Last Shot

Last Shot presents a sophisticated tactical elimination system set within a Cold War espionage framework. This 78-card competitive engagement requires precise resource management as participants assume the roles of covert operatives navigating a complex web of offensive and defensive capabilities. The core mechanical tension revolves around acquisition and strategic retention of Terminated cards—specialized elimination instruments that must be protected until optimal deployment conditions arise. The multilayered defensive countermeasure system includes diplomatic protection protocols, external asset recruitment, and evasive maneuvers, creating a dynamic decision space requiring both anticipatory strategy and adaptive tactical responses. Designed by Ryan Whisenhunt with development refinement by Steve Jackson and visual direction by Romain de Fromont, this system delivers a concentrated espionage simulation experience with exceptional replayability through its balanced elimination mechanics.