S U R V I V E: THE A.I. is one of the best new board games that combines strategy, resources, and card-based combat in a unique digital collectible card game. Set in a post-apocalyptic world where Artificial Superintelligence has taken over, the game offers an immersive experience where players must assemble a team of humans, AIs, and hybrids to challenge the powerful AI overlords. In this game, you navigate three locations, each with different effects, and must control at least two of the three Outer Locations to secure victory. Players add power through cards, with higher power winning the location. Some cards possess unique abilities that can be strategically utilized to gain the upper hand. Players spend mana to play their cards, with the mana pool increasing by one point each turn. A special Central Location exists, where the player in the lead receives an additional +1 Mana per turn. The gameplay features a Resource System, allowing players to earn three types of resources—Compute, Energy, and Creativity. Each Location generates one resource per turn for the player controlling it, which can be used to activate a card's Awakening ability. Deck building is an essential part of the game, where players can gather cards from humans, AIs, and hybrids to build their team with different Archetype strategies. We currently recommend 5 unique Archetypes: Copy Field, AI Race Power, Powerful Card, Self-Destroy, and Enemy Destroy. Each archetype offers a different playstyle, allowing players to experiment and find their preferred strategy. In addition to the strategic depth, the game also features a card system with various rarity tiers: Common, Uncommon, Rare, Super Rare (SR), and Special Super Rare (SSR). Players can obtain Awakening Skills by dismantling SR and SSR cards, enabling them to mix and match skills and create unique card combinations. For competitive players, the game offers a PVP mode where you can battle real players from around the world. Winning matches earns you a boost in the Rank System, where you can climb higher and achieve better standings. Each victory rewards you with Gems and Card Shards, which can be used to enhance your gameplay. Additionally, players who reach high ranks will have the opportunity to earn Exclusive cosmetics as part of the Season Reward, making competitive play even more rewarding and exciting. For those who prefer a single-player experience, the game also features a PVE Mode/Story Campaign where you play as the protagonist battling against Zero and the Five AI Ministers to uncover the truth. The progression consists of chapters, each containing 6 stages, with the final stage culminating in a boss battle. Upon completing a chapter for the first time, you will receive SSR/SR Shards and Gems as rewards, while replaying stages offers random Gems and Shards. The game's factions and characters add another layer of depth to the story. Players can choose to align with the Resistance, a covert force fighting to reclaim human rule, or explore other factions like the Cannibals, Krauss Tech Bunker, or Irene Nova's "Harmony Seeker." Each faction has its own unique storyline and objectives, providing players with a rich and immersive experience. The timeline of the game is set in a world where AI Superintelligence becomes a reality. Starting from 2035, where AGI becomes a reality, to 2053, where the Zero Event happens, the game's world is filled with lore and backstory that enhances the gameplay experience. In conclusion, S U R V I V E: THE A.I. is one of the best new board games that offers a unique blend of strategy, resources, and card-based combat. With its immersive storyline, innovative gameplay, and various playstyles, it is a must-try for fans of digital collectible card games.