Hadara
- Designer Benjamin Schwer
- Publisher Hans im Glück , 999 Games , Arclight Games , Bard Centrum Gier , Devir
- Illustration Dominik Mayer , Andreas Resch
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Start for freeWhat to Expect
In Hadara, you guide a civilization through three epochs, evolving from a small settlement to a flourishing high culture. You skillfully choose people and achievements from different cultures, continents, and ages to gain glory and honor. Balancing agriculture, culture, and military power is key as your competitors aim to surpass you. Simultaneous action selection keeps gameplay dynamic, requiring adaptive strategies.
Who Is This Game For?
Hadara is suited for hobby gamers aged 10 and up who enjoy strategic civilization themes. With a 60-minute playtime, it fits well into a game night. Some experience with strategic mechanics like memory and open drafting is beneficial.
How It Works
The game uses set collection as you gather cards of people and achievements, combined with simultaneous action selection where all players decide actions at once. Open drafting lets you pick cards before adding them to your tableau. End game bonuses reward certain combinations, adding strategic depth.
What Makes It Special
Designed by Benjamin Schwer, Hadara was nominated for several awards in 2019, including the International Gamers Award and 5 Seasons Best International Strategy. Recommended as Juego del Año 2019, it stands out by blending civilization themes with simultaneous action mechanics.
Awards
2019
- 2020 American Tabletop Strategy Games — Nominated
- 2020 Hungarian Board Game Award — Nominated
- 2019 5 Seasons Best International Strategy — Nominated
- 2019 Juego del Año — Recommended
- 2019 Meeples Choice Award — Nominated
Pro
- Rich civilization theme with cultural diversity
- Strategic depth through set collection and simultaneous action selection
- 60-minute playtime suitable for hobby gamers
- Multiple 2019 award nominations and recommendations
Contra
- Not suitable for players under 10 years
- Requires strategic thinking and patience
- No solo mode available
Setting & Atmosphäre
Hadara immerses you in a world of diverse cultures and lands across three epochs. You develop a civilization from a small settlement into a high culture shaped by agriculture, culture, and military strength.
Tipp für Einsteiger
Focus on understanding core mechanics like set collection and simultaneous action selection, and remain flexible to opponent moves.
Häufige Fragen
Can I play this solo?
Hadara is designed for 2 to 5 players and does not include a solo mode.
How long does a game really take?
A typical game lasts about 60 minutes, making it manageable for hobby gamers.
What prior experience do I need?
Experience with strategic mechanics such as set collection and simultaneous action selection helps.
How does this compare to similar games?
Hadara uniquely combines civilization themes with simultaneous action selection and open drafting, differentiating it from classic worker placement games.
Is this suitable for families?
Due to its complexity and minimum age of 10, Hadara is better suited for hobby gamers than for families with young children.
What mechanic makes it special?
The combination of simultaneous action selection and set collection defines the gameplay experience.
Fazit
Hadara is a recommended strategic game for players seeking a rich civilization experience in a well-paced session. Its complexity may be less suitable for casual family play.
