{"product_id":"deep-shelf","title":"Deep Shelf","description":"\u003ch6\u003eDescription\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDeep Shelf\u003c\/strong\u003e is a deep-sea strategy game of exploration, resource extraction, technological development and research, set during a new underwater gold rush for rare earth metals.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ciframe width=\"1191\" height=\"670\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/Cg2ABrVzVLs\" title=\"DEEP SHELF - DT Preview with Mark Streed\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTake control of a competing corporation and explore the ocean floor in search of valuable resource nodes. Develop extraction sites, transport materials back to the surface and invest in new technologies while pushing deeper into unexplored regions of the ocean.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHow aggressively you exploit the seabed is up to you. Rapid expansion and heavy mining can generate enormous wealth, but excessive exploitation damages the surrounding ecosystem and can accelerate the end of the game. A more measured approach allows you to study rare lifeforms and pursue research opportunities instead.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach faction offers its own strategic identity, encouraging players to build efficient resource engines, compete for control of key areas and unlock powerful technologies. With economic development, exploration, pick-up-and-deliver elements and environmental consequences all interacting, Deep Shelf offers a substantial strategy experience with multiple paths to victory.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDeep-sea strategy game of exploration, development and resource extraction\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eControl one of four highly asymmetric factions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDiscover and exploit valuable rare earth resource nodes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBuild an efficient extraction and transportation engine\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eResearch powerful new technologies\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBalance industrial expansion against damage to the ocean ecosystem\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompete for control of important regions of the seabed\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMultiple strategic paths including economic growth and scientific research\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIncludes solo play\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFor 1–4 players\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eApproximately 90–140 minutes playing time\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSuitable for ages 14+\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Ninth Haven Games","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":59012396384639,"sku":"GQNHGDSCORE","price":50.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0548\/7253\/9391\/files\/deep-shelf-8401209.webp?v=1794417190","url":"https:\/\/gatheringgames.co.uk\/products\/deep-shelf","provider":"Gathering Games","version":"1.0","type":"link"}