Vital Lacerda
Vital Lacerda — Portuguese game designer active since 2010, known for economic Eurogames with worker-placement elements.
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Biography
Vital Lacerda is from Lisbon and has been active as a board game designer since 2010. Before focusing on games he worked in marketing and advertising and moved into freelance graphic and game development around 2006. Our database lists 13 of his published games, including Vinhos (2010) and On Mars (2020).
Career
Lacerda released his first notable title in 2010 (Vinhos) and has since built a catalog of complex, system-heavy Eurogames. His designs cover economic themes (Vinhos, The Gallerist) and sci‑fi settings (On Mars, Weather Machine). Frequent mechanics are Worker Placement, Area Majority/Influence and Open Drafting. The record shows continuous releases up to 2026, including Kanban series entries and recent titles like Inventions (2024).
Most Famous Games
Key titles include On Mars (2020), Kanban EV (2020) and Lisboa (2017). Other significant games are The Gallerist (2015), Kanban: Driver's Edition (2014) and Vinhos (2010). Several of these works received multiple recognitions in awards lists such as Golden Geek.
Design Style
His games emphasize deep economic decision-making with interconnected systems and resource management. Engine-building and strategic planning are central, with recurring use of worker placement and influence mechanics.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Vital Lacerda from?
The source data indicates he is from Lisbon.
What is their most famous game?
According to der Top-Spiele, On Mars (2020) is his most notable title.
What mechanic is their signature?
Worker Placement, along with Area Majority/Influence and Open Drafting.
How long have they been active?
He has been active since 2010.
Verdict
Recommended for players who enjoy demanding, economy-driven Euros with layered systems and long-term planning.
