In this episode of Twenty Minute Tabletop podcast, Tom records a solo podcast about his time on an Alien infested space ship!

Players take on roles such as the captain, mechanic, or scientist, and must navigate a spaceship they’ve awoken on with amnesia. The game involves exploring rooms, dealing with aliens, and completing secret objectives. Is it the most fun that Tom has had this year with a game – yes, yes it is.

Links from This Episode

🔹 Official Nemesis Webpage by Awaken Realms

🎙️ Podcast Summary: Nemesis – Classic Sci-Fi Fun Done Right

🚀 A Love Letter to 80s Sci-Fi

In this episode of 20 Minute Tabletop, Tom shares his first playthrough of Nemesis, a board game that unashamedly channels the spirit of Alien and classic science fiction. With hibernation pods, chest-bursting corpses, and lurking intruders, it feels like stepping into a beloved 80s movie.

🎲 Complex Looks, Simple Gameplay

Though Nemesis appears dense with components and rules, it’s remarkably accessible. Players take on roles like Captain or Scientist, each with unique decks, exploring a semi-randomised spaceship while managing noise, repairing rooms, and fighting off terrifying intruders.

🧑‍🤝‍🧑 Semi-Cooperative Tension & Hidden Objectives

The game’s semi-cooperative nature shines. Players have hidden objectives—some friendly, some downright murderous. Tom compares this to Dead of Winter, praising how Nemesis encourages tense alliances, betrayal, and cinematic “only one survives” moments.

📖 Immersion, Storytelling & Pure Fun

For Tom, Nemesis excels in emergent storytelling. From grenade mishaps to rooms engulfed in flames, every action sparks laughter and table-wide engagement. It’s a game about creating memories as much as winning.

💰 Replayability vs. Price

Tom candidly wonders if future plays will retain the magic, given the game’s hefty price tag. But for now, he’s delighted with the experience, calling it one of the most fun and immersive games he’s played in years.