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This game is based on the original Die Hard movie from 1988, and as you might expect, it's a one-vs-many design for 2-4 players in which John McClane faces off against a group of armed individuals in a skyscraper. A summary of the gameplay from the publisher:
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Die Hard: The Nakatomi Heist Board Game uses one-versus-many, asymmetric gameplay to pit protagonist John McClane against others acting as thieves who are co-operating to foil the hero's plan, which is to save the hostages in the iconic Nakatomi Plaza high-rise. Movie buffs and hobby game enthusiasts will appreciate the game's distinct homage to the 1988 film, which packs rules and gameplay to the air vents with callbacks to Die Hard's most memorable scenes, characters, and events.
The game follows a three-act structure similar to the movie itself, and we'll publish an overview video of the gameplay that we recorded at GAMA Trade Show 2019 once the embargo on that item ends. For now, I'll leave you with this example from the press release of why movie executives aren't necessarily the best people to quote when trying to get players excited about a game announcement:Quote:
Federico San Martin, Vice President of Global Toys and Hardlines, 20th Century Fox Consumer Products added: "The Die Hard board game from USAopoly provides an engaging touch point for fans seeking a nostalgic trip back to Nakatomi Tower and, three decades after the film's release, allows a new generation of fans to play a unique game experience showcasing this incredible property."
Update, March 19: Player count adjusted to 2-4 instead of 3-8 following a correction from the publisher; the box image now shows a playing time of 60-90 minutes instead of 20 minutes.
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