Single: A Strategic board game experience

Game Overview

Single is a 2-4 player board game combining strategy and resource management. Players compete to build the longest continuous path on a hexagonal grid while managing limited resources.

Core Features

• Dynamic Board Generation: Unique grid layout each game
• Resource Triangle System: Three resource types (Wood, Stone, Metal)
• Advanced pathfinding algorithm for optimal route planning

Gameplay Mechanics

Strategy Guide

Key Tips:

• Balance resource collection with path expansion
• Monitor opponents' resource reserves
• Use metal resources for premium tile placement

Target Audience

Single suits players aged 12+ with interests in:

• Complex strategy games
• Resource management simulations
• Abstract board game mechanics

Required Equipment

• Base board (22cm x 22cm)
• 120 hexagonal tiles
• Resource tokens (wood: brown, stone: gray, metal: silver)
• Player aids (color-coded markers)

Game Development

Single was conceptualized by Game Designer Dr. Elaine Carter and developed through 18 iterations with academic collaboration from MIT Game Lab. The final prototype was playtested with 500+ participants across 3 continents.