I would love to see an objectives mini expansion at some point that gives you something different to work towards each game, similar to the way Sprawlopolis does. Negative points and positive points for building a certain way
If you want something with similar (and way thicker) tiles but more of an in-your-face bite to it, then Taluva is the way to go (especially the nice version).
Good review. I bought this one a couple of months ago after you mentioned loving it on one of your videos. This one resonates with me as well. The rules teach is simple and the game has a very satisfying time to payoff ratio. I've only played it at two players so far, but imagine it plays well at higher player counts (with the possible downside that you mentioned). A solid 4/5 for me.
Good review! I prefer Cascadia for issue you mentioned at large player counts and variability. Cascadia makes it easier to pivot and go for multiple elements to maximize, and changes up depending on the animal scoring tiles you use. In Akropolis if you can take a big lead in a colour then it can be challenging for others to stop you without hurting themselves, which is an issue in 3-4 player games. I would play it again but I am happy having Cascadia in my collection (Kohaku is also tile drafting awesomeness!)
I'm really pulled to this. Issue I have is: I already own and like Cascadia. Sadly I do not have a gaming group that meets that regularly to justify a game that is quite similar to one I already have. Which is a shame because I really adore the artstyle and scoring mechanism. But I'm always sad to see games collecting dust on the shelf.
I think the whole point is to add competition over the preferred color. If you add them all, yes, you are adding things to think about, but you are removing the interaction that competition drives.
Unless your goal is to have a very small collection, why not both? Combined price point is less than virtually any crowdfunding campaign out there. They have some similarities with mechanics but there are enough unique elements in each to where they feel like distinct games.
@@intrepidfool because people don’t have infinite money! not trying to be rude or anything, but board games are a very expensive hobby if you buy everything you want.
@@zaboomba6635 Both of those games are very reasonably priced. As noted in my message, you can easily get both for less combined than virtually any crowdfunding campaign out there. I'm very aware that money is a barrier and it is certainly part of the decision process for our own collection. The low price tag was actually part of my reason for recommending both. YMMV
@@zaboomba6635 I'm not sure why my particular opinion on these particular games has you triggered.. The filter that you are using (someone might not be able to afford it) to try to invalidate my thoughts is very broad. With that filter *every* potential thing one could buy or recommend buying might be too expensive for someone else to purchase. Each person has to evaluate their own situation and make decisions accordingly. My opinion obviously wouldn't be relevant to someone that is looking to maintain a small collection (for whatever reason) as I noted in my initial post.
This is off topic, but i think you have maybe 50% more games than I have (210 I think). I've always felt that if a game was really good I could forgive it for not being as variable as I like because at 210 games nothing is goign to get played so much it becomes tired. At least not for a few years.
I really dislike these games where you are all separately doing stuff in front of you, heads down, vs a shared board experience that everyone partakes in....
the box looks really terrible. I would never have looked closer, looks like an irrelevant family game. but gameplay sounds really interesting. strange that they didn't integrate the solo mode into the box right away
I would love to see an objectives mini expansion at some point that gives you something different to work towards each game, similar to the way Sprawlopolis does. Negative points and positive points for building a certain way
Solid review, excellent overview of the game. Really excited to try this one as I really enjoy Cascadia too!
It's so great :)
We got this game a couple of months ago based on your enjoyment of it. We love it! Thanks for putting it on our radar.
Glad you're enjoying it :)
If you want something with similar (and way thicker) tiles but more of an in-your-face bite to it, then Taluva is the way to go (especially the nice version).
I just got this in. I like simple choices but good strategy. This seems like a great little puzzle.
Good review. I bought this one a couple of months ago after you mentioned loving it on one of your videos. This one resonates with me as well. The rules teach is simple and the game has a very satisfying time to payoff ratio. I've only played it at two players so far, but imagine it plays well at higher player counts (with the possible downside that you mentioned). A solid 4/5 for me.
I own this game, and would love a deluxe version of this game with an expansion.
Acrylic tiles and a better insert.
The insert is my biggest problem.
Agreed on all counts
Good review! I prefer Cascadia for issue you mentioned at large player counts and variability. Cascadia makes it easier to pivot and go for multiple elements to maximize, and changes up depending on the animal scoring tiles you use. In Akropolis if you can take a big lead in a colour then it can be challenging for others to stop you without hurting themselves, which is an issue in 3-4 player games. I would play it again but I am happy having Cascadia in my collection (Kohaku is also tile drafting awesomeness!)
i have both, two different games
Played this around 5 times now, it's a fun one, simple enough and quick as well.
I'm really pulled to this. Issue I have is: I already own and like Cascadia. Sadly I do not have a gaming group that meets that regularly to justify a game that is quite similar to one I already have. Which is a shame because I really adore the artstyle and scoring mechanism. But I'm always sad to see games collecting dust on the shelf.
Want to try this
It's fun :)
I think the whole point is to add competition over the preferred color. If you add them all, yes, you are adding things to think about, but you are removing the interaction that competition drives.
Any comparison (note wise) with Magna Roma and Orichalcum? They are all from the same (kind of) genre
I’m surprised by the rating. Great game, but 4 plays in, it feels samey already. I asked on BGG, there’s an expansion and I’m excited.
Totally get that, sameyness is my biggest concern right now, I can see this dropping to a 4.5 eventually, but for right now I love it.
Both Akropolis and Cascadia were on my list, but I ended up picking up Cascadia over Akropolis.
Unless your goal is to have a very small collection, why not both? Combined price point is less than virtually any crowdfunding campaign out there. They have some similarities with mechanics but there are enough unique elements in each to where they feel like distinct games.
@@intrepidfool because people don’t have infinite money! not trying to be rude or anything, but board games are a very expensive hobby if you buy everything you want.
@@zaboomba6635 Both of those games are very reasonably priced. As noted in my message, you can easily get both for less combined than virtually any crowdfunding campaign out there. I'm very aware that money is a barrier and it is certainly part of the decision process for our own collection. The low price tag was actually part of my reason for recommending both. YMMV
@@intrepidfool they are very reasonably priced for board games, but that doesn’t mean that people can afford them
@@zaboomba6635 I'm not sure why my particular opinion on these particular games has you triggered.. The filter that you are using (someone might not be able to afford it) to try to invalidate my thoughts is very broad. With that filter *every* potential thing one could buy or recommend buying might be too expensive for someone else to purchase. Each person has to evaluate their own situation and make decisions accordingly. My opinion obviously wouldn't be relevant to someone that is looking to maintain a small collection (for whatever reason) as I noted in my initial post.
Ty for this review!
This is off topic, but i think you have maybe 50% more games than I have (210 I think). I've always felt that if a game was really good I could forgive it for not being as variable as I like because at 210 games nothing is goign to get played so much it becomes tired. At least not for a few years.
I've always thought that to an extent and yet nonetheless, when I play a game again and again and I feel similar, I still end up getting rid of it.
I really dislike these games where you are all separately doing stuff in front of you, heads down, vs a shared board experience that everyone partakes in....
Got any good tips? I've realized I strongly dislike games like that too and am looking for good interactive ones to play with friends and family
@@axelmauritzon3098 Try Blue Lagoon, Mille Fiori, Babylonia, Hansa Teutonica, Kingdom Builder
Funny, these games are my favorites.
Looks ugly but I like your videos and I trust you. I added it in my Wishlist.
the box looks really terrible. I would never have looked closer, looks like an irrelevant family game. but gameplay sounds really interesting. strange that they didn't integrate the solo mode into the box right away
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Box looks amazing the only reason i bought it what u talking about
Great video. If you like this one check out Nova Luna.
I filmed the review for that the same day :)