Have you ever wondered what it would be like to travel back in time to another dimension? Ever thought about an alternate universe where things were similar but not quite the same? Well that’s certainly not this game! However, that doesn’t mean Dimension isn’t packed with intensity and chaotic hecticness! Especially when looking things over with (optional) time running out!
Dimension is a fast-paced puzzle game for 2-4 players but can be played solo if aiming to beat your previous scores. The jist of the game is to stack colorful spherical components onto a tray to form a 3-layered structure while following the conditions of six task cards that are drawn and within the hourglass time limit (60 seconds).
Plenty of the fun is trying to logic out your architectural masterpiece while simultaneously trying not to disobey the rules of the cards. Sometimes it can’t be helped especially when under a time crunch so points will be taken away. What is interesting however, is that there is no exact solution in many cases. Your amazing orb building could look completely different from your opponents’ rainbow-colored tent.
Another interesting thing to point out is that you don’t necessarily have to build a complete structure to fulfill all the tasks. Granted, your points won’t be as maximized but if your brain is turning to mush and the only solution you can see in order to appease the dimension card gods is to not build that last layer, then by all means you can absolutely do that!
Upon playing this solo and with one other person, I enjoyed my time with Dimension. It was frantic and amusing but I can see most people who don’t enjoy racing against the clock probably wouldn’t enjoy this title. However, as with all board games, you can house-rule it so that the timer extends or you can simply opt out of having a timed challenge completely and focus on giving bonus points to the person who finished first or whatever your spherical heart desires.
This is a game I would absolutely come back to and am excited to play with additional people! Dimension is definitely a keeper. The components are lovely and the gameplay is sound. I only wish there were more card requirements, optional bigger layout trays and official ways to adjust difficulty.
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Final Verdict: 8/10 (Great)
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Written by: Aidalee P.
Approved by: Vincent P.
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Editor’s note: Specific rules and gameplay can be found in the below video: