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There may have been a time when digital video games were at odds with the analog nature of tabletop games. But now, the two hobbies can very much live in harmony thanks to the growing number of board games based on popular video games.
Fallout
For fans who would like a taste of the Wasteland without having to invest hundreds of hours at a console, the board game version of Fallout is the perfect way to get your fix.
Fallout is set in a post-apocalyptic America, and players will take control of survivors battling against mutants, raiders, and radiation. Turns consist of taking two of six actions: explore, move, encounter, quest, camp, and fight. Encounters with enemies will trigger fights in which you roll dice to determine damage for your survivor and the enemy.
Some areas on the Wasteland hexes contain radiated zones that players will have to be cautious of as they explore. There’s also a shop feature where players can pick up essential items and sell extras from…
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