Century: A New World
- Designer Emerson Matsuuchi
- Publisher Plan B Games , Arclight Games , asmodee , Broadway Toys LTD , Cube Factory of Ideas
- Illustration Atha Kanaani , Chris Quilliams
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In Century: A New World, players explore the Americas at the dawn of the 16th century. You place workers to discover new lands, trade with locals, and gather resources. The game merges the engaging resource trading mechanics of the Century series with a twist on traditional worker placement, offering a blend of contracts, action retrieval, and variable setup for varied gameplay.
Who Is This Game For?
This game is aimed at enthusiasts who enjoy medium-complexity strategic gameplay. Suitable for 2 to 4 players aged 8 and up, its 45-minute playtime fits well into an evening session. Prior experience with worker placement or set collection games is beneficial but not mandatory.
How It Works
Players assign workers to select actions on the board, fulfilling contracts to gain advantages while collecting sets of cards or resources. The variable setup changes the game's dynamic each round. This combination of worker placement, contracts, and set collection creates a resource management challenge mixed with tactical positioning.
What Makes It Special
Designed by Emerson Matsuuchi, Century: A New World is the third installment in the Century series and was nominated for the 2019 5 Seasons Best International Strategy award. It uniquely blends Century's resource trading with innovative worker placement and can be combined with previous titles for expanded play.
Awards
- 2019 5 Seasons Best International Strategy — Nominated
Pro
- Combines worker placement and set collection
- Variable setup for high replayability
- Part of the acclaimed Century series
- Moderate 45-minute playtime
Contra
- No solo mode available
- Requires some familiarity with worker placement
- May be complex for younger children
Setting & Atmosphäre
The game is set during the Renaissance era, focusing on the discovery and colonization of the Americas in the early 16th century. Players take on roles as explorers and traders interacting with indigenous peoples.
Tipp für Einsteiger
Focus first on understanding action choices and managing your resources efficiently before pursuing complex strategies.
Häufige Fragen
Can I play this solo?
No, Century: A New World 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 suitable for an evening session.
What prior experience do I need?
Some familiarity with worker placement and set collection mechanics helps due to the game's tactical depth.
How does this compare to similar games?
Century: A New World uniquely combines Century’s resource trading with an innovative worker placement twist.
Is this suitable for families?
Recommended for players aged 8 and up, it suits enthusiasts more than younger family groups.
What mechanic makes it special?
The mix of worker placement with contracts and set collection leads to varied tactical decisions.
Fazit
Century: A New World is recommended for players seeking a balanced mix of resource management and worker placement. Fans of the Century series will appreciate its fresh gameplay additions.
