It's 1977. You're an up-and-coming musician, dreaming of making it big with your band. Over the next few months you'll rehearse, play gigs, write songs, and promote your band. With careful planning and a little luck, you'll earn the most fame and become the best new artist of the year. Designed by Jackie Fox (member of the 1970s rock band "The Runaways”) Rock Hard: 1977 is played over a maximum of nine rounds, each representing a typical day of one month in 1977, from April to December. You win the game by accruing the most fame. How? Increasing reputation, chops and songs; achieving production, performance, and publicity bonuses; getting record deals and earning royalties; playing concerts; and hanging out at the hottest after-hours spot. Ready to live like a rock star?
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Logistics Allows players to manage production flow between the point of origin and consumption. -
Risk Management Players must identify, evaluate, and prioritize options to reduce the impact of unfortunate events or risks. -
Strategic Thinking Encourages players to develop a process or long-term strategy for accomplishing a goal. -
Tactical Thinking Challenges players to make decisions based on currently available information. -
Resource Management Boosts a player’s capacity to efficiently and effectively oversee available assets.
