Bohemians
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- Designer Jasper de Lange
- Publisher Portal Games , Delight , Devir , DSV Games , Gémklub
- Illustration Tomasz Jedruszek , Mateusz Kopacz , Roman Kucharski , Hanna Kuik
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What to Expect
You play artists wandering Paris around 1900, planning each day: dates, social events, meeting muses, creating art or going to work. Bohemians is card-driven: cards provide inspiration, bonuses and new habits that feed your deck. Managing the order and use of cards is central, and inspiration is spent to acquire cards and achievements.
Who Is This Game For?
For mid-weight/amerant players who like thematic deckbuilders and narrative beats. Designed by Jasper de Lange, it supports 1–4 players and plays in about 60 minutes, suited to groups comfortable with card management and some planning overhead.
How It Works
The game mixes pure deckbuilding with melding-and-splaying effects: you collect and play cards in an order that grants inspiration and bonuses, then spend that inspiration to buy new cards. Each round you plan your routine and decide whether to pursue muses, create art, attend social events or work. Progress is tracked via achievements, and the player with the most achievements wins.
What Makes It Special
Jasper de Lange combines Pure Deckbuilding with Story Creation and cooperative/solo elements in a Paris art setting. The prototype was noted in the publisher description for multiple Fastaval recognitions (Best Presentation, Best Innovation, Best Game). The game also appears in the Cities: Paris family context.
Pro
- Strong Paris/Belle Époque art theme
- Mixes Pure Deckbuilding with storytelling elements
- Supports solo play and cooperative aspects
- Uses Melding-and-Splaying plus routine planning
Contra
- Minimum age 14 — not aimed at children
- Requires familiarity with deckbuilding mechanics
Setting & atmosphere
Set in Paris during the Belle Époque, the game focuses on art, painting and the life of street artists. Cards represent muses, habits, social events and work-related tasks.
Tips for beginners
Learn the daily planning and card-order interactions first; expand your deck gradually rather than changing everything at once.
Frequently asked questions
Can I play this solo?
Yes. The game includes Solo/Solitaire mechanics and supports 1–4 players.
How long does a game really take?
Playtime is listed at about 60 minutes; expect longer sessions when learning rules.
What prior experience do I need?
Experience with deckbuilding or card-driven mid-weight games is helpful; newcomers may need extra explanation time.
How does this compare to similar games?
Bohemians combines pure deckbuilding with story/narrative planning and daily-routine mechanics, setting it apart from pure engine-builders.
Is this suitable for families?
With a minimum age of 14 and mid-weight mechanics, it’s less suited for families with younger children.
What mechanic makes it special?
The blend of Pure Deckbuilding, Melding-and-Splaying and Story Creation defines its gameplay.
Fazit
Bohemians is recommended for players who want themed deckbuilding with daily routine planning in ~60 minutes. It’s less suited for younger children (14+) or players seeking light, quick filler games.
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