate is still my number one.
  • This is a solo only game. No multiplayer with solo mode.
  • There’s no better choice than Mike Lambo's solitary war game books.
  • Jump Drive is a tableau building in its purest form.
  • Cartographers, one of the best games in the verb and write genre.
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