Azul: Stained Glass of Sintra
- Designer Michael Kiesling
- Publisher Next Move Games , asmodee , Belleville (Бельвіль) , Broadway Toys LTD , Galápagos Jogos
- Illustration Chris Quilliams
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Players carefully select colored glass panes to complete their stained glass windows on double-sided, modular boards. Avoiding waste and damage is key. Points are scored for pattern building, set completion, and new color bonuses at the end of each round. After six rounds, the player with the highest score wins.
Who Is This Game For?
Designed for 2 to 4 players aged 8 and up, Azul: Stained Glass of Sintra is a family game with moderate complexity. Its 45-minute playtime suits game nights with limited time. Prior experience with similar strategy games like Azul helps but is not required.
How It Works
Players draft colorful glass tiles from open displays and place them on their double-sided window panes. Tile placement creates patterns that score points, combined with set collection and end game bonuses. The modular board adds variability, and the new color bonus mechanic offers extra strategic depth.
What Makes It Special
Designed by Michael Kiesling, Azul: Stained Glass of Sintra (2018) is a follow-up to the Azul series and was nominated for the 2018 Golden Geek Best Family Board Game award. Its double-sided modular board and translucent window panes set it apart in abstract strategy games.
Awards
2018
- 2020 Gra Roku Best Two Player Game — Nominated
- 2020 Gra Roku Family Game of the Year — Nominated
- 2018 Meeples Choice Award — Nominated
Pro
- Double-sided modular board for high variability
- Combination of tile placement, set collection, and end game bonuses
- Short playtime of about 45 minutes
- Suitable for families and casual players
Contra
- Only for 2 to 4 players
- No solo mode included
- Moderate complexity requires some learning
Setting & Atmosphäre
The game is themed around art and the Renaissance period, focusing on the craft of creating stained glass windows in Sintra, Portugal.
Tipp für Einsteiger
Focus first on completing patterns and minimizing tile waste to score points efficiently.
Häufige Fragen
Can I play this solo?
No, Azul: Stained Glass of Sintra is designed for 2 to 4 players and does not include a solo mode.
How long does a game really take?
A typical game lasts about 45 minutes, making it a medium-length game.
What prior experience do I need?
As a family game with moderate complexity, no special prior experience is necessary.
How does this compare to similar games?
It features a double-sided modular board and adds a new color bonus mechanic to tile placement games.
Is this suitable for families?
Yes, with an age recommendation of 8+ and clear rules, it suits family play well.
What mechanic makes it special?
The blend of tile placement, set collection, and modular boards with end game bonuses defines the game.
Fazit
A well-balanced family game with tactical depth, ideal for fans of Azul and abstract strategy. Recommended if you enjoy pattern building and set collection mechanics.
