Desert Nomads
3-5 players60-90 minutesMedium to Hard

Desert Nomads

Trading in the Red Center

Trading and survival game set in the vast Australian interior, where resources are scarce and alliances are everything.

Origin Story

Created during a road trip across the Nullarbor Plain, inspired by the vastness and resilience of desert travelers. The endless horizon and harsh beauty of the outback informed every mechanic, emphasizing resource management and social dynamics.

How to Play

Overview

Trade goods with other nomads while managing precious water and supplies.

Setup

Players place their nomad tokens at different desert camps. Resource cards are distributed, with water being the most precious commodity.

Gameplay

1

Move between desert camps and trading posts

2

Trade goods with other players to fulfill contracts

3

Navigate sandstorm events that deplete resources

4

Form temporary alliances for mutual survival

Winning

The player with the most successful trading routes when resources deplete wins. Balance cooperation and competition to thrive in the harsh desert.

Game Components

1 Desert Map Board
4 Nomad Tokens
80 Resource Cards
30 Contract Cards
20 Sandstorm Tokens
50 Trade Coins
4 Water Trackers