Shelter

Apocalypse Survival: A Party Game for 6+ Players

In a world on the brink of collapse, you and your fellow survivors must face the ultimate challenge—not just the apocalypse itself, but each other. Welcome to Shelter or Perish, a high-stakes party game designed for groups of six or more players. In this intense, role-driven experience, eloquence, persuasion, and strategy are your best tools for survival.

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The Scenario: A Fight for Shelter

The world is in chaos. An unknown catastrophe has struck Earth, forcing people to scramble for safety. You were fortunate—[ttpp]you found shelter. But here's the catch: it can only hold half of the group. That means someone has to stay outside. Someone will be left behind.

You and eleven strangers must now decide who lives and who doesn’t. Will you convince the group you're indispensable? Can you outwit, outplay, and outlast others in the battle for survival?

Each player assumes the role of a randomly assigned character, complete with unique traits such as profession, health, age, gender, hobbies, phobias, skills, and personality qualities. Additionally, every player receives two powerful cards: one Knowledge card and one Action card, both of which can be used strategically during the game to sway opinions or expose weaknesses.

How to Play

1. Character Assignment:
   At the start, each player receives a character profile and their two special cards.

2. Round One – Reveal Profession:
   All players disclose their profession. This sets the tone for initial discussions about value and utility.

3. Subsequent Rounds – Reveal Traits:
   Each round, one new trait (e.g., health, age, skill) is revealed by all players. Use this opportunity to highlight your strengths and justify your place in the shelter.

4. Persuasion & Debate:
   After each reveal, players engage in discussion. Convince others that your survival is essential while subtly undermining those you believe are less valuable.

5. Voting Mechanism:
   Starting from the second round, players vote to eliminate the person they consider least useful. The ejected player leaves the game immediately and cannot participate further.

6. Game End:
   The game concludes when only half of the original players remain. These individuals form the final team that survives the apocalypse together.

What Makes It Unique

Every session unfolds differently based on the characters involved and the dynamics of the group. There’s no single winning formula—success depends on how well you present yourself, how cleverly you play your cards, and how effectively you collaborate or manipulate others.

Will you be the doctor everyone wants to keep alive? Or the elderly painter who hides their hidden talents until the last moment? Perhaps you’ll bluff your way through, or maybe you'll sacrifice someone else to save yourself.

Either way, Shelter or Perish delivers a gripping, emotionally charged experience where moral dilemmas meet social deduction.

Final Tip: Survive Together or Fall Alone

The key to victory isn't just self-promotion—it's building alliances, identifying threats, and understanding group psychology. Remember: survival isn’t always about being the strongest, but about being the most convincing.

So, are you ready to make your case?

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