Compania
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- Designer Yog Akase (赤瀬 よぐ)
- Publisher Asobition (アソビション) , Level 99 Games , Board Zeppelin
- Illustration Yog Akase (赤瀬 よぐ)
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What to Expect
You play a fledgling company owner: place hidden dice as workers, reveal to resolve contests, expand buildings, buy land and factories, and create an airship network to move goods. Highest revealed die wins contested spaces. Income growth and end game bonuses determine the winner, blending engine building with secret bids and hand management.
Who Is This Game For?
Best for euro/strategy players and experienced family groups: with a typical 90‑minute playtime it is an extended-length game that rewards planning. It supports solo play (1 player). New players should expect a learning curve due to hidden dice placement and auction interaction.
How It Works
Core is hidden dice placement: players assign dice as workers, reveal them and higher dice win contested spaces. The game also features multiple auction types (including sealed bids and multiple-lot auctions), hand management and secret unit deployment. Buildings and factories increase income and options; end game bonuses affect scoring.
What Makes It Special
Designed by Yog Akase, Compania pairs worker-placement with several auction mechanisms and hidden dice placement — an uncommon mix in a fantasy-industrial theme. The blend of engine growth (buildings, factories, airships) with secret bidding creates tense player interaction.
Pro
- Unique mix of worker placement and multiple auction forms
- Hidden dice placement adds tactical uncertainty
- Building/factory development supports engine building
- Includes solo play option
Contra
- Around 90 minutes per game can feel long
- Contested hidden bids may cause player downtime
Setting & atmosphere
A hybrid fantasy-industrial setting: corporate growth, factory development and an airship network for goods movement — description reflects the publisher's overview.
Tips for beginners
Focus on steady income growth and building development; get comfortable with hidden dice placement in low‑conflict rounds first.
Frequently asked questions
Can I play this solo?
Yes. The player count starts at 1, so solo play is supported.
How long does a game really take?
Typical duration is about 90 minutes; setup and scoring may extend total time.
What prior experience do I need?
Experience with worker placement or auction games helps, as several mechanics interact.
How does this compare to similar games?
Compania combines hidden dice placement with multiple auction types and engine building, differentiating it from pure worker-placement or pure auction titles.
Is this suitable for families?
Playable from age 10, but its complexity and length make it better suited to families with experienced gamers.
What mechanic makes it special?
The combination of hidden dice placement and auction mechanics (sealed bid, multiple lot) defines its character.
Fazit
Recommend if you enjoy competitive economic games with hidden information; the ~90 minute length and mixed mechanics require patience and some rule familiarity.
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