Anno 1701: Das Kartenspiel
- Designer Klaus Teuber
- Publisher KOSMOS
- Illustration Michaela Kienle , Related Design
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Players act as pioneers developing their island starting with just two houses. The goal is to control settlers and citizens to earn victory points. The game features dice rolling, a modular board, racing, and trading mechanics, creating a dynamic head-to-head experience. It draws inspiration from the Anno 1701 computer game and the Catan card game.
Who Is This Game For?
Designed for two players aged 10 and up, this is a medium-weight game lasting about 60 minutes. It suits players who enjoy tactical challenges and strategic development in a compact format. Some prior experience with card games or light strategy games is helpful.
How It Works
Players use dice to perform various actions that help develop their island. The modular board ensures variability in each playthrough. Through trading and racing, players improve their standing and gain victory points. The game ends after a set number of rounds or when a victory condition is met.
What Makes It Special
Designed by Klaus Teuber, known for The Settlers of Catan, this game won the Fairplay À la carte Runner-up award in 2007. It is part of Kosmos's two-player series and offers a unique blend of dice rolling, trading, and racing mechanics in a head-to-head setting.
Awards
- 2007 Fairplay À la carte Runner-up — Nominated
Pro
- Tactical depth despite short playtime
- Combination of dice rolling, trading, and racing adds variety
- Focused two-player head-to-head gameplay
- Awarded Fairplay À la carte Runner-up 2007
Contra
- Only suitable for two players
- Requires some experience with card games
- Game length might feel long for casual players
Setting & Atmosphäre
The game is set in the world of Anno 1701, where players act as pioneers settling and developing islands, reflecting the age of discovery and colonization.
Tipp für Einsteiger
Focus on understanding the dice mechanics and plan your moves to develop your island effectively.
Häufige Fragen
Can I play this solo?
No, Anno 1701: The Card Game is designed strictly for two players.
How long does a game really take?
A game lasts about 60 minutes, which is manageable for a two-player match.
What prior experience do I need?
This medium-weight game is suitable for players with some experience in tactical card games.
How does this compare to similar games?
It combines dice rolling, trading, and racing in a two-player format, inspired by Catan and the Anno 1701 computer game, offering a unique thematic and mechanical blend.
Is this suitable for families?
Recommended for players aged 10 and up; better suited for families with some gaming experience due to moderate complexity.
What mechanic makes it special?
The mix of Dice Rolling, Modular Board, and Racing mechanics makes gameplay dynamic and varied.
Fazit
Anno 1701: The Card Game is recommended for fans of strategic two-player games with moderate duration. Players who enjoy island-building and direct competition will find it rewarding.
