Sleeping Gods

Sleeping Gods

AdventureExplorationFantasyFighting
Players
1-4
Best withThe player count this game plays best at.
2 players
Play timeHow long a full game runs once everyone knows the rules.
1200 min
AgeThe minimum age printed by the publisher.
13+
ComplexityHow demanding the rules are, from 1 (very light) to 5 (very heavy).
3.3 / 5
Year
2021

About the game

Sleeping Gods is a sprawling campaign adventure game in which a shipwrecked crew explores a mysterious world in search of ancient totems that can send them home. Playing out like an atlas-driven storybook, the game unfolds across map pages, narrative event cards, and push-your-luck challenge resolution as players sail, trade, and battle their way through exotic locations. Sessions can be as short or long as desired, with progress tracked on a journey log so groups can pick up exactly where they left off. It's a cooperative exploration and storytelling game for 1-4 players built around a vast, open-ended campaign.

Hobbli's Notes

Sleeping Gods is beloved for its sense of open discovery: the atlas structure and narrative choices make every campaign feel like a personal storybook rather than a fixed script. Its flexible session length and easy player swapping make it unusually accommodating for groups with inconsistent schedules.

What we like

  • Flexible, open-ended campaign structure accommodates any session length.
  • Rich narrative choices make each playthrough feel personal and distinct.
  • Easy to swap players in and out between sessions.
  • Strong solo mode alongside full cooperative play.

Keep in mind

  • Very long total campaign playtime requires sustained group commitment.
  • Narrative-driven design may feel light on strategic depth for hardcore euro fans.
  • Physical atlas and component management require careful organization between sessions.

Who it's for

Great for cooperative gamers and story lovers aged 10+ who enjoy exploration and narrative choice; flexible for 1-4 players and easy to pick up and put down.

Mechanics

Action PointsCooperative GameEventsHand ManagementNarrative Choice / ParagraphPush Your LuckScenario / Mission / Campaign GameSolo / Solitaire GameStorytelling

Games similar to Sleeping Gods