Careers
- Designer James Cooke Brown
- Publisher Alga , Carlit , Clipper , Collett-Sproule Boxes, Limited , Editrice Giochi
- Illustration Martin Ohlsson
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In Careers, you choose your personal goals in Fame, Happiness, and Money before the game starts, totaling 60 points. You move along different career paths, each with unique prerequisites and benefits, such as Hollywood for fame or going to sea for happiness. Revisiting paths grants additional advantages. The first player to fulfill their chosen life vision wins.
Who Is This Game For?
Careers is suitable for families and casual players aged 8 and up who enjoy dice mechanics and variable goals. With an average playtime of around 60 minutes, it fits relaxed game nights. The rules are straightforward, requiring little prior experience but encouraging strategic thinking through personalized objectives.
How It Works
Players set their victory conditions from Fame, Happiness, and Money, which must add up to 60 points. During the game, you roll dice and move your piece along various career tracks. Core mechanics include Dice Rolling, Track Movement, and Variable Player Powers. Progress and goals are tracked using paper and pencil. The first to meet their goals wins.
What Makes It Special
Designed by James Cooke Brown in 1955, Careers is a classic economic game known for its variable victory conditions allowing unique strategies. It belongs to the Circuit-Based Trading Games family and features mechanics like Dice Rolling and Track Movement. No awards are recorded.
Pro
- Variable victory conditions enable unique strategies
- Simple rules and moderate 60-minute playtime
- Core mechanics combine Dice Rolling and Track Movement
- Suitable for families and casual players aged 8+
Contra
- No solo mode available
- Mechanics and theme feel dated by modern standards
- Limited depth for experienced gamers
Setting & Atmosphäre
The game is set in an economic theme simulating different career paths players can take to gain fame, happiness, and money.
Tipp für Einsteiger
Focus on your chosen goals and use the advantages of different career paths strategically.
Häufige Fragen
Can I play this solo?
Careers is designed for 2 to 6 players and does not include a solo mode.
How long does a game really take?
The average game lasts about 60 minutes, suitable for relaxed game nights.
What prior experience do I need?
Rules are simple and require little prior experience; basic dice rolling knowledge helps.
How does this compare to similar games?
Careers stands out by letting each player set their own victory conditions before the game.
Is this suitable for families?
Yes, Careers is family-friendly with simple rules and recommended for ages 8 and up.
What mechanic makes it special?
The blend of Dice Rolling, Track Movement, and Variable Player Powers defines the gameplay.
Fazit
Careers is recommended for families and casual players who appreciate customizable goals and dice mechanics. It suits those looking for moderate playtime and simple rules.
