Players work to efficiently manage their resources: building pathways; making sure to carry sufficient rations; and expanding their explorer's toolbox to help them explore, resupply, take additional actions, and score bonuses. Skillful planning will lead to a successful expedition as they travel their pathways to capture valuable relics.
And to quote Dunstan himself from a separate press release: "With Relic Runners you get to plan and anticipate an amazing turn, hoping to outrace your opponents towards your goal. This feeling, along with an ever-changing board and the many surprising combinations for players to discover, are the things I am most proud of in the game. It's a game where you definitely have to keep your eyes on what your opponents are doing!"
Days of Wonder plans to have an advance copy of Relic Runners, which carries a MSRP of $60/€50, available for play at its stand during Gen Con in August 2013. More details about the game then, if not earlier...