{"product_id":"stonemaier-games-vantage-cooperative-planet-exploration-board-game","title":"Stonemaier Games Vantage — Cooperative Planet Exploration Board Game","description":"\u003ch2\u003eDiscover Vantage: A planetary cooperative exploration experience\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStonemaier Games presents Vantage by Jamey Stegmaier, a first‑person, location‑based exploration game set on an entire planet. Players experience a stunning sense of scale as they navigate diverse biomes, from towering ridges to misty plains, while staying connected to teammates who are miles away. The game draws inspiration from open‑world design and emphasizes a roguelike vibe: each session starts fresh, with a new mission and a different landing site, yet the rules and possibilities remain consistent for repeatable, exciting play.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVantage is not a campaign. Each game begins with an escape pod crash landing you at a new location, and every location card offers purposeful choices that push your group toward discovery. There is no doom loop of failed actions at a location; instead you choose from seven action options at each site and face costs that reveal themselves as you decide. Teammates can lend a hand to share costs or open new paths, creating a true cooperative dynamic.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat you can do at each location\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003emove\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003elook\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eengage\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ehelp\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003etake\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eoverpower\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eleave\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith more than 800 interconnected locations and over 900 discoverable cards, Vantage offers a sandbox feel where new discoveries unfold every game. Each location carries six distinct actions, so returning to a site later yields new interactions and outcomes. The game rewards curiosity and careful planning, not luck alone.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy Vantage stands out\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExploration driven by a first‑person perspective keeps you tightly in the moment.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIndependent art direction and richly designed locations create a strong sense of place.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRemote play lets players connect by voice and share the journey across distances.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStandalone, self contained with no expansions required, yet full of replay value.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe visuals are crafted by a team of artists including Valentina Filic, Sören Meding, and Emilien Rotival, bringing vivid planetscapes to life. Setup is quick, with about two minutes to unfold the components, and sessions typically run 120 to 180 minutes. The game is designed for 1-5 players, making it suitable for couples, families, and groups alike. For ages 14 and up, Vantage offers a compelling single player challenge as well as rich multiplayer experiences.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn addition, Vantage supports remote and solo play without needing a campaign mindset. A few essential accessories like metal coins can enhance the tactile feel, but the core experience is the planet itself—vast, inviting, and ready for your story to unfold.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"product-faq-snippet\"\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-q\"\u003eQ: What is Vantage by Stonemaier Games?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-a\"\u003eA: A cooperative roguelike exploration game where players view their own location from a first-person perspective and cooperate across distances.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-q\"\u003eQ: How long does a session typically last and how many players?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-a\"\u003eA: Sessions run 120-180 minutes for 1-5 players, with about two minutes to set up.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e","brand":"Stonemaier Games","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56929195557246,"sku":"B0FH6NDNMB","price":133.89,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0987\/1317\/4398\/files\/stonemaier-vantage-planet-map.jpg?v=1771190420","url":"https:\/\/playvia.co.uk\/products\/stonemaier-games-vantage-cooperative-planet-exploration-board-game","provider":"Playvia | Best-Selling Toys, Games \u0026 Learning in the UK","version":"1.0","type":"link"}