I won't go as far as saying you should buy this game just for solo play with the "Automa" system, but it is definitely a perk to have. It provides a cool way to learn the game and with all the variants available by the publisher online it adds variety for those who can't get a group over for a game night but still want some board games. I haven't tried all the way up to 4 Automas at once but can confirm that it is challenging and adds to an already great game. For me a big part of board games are the friends you play with so excluding the social part lacking Scythe's solo play, or Automa as they call it, is the most in depth and worth while solo variant I have spent time with. (I've only owned two games with such variants and seriously spent time with one of them)

Is solo play played on the computer (after purchasing the tangible game)?

Soon played on the game board itself. The game comes.with rules that alllow you to play solo.

Does this item contain any Kickstarter items?

No, this is the standard retail edition of Scythe.

Is this game fun with 2 players?

That's the beauty of this game: it works at any player number. The strategies you use may change, but fun remains.

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⚔️ Conquer the 1920s battlefield—where every move writes your legend!

SOLO OR SOCIAL - Challenge the innovative Automa for a solo experience or gather up to 5 players for intense area control battles.
STREAMLINED STRATEGY - Quick, phase-free turns keep the game moving fast—perfect for busy professionals craving deep play without downtime.
ENDLESS REPLAYABILITY - Five unique factions and player boards create fresh, asymmetric gameplay every session.
MASTER THE DIESELPUNK 1920 S - Immerse yourself in a richly illustrated alternate-history Europe where strategy meets storytelling.
STRATEGIC CONTROL MINIMAL LUCK - Almost no randomness means your decisions truly shape your fate—ideal for planners and tacticians.

Scythe by Stonemaier Games is a critically acclaimed engine-building and area control board game set in an alternate-history 1920s Europe. Designed for 1-5 players with a 115-minute playtime, it features five asymmetric factions, quick streamlined turns, and minimal luck, offering deep strategic gameplay with high replay value. Beautifully illustrated and perfect for solo or group play, Scythe challenges players to balance combat, resource management, and popularity in a richly thematic experience.

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ASIN	B01IPUGYK6
Age Range Description	Adult
Best Sellers Rank	#43,538 in Toys & Games ( See Top 100 in Toys & Games ) #952 in Board Games (Toys & Games)
Brand Name	Stonemaier Games
Color	Multi-colored
Customer Reviews	4.8 out of 5 stars 5,386 Reviews
Edition	1
Educational Objective	Develop strategic thinking and planning skills
Estimated Playing Time	115 minutes
Global Trade Identification Number	00653341025005
Grenre	Eurogame, Strategy
Included Components	1 game board, 5 player mats, 5 faction mats, 5 plastic character miniatures, 20 plastic mech miniatures, 2 rulebooks (multiplayer and solo), 1 quick reference guide, 6 structure bonus tiles, 42 combat cards, 23 objective cards, 28 encounter cards, 12 factory cards, 5 riverwalk cards, 5 quick-start cards, 2 power dials, 80 coins tokens, 12 multiplier tokens, 12 encounter tokens, 36 wooden technolog…
Indoor Outdoor Usage	Indoor
Item Dimensions	11.81 x 4 x 14.57 inches
Item Dimensions L x W	14.57"L x 11.81"W
Item Highlight	An Engine-Building, Area Control Strategy Game Set in Dieselpunk 1920+ Europe for Adults & Family \| 1-5 Players, 115 Mins
Item Part Number	STM600
Item Type Name	board game
Item Weight	7.3 pounds
Language	English
Manufacturer	Stonemaier Games
Manufacturer Part Number	STM600
Manufacturer Warranty Description	No Warranty
Manufacturer recommended age	14 years and up
Material Type	Cardboard, Cardstock, Plastic, Wood
Model Name	Scythe
Model Number	STM600
Number of Items	1
Number of Packs	1
Number of Players	1-5
Operation Mode	Manual
Package Quantity	1
Power Source	Board Game
Product Style	Base
Set Name	Base Game
Size	One Size
Subject Character	Sichel
Supported Battery Types	No battery required
Theme	Mystery
UPC	791109147986 653341025005
Unit Count	1 Count

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