Scythe

Scythe

Scythe is a competitive strategy game set in an alternate-history 1920s Eastern Europe. Players control factions vying for dominance through farming, trading, combat, and giant mechs. Designed by Jamey Stegmaier and published by Stonemaier Games, Scythe blends resource management, area control, and asymmetric faction powers into one of the most celebrated strategy games of the past decade.

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

Play Time: 90–120 minutes

Complexity: Heavy

Rules Clarifications

Combat, the Factory, and the rules that trip people up.

Scythe Combat Rules Explained: How Fighting Actually Works

Combat in Scythe is rare, decisive, and punishing. Here's the full system.

How Does the Factory Work in Scythe?

Factory cards, the 5th action, and why the center of the board matters so much.

Strategy

Faction rankings and competitive strategies.

Scythe Faction Tier List: Which Faction Is Best?

Ranking all 5 base game factions by strength, ease of play, and strategy.

Scythe Accessories

Premium 3D-printed upgrades for Scythe.

Scythe Resource Tokens

Scythe Resource Tokens

3D-printed upgrade token set for Scythe. Replace the standard components with tactile, detailed resource pieces.