For Northwood! A Solo Trick-Taking Game
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- Designer Wilhelm Su
- Publisher Bad Boom Games , CMON Global Limited , CrowD Games , GateOnGames
- Illustration Wilhelm Su
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What to Expect
You play eight rounds visiting animal fiefs, engaging their rulers in trick-taking duels. Each ruler has a trump suit and requires you to win an exact number of tricks, increasing difficulty as options narrow. You start with four allies, each with unique abilities usable once per visit to manipulate your hand. Winning rulers can temporarily replace allies to tackle harder challenges. Multiple difficulty levels and 16 scenarios offer varied solo puzzles.
Who Is This Game For?
This game targets solo players aged 12 and up who enjoy an expert-level card game with strategic depth. With a playtime of about 30 minutes, it's suitable for shorter sessions. Some prior experience with trick-taking or hand management helps, but is not mandatory. It is not a family game but designed for experienced players.
How It Works
For Northwood! combines hand management and trick-taking mechanics. You play rounds against AI rulers with varying trump suits, aiming to win an exact number of tricks per ruler. Your allies have abilities usable once per visit to optimize your hand. Each won ruler grants temporary abilities, increasing challenge. The game blends precise card play with strategic planning.
What Makes It Special
Designed by Wilhelm Su, For Northwood! won multiple awards at the 2021 unsere Datenbank 54-Card Contest including Best Overall Game and Best Solo Game. It is a pure solo game focused on trick-taking and hand management. The use of anthropomorphic animal rulers and variable scenarios sets it apart.
Pro
- Pure solo game with high replayability via 16 scenarios
- Combination of hand management and trick-taking
- Multiple difficulty levels for customization
- Appealing anthropomorphic animal theme
Contra
- Only playable solo
- Requires learning trick-taking and hand management mechanics
- Not recommended for players under 12
Setting & atmosphere
Set in the fantasy realm of Northwood, you negotiate with rulers of anthropomorphic animal fiefs to unite the kingdom peacefully.
Tips for beginners
Focus on effectively using your allies' abilities to meet the exact trick targets.
Frequently asked questions
Can I play this solo?
Yes, For Northwood! is designed exclusively for one player.
How long does a game really take?
A game lasts about 30 minutes, suitable for short play sessions.
What prior experience do I need?
Basic knowledge of trick-taking and hand management helps but isn't required.
How does this compare to similar games?
Its unique blend of solo trick-taking with precise hand management and variable scenarios sets it apart.
Is this suitable for families?
Due to complexity and age 12+ recommendation, it's better suited for experienced players.
What mechanic makes it special?
The combination of hand management with precise trick-taking and adaptive ally abilities.
Fazit
For Northwood! is a recommended solo challenge for trick-taking fans who enjoy complex hand management. Its 30-minute duration enables quick, tactical plays.
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