A downloadable game
The subway runs below the city; no map binds it and what happens in its hallways is never completely coherent.
Each station is unique and a source of unexpected adventures.
Each passenger, when met, turns out to be someone amazing.
Sometimes, people leave the subway, bringing the memories and dreams of their stories with them…
· A setting for games such asItras By,Troika orElectric Bastionland
· A standalone game with its own system which requires a GM and 3 to 5 players, and can be played as a 2-hour one-shot adventure or as a longer campaign
· A beautifully laid-out, double-sided, imaginary subway map you could proudly display in your living room
You'll like this game if you enjoy atypical situations, whimsical adventures and thinking on your feet!
The 90 x 60cm mapincludes:
· Random lists in the form of subway lines, with dozens to hundreds of stations to generate characters and weird adventure seeds
· A game system based on the interpretation of one-word symbols, to introduce chance in your games rather than deciding whether actions succeed or fail
· Advice on how to run the game, how to add your own content to it and how to insert it in your favorite setting
You can getan idea of what it looks like to run a game ofMeanwhile, in the subway by having a look at the following generators forpassengers andsubway stations.
The game was itchfunded in November 2021 and, thanks to 103 generous backers, received a complete do over by the wonderfulNicolas Folliot!
MitS revels in immensity, reminiscent of the FFX sphere grid, which felt encompassing and inescapable. The act of reading it is kinetic. The quippy prompts sprawl out but intertwine, making generation as simple as finding your own spot on the map and staking your claim.
Everything about this game is seriously impressive and wonderful.
WHAT YOU CAN BUY
Buyingthe digital version of the gamegives you access to:
· A PNG version of the game, so you can use it with Miro, roll20 or any other virtual tabletop
· Two PDF versions of the game: one to be displayed on your computer screen, and a DIY version, so you can print the game at home on A4 sheets and assemble them by yourself
· Character sheets that are both printable and fillable
Buyingthe print version of the game gives you access to:
· All of the above
· A 90 by 60 cm map, double-sided and in full color, printed on a 100gsm coated paper with a matte finish, 8 zig zag folds and 3 cross folds
The map is proudly printed in France and will be shippedanywhere in the world (shipping fees are included in the price). Expect a 2-4 week delivery period; the game will be sent in an untracked package.
CONNECTIONS
Meanwhile, in the Subwayis also available in the following shops:
Status | Released |
Category | Physical game |
Rating | Rated 5.0 out of 5 stars (49 total ratings) |
Authors | Côme Martin,Nicolas Folliot |
Genre | Role Playing |
Tags | electric-bastionland,itras-by,sidequest2021,subway,Surreal,Troika |
Average session | A few seconds |
Languages | English |
In order to download this game you must purchase it at or above the minimum price of $13 USD. You will get access to the following files:
Support this game at or above a special price point to receive something exclusive.
Includes:
· Access to all the game's digital files
· A 90 by 60 cm map, double-sided and in full color, printed on a 100gsm coated paper with a matte finish, 8 zig zag folds and 3 cross folds. Sent anywhere in the world;shipping included.
Includes:
· Access to all the game's digital files·
A 90 by 60 cm map, double-sided and in full color, printed on a 100gsm coated paper with a matte finish, 8 zig zag folds and 3 cross folds. The map is slightly bent or some little corner has been torn, depending on the cases.
Sent anywhere in the world;shipping included.
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This game takes the form of a two-sided subway map. It’s amazingly large, the Physical copy will cover a cafe table. Moving through the subway system frames your approach to play. For anyone who has ever been on a subway or train, and felt the weird liminal space between stops you will find this structure of play engaging. This game is definitely a work of art and one that pushes the boundaries of the form. And surprisingly, it’s also very playable.
Lovely game. I wrote a full review of it here: https://nerves.games/2022/06/02/meanwhile-in-the-subway-is-a-poster-with-a-big-p...
An amazing game where you can meet the stangest people while they travel in the same subway than you, going completely elsewhere <3
Du coup en français on pourrait dire que c'est un jeu incroyable où tu peux rencontrer les gens les plus chelous qui voyagent avec toi dans le métro alors qu'ils vont pas du tout au même endroit que toi avec un petit coeur fait d'un chevron et d'un trois à la fin (et en français on s'en fout de la ponctuation de toute évidence)
"Pire jeu stratégique auquel j'ai jamais joué ! La règle concernant les déflagrations est littéralement IN-COM-PRE... hum pardon ? Ha ! Ha mais oui ! Je me disais aussi, autant pour moi !" - Félicia Mirette
"Une explosion de bonnes idées, une foire à la situation cocasse mêlées à un chaos de surréalisme vertigineux. Voilà ce qu'on trouve dans le Métropolitain. Une expérience effroyable si vous voulez mon avis." - Marton Latrouille
"Jeu neu parl pa le françay, déssolay" - George Clooney