Faraway
- Players
- 2-6
- Best withThe player count this game plays best at.
- 3 players
- Play timeHow long a full game runs once everyone knows the rules.
- 30 min
- AgeThe minimum age printed by the publisher.
- 10+
- ComplexityHow demanding the rules are, from 1 (very light) to 5 (very heavy).
- 1.9 / 5
- Year
- 2023
About the game
Faraway is a quick card-drafting game of exploring the shifting continent of Alula. Each turn you play a card from your hand of three into a growing row, then draft a replacement from a shared river. At the end of the game you score your cards in reverse order, meaning early plays set up conditions that your later cards must fulfill. Simultaneous card selection adds a clever priority twist: being last to choose leaves you with the leftovers. It's a fast, elegant game with a satisfying planning puzzle underneath simple rules.
Hobbli's Notes
Faraway's backwards-scoring twist is genuinely clever and gives the game a distinct puzzle feel compared to other drafting games. Games move quickly, and the simultaneous drafting keeps everyone engaged rather than waiting around. It rewards a couple of plays before the combos click into place. A nice light-to-medium option for groups who want something a bit more novel than a typical drafting game.
What we like
- Clever reverse-order scoring creates a fresh planning puzzle.
- Fast setup and quick turns keep the pace brisk.
- Attractive art and light fantasy exploration theme.
- Scales smoothly across a wide range of player counts.
Keep in mind
- Simultaneous drafting can feel harsh when you're last to pick.
- New players may need a game or two to spot strong combos.
- Available cards in the river are partly down to luck.
Who it's for
Good for casual to intermediate gamers aged 10+, playing in groups of 2-6 who enjoy quick tableau and drafting games.
