Launched by Gamelyn Games on Kickstarter and already at a whopping $340,000+ of funding, the 'Tiny Epic Western' board game promises epic fun in a compact design. The card-based game enables players to partake in a 30-minute round with one to four players, which helps it appeal to a variety of different players.
Incorporating elements of classic poker, settlement games and investment principles, the 'Tiny Epic Western' board game enables players to partake in a round without having to clear their schedule. The fun, interactive gameplay invites players to a world akin to the old west where poker, settlement and duels reign supreme.
The 'Tiny Epic Western' Kickstarter campaign enables supporters to choose from a wide variety of options ranging from the print and download option, to deluxe editions.
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The 'Tiny Epic Western' Board Game Can be Played by One to Four Players
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