Submachine
Abstract Strategy · Card Game

Submachine

Submachine is a competitive card game. Gameplay consists of building a maze of rooms with other players. The goal is to be the first to play all cards from your hand.

1–4 players40 minages 14light difficulty
About the game

What is Submachine

Submachine is a competitive card game. Gameplay consists of building a maze of rooms with other players. The goal is to be the first to play all cards from your hand.

It's based on the video game series of the same name. This puzzle and adventure series, created over a 10-year span from 2005 to 2015 has captivated the imagination of millions of players. It was brought to the big leagues with a complete remaster released on Steam in 2023.

One of the players takes on the role of the dealer. The deck is shuffled and each player gets dealt 9 cards.

The first player after the dealer places one room card on the table. This card initiates the rooms grid shared by all players. If the first player doesn't have a room card - the next player with a room card starts the grid.

Specs

Game details

Players
1–4
Age
+14
Duration
40 min
Difficulty
Light
Type
Board game
Year
2025
Mechanics
Chaining · Connections · Tile Placement
Categories
Abstract Strategy · Card Game · Maze
Designer
Mateusz Skutnik
Publisher
(Self-Published)
Images

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Everything about Submachine

How many players is Submachine for?

Submachine plays with 1–4 players.

How long does a game take?

A game takes about 40 minutes.

What age is it suitable for?

It is recommended from age 14.

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