Microgrid Mastermind
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Description
Microgrid Mastermind is a cooperative strategy game where 1–6 players become Grid Keepers, working together to build and manage a resilient power grid. Balance generation and load, respond to wild event cards like squirrel sabotage and extreme weather, and plan smart infrastructure to keep the lights on. Survive six rounds without triggering a full blackout to prove you’re the true Mastermind behind the Microgrid! This game is designed to be fun first yet designed for learning.
This game was designed with the following learning objectives:
Students will be able to:
- explain in simple terms why generation needs to match load
- compare different generation methods & explain the strengths & weaknesses of these methods
- describe how events in one area of the electrical grid affect other areas
- list sources of distribution & transmission instability & vulnerability
- demonstrate how a diverse mix of generation resources as well as redundant connections help mitigate and prevent outages
- identify different energy storage methods and explain why these energy storage methods would be used in the power grid
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| Average Rating | 1 reviews |
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| Publish Date | October 30, 2025 |
| Edition | First |
| Department | Games |
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| More Info | Microgrid Mastermind web site |
Why buy this?
Smart cooperative game where players build and manage resilient energy grid from production to consumption to adapt to disruptions. Engaging, strategic, and educational.
- Based on real world grid challenging events
- Cooperative game played with 1 to 6 players
- The Squirrel is out to destroy the grid
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Notes
- This game contains laser cut components. Laser cut items will have a slight amount of soot around the edges, which can easily be wiped off; and will have a campfire smell for about a week after you open them.
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