Fort
- Designer Grant Rodiek
- Publisher Leder Games , 2Tomatoes Games , CrowD Games , Delta Vision Publishing , Fox in the Box
- Illustration Kyle Ferrin
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Start for freeWhat to Expect
In Fort, you play as a kid building forts, collecting pizza and toys, and making friends. You use your cards to perform actions and follow other players' moves, scoring victory points. Deciding whether to focus on your own group or copy others is key. Cards not played may be lost, so managing your deck carefully is important. The player with the most points wins.
Who Is This Game For?
Fort is designed for families and casual gamers aged 10 and up who enjoy moderately complex card games. With a playing time around 40 minutes, it fits well into a game night without lasting too long. Prior experience with deck building helps but is not required.
How It Works
Fort uses deck, bag, and pool building mechanics alongside hand management. Players play cards to take actions and can follow actions of others (follow mechanic). The progressive turn order governs player sequence. Through smart card play and following, you build your deck, gather resources, and score points while reacting to others.
What Makes It Special
Designed by Grant Rodiek, Fort won the SXSW Tabletop Game of the Year award in 2021. Its unique blend of deck building with the follow mechanic sets it apart. It was also nominated for several Golden Geek Awards in 2020.
Awards
2020
- 2022 Fairplay À la carte Runner-up — Nominated
- 2021 American Tabletop Strategy Games — Nominated
- 2021 SXSW Tabletop Game of the Year — Winner
Pro
- Compact 40-minute playing time
- Innovative mix of deck building and follow mechanics
- Award-winning design by Grant Rodiek (SXSW Tabletop Game of the Year 2021)
- Simple rules with tactical depth
Contra
- Only for 2-4 players, no solo mode
- Some luck involved due to card draws
- Not suitable for very young children (10+ recommended)
Setting & Atmosphäre
Players take the role of kids building forts and making friends in their neighborhood. The theme centers on childhood adventures, friendships, and collecting pizza and toys.
Tipp für Einsteiger
Focus on using your own cards effectively while following other players' actions to develop your deck optimally.
Häufige Fragen
Can I play this solo?
Fort is designed for 2-4 players and does not include a solo mode.
How long does a game really take?
A game of Fort lasts about 40 minutes, suitable for a quick game session.
What prior experience do I need?
Basic card game and deck building experience helps but Fort is accessible to beginners.
How does this compare to similar games?
Fort stands out by combining deck building with a follow mechanic that lets you copy other players' moves.
Is this suitable for families?
Yes, recommended for ages 10 and up, offering a tactical yet accessible card game for families.
What mechanic makes it special?
The combination of deck, bag, and pool building with the follow mechanic makes Fort unique.
Fazit
Fort is recommended for players seeking an accessible yet tactically rich card game. Families and casual gamers will appreciate its social follow mechanic that distinguishes it from traditional deckbuilders.
