Objective of the Game
DDR-Reise (Journey through East Germany) is a board game set during the time of the German division. The objective of the game is to be the first to complete all tasks and challenges to successfully travel through the German Democratic Republic (GDR). Players must strategically move across the board, making the best use of situations to collect resources and overcome obstacles.
Game Materials
- A board with a map of the GDR, depicting various cities and attractions.
- Cards that present different events, obstacles, or advantages.
- Several game pieces to mark each player's position on the board.
- A die to determine movement of the game pieces.
Setup
- Each player selects a game piece and places it on the starting space.
- Shuffle the playing cards and place them within reach.
- Each player begins with a set amount of resources (e.g., money or fuel) as dictated by starting rules.
Game Play
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Player's Turn: On each turn, the player rolls the die and moves their piece along the board according to the number rolled.
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Event Spaces: If a player lands on an event space, they draw a card and follow its instructions. These can be positive (extra resources) or negative (resource loss, penalty turns).
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Special Spaces: Some spaces trigger special actions, like the "Stasi Space," where the player loses their ability to move freely until their next turn.
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Resource Management: Players must manage their resources effectively to handle unexpected challenges, such as tolls or supply costs.
Special Rules
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Trading: Players may trade resources with each other to overcome shortages.
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Alliances: Players can form temporary alliances to overcome specific obstacles together.
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Strategic Elements: Wise use of resources is key; sometimes it’s better to take a longer route that uses fewer resources.
End of the Game
The game ends when a player meets all their travel objectives and fulfills the conditions for the journey's end. This player is declared the winner.
Closing Remarks
DDR-Reise requires both strategic planning and flexibility in unexpected situations. Players who recognize the value of alliances and resource management gain a competitive edge.
