Scythe – Strategy Board Game of Mechs, War, and Engine-Building

Rise from the Ashes. Command Your Faction. Shape the Future of Europa.

In an alternate-history 1920s Europa, the land is scarred from war, and the once-mighty Factory stands silent. The factions of the continent gather their strength, each vying for control over land, resources, and influence. Welcome to Scythe — a richly thematic engine-building strategy game where combat, economy, and political maneuvering collide.
Forge your path to victory with strategic precision and mechanical might.

As the leader of one of five asymmetric factions, you’ll deploy massive mechs, claim territory, enlist recruits, and develop your economic engine to outpace your rivals. With streamlined action selection and minimal randomness, Scythe puts you in control of your destiny from beginning to end — where every upgrade, every battle, and every decision matters.

Game Info

• Players: 1–5 (up to 7 with expansions)

• Ages: 14+

• Playing Time: 90–120 minutes

• Publisher: Stonemaier Games

• Designer: Jamey Stegmaier

• Setting: Alternate-history, dieselpunk Europa

• Genre: Engine-Building / Area Control / Strategy

Features

• Asymmetric factions with unique abilities, starting positions, and hidden objectives

• Streamlined action-selection system for fast-paced, low-downtime turns

• Deep engine-building mechanics that reward long-term planning

• Gorgeous art by Jakub Rozalski, blending rusted tech with war-torn pastoral landscapes

• Combat and expansion driven by strategy and resource management — not randomness

• Includes solo mode (Automa Factory) for single-player gameplay

Why You’ll Love It

Scythe is a modern strategy masterpiece that offers tight mechanics, rich asymmetry, and cinematic worldbuilding. Whether you pursue aggressive conquest, economic dominance, or careful expansion, no two games feel the same. With its polished systems and immersive visuals, it’s a must-have for serious gamers and strategy enthusiasts.
The Factory awaits. Will your faction rise… or fall in the shadow of giants?