Circadians: Chaos Order
- Players
- 2-5
- Best withThe player count this game plays best at.
- 4 players
- Play timeHow long a full game runs once everyone knows the rules.
- 240 min
- AgeThe minimum age printed by the publisher.
- 12+
- ComplexityHow demanding the rules are, from 1 (very light) to 5 (very heavy).
- 3.9 / 5
- Year
- 2022
About the game
Circadians: Chaos Order is a heavy science-fiction wargame in which up to five players lead asymmetric alien factions fighting over six massive, energy-pulsing relic structures. Each faction has unique leaders, attribute cards, and its own path to victory, layered over area-majority conflict, drafting, and movement across a grid map. With a four-hour playtime and dense rules, it's built for players who want an immersive, long-form strategic showdown. The evocative lore of the Oxataya and the Great Return frames a rich, high-stakes campaign of territorial control.
Hobbli's Notes
This is a big, ambitious wargame for a dedicated table: expect a long teach and a longer play, but the asymmetric factions offer real strategic variety for those willing to invest the time.
What we like
- Asymmetric factions give each player a genuinely distinct strategy.
- Deep area-majority and card-play systems reward long-term planning.
- Strong science-fiction theme and lore woven throughout play.
- High replayability from variable factions and setups.
Keep in mind
- Very long four-hour playtime is a significant commitment.
- High complexity and rules overhead make it a tough sell for casual groups.
- Long downtime between turns in larger player counts.
- Steep learning curve for new players.
Who it's for
Experienced heavy-game enthusiasts, 2 to 5 players, comfortable with long sessions and complex rules.
