Boardgames

Before There Were Stars…

Tell the origin story of your people, weaving constellation-inspired tales of creation, civilization, heroes, and the end of days.

60
minutes

3 - 6
player(s)

Light

Before There Were Stars… board game cover

About this board game

Before There Were Stars… is a storytelling game for 3–6 players that takes about 60 minutes. Each player becomes a storyteller for “their people,” crafting a mythic creation story inspired by constellation cards.

Across the game, players imagine answers to some of humanity’s most enduring questions: Who are we, and how did it all begin? Their stories can reach from the creation of the world to the origins of civilization, the rise of a great hero, and the end of days.

  • Tell an original mythic story for your people.
  • Draw inspiration from constellation cards.
  • Explore creation, civilization, heroes, and the end of days.
  • Earn points for the best story moments.

Before There Were Stars… is designed as a feel-good experience that celebrates the boundless imagination in everyone. Points recognize memorable story moments, allowing every player to shine regardless of their storytelling experience or skill.

Because each tale comes from the imagination of the people at the table, the experience never repeats itself. What remains consistent is the warmth and fun the game brings to a group as players build, share, and enjoy their own stories of how everything began.