First, I want to say this is a clever and thought-out game. Amber is always very thorough with game rules and mechanics, and tying her abilities into something she is passionate about, like sustainability.
1.) What was most the frustrating moment or aspect?
I kept trying to guess what the deceased and the family wanted incorrectly in terms of burial type and I lost all my hearts mid-game. I did still end up winning the game somehow, but feeling like you have no chance to win is always not a great feeling.
2.) What was your favorite moment or aspect?
I loved the similarities in the game tiles being like Takenoko with the hexagonal tiles, and my favorite aspect was having to try and match with how the deceased and family wanted to be buried. Having a luck factor, along with trying to determine needs based on the few words stated on the cards was very enjoyable.
3.) Was there anything you wanted to do but couldn’t?
In terms of gameplay, I wouldn’t say there was anything in particular, but for organization, I wish there was a way to place the deceased cards into the tiles without having to put them in big piles as only a certain amount can fit in each plot.
4.) If you had a magic wand to wave, and could change, add, or remove anything from the experience, what would it be?
After the gameplay, we discussed that it would be interesting to have another card pile that included ways people have died, that way it changed the desires of the deceased a bit, like if they passed in a fire, they likely wouldn’t want to be cremated.
5.) What should be improved for the next version?
I’ve always been a big fan of Amber’s art so I’m excited to see what style she decides to take the game. And as I said above, adding new cards like we discussed would be cool!
6.) What is the games message?
“Green Disposition”
7.) Describe the game in three words
Sustainability, Macabre, Desires
Thank you Amber for letting me playtest your game! I’m excited to see where it goes!
Thanks for your feedback! I definitely agree that the tiles need some improvement, especially with how the cards are just placed onto the tiles. I was thinking of adding something that also marked the tiles when they reach max capacity to help keep it more organized.