While Shem Phillips is the figurehead of Garphill Games, his co-authors SJ Macdonald and Zach Smith are actively working on a project: The Great Sea .
Announced as the publisher’s next major expert-level game, The Great Sea promises to be a weighty strategy title, distinguishing itself from previous “Eurogames” titles in the series with a greater emphasis on direct player interaction and more pronounced conflict management. The goal for this new duo is to create an experience where the stakes and tension are palpable.
An Evolution Towards Area Control
While SJ Macdonald is known for his balanced work on the Southern Tiger trilogy , The Great Sea appears to represent a strategic shift towards a more aggressive style of play.
The game is expected to include mechanics such as:
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Control of Zones and Territories
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Conflict resolution through card or majority systems.
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Develop your Fleet/Army to dominate the sea routes (the “Great Sea”).
This title is highly anticipated, as it will test the limits of Garphill Games’ “Eurogames” by incorporating more pronounced territorial competition elements. The Great Sea is clearly aimed at players seeking the strategic depth of an expert game with direct confrontations and high replayability.
