Kingdomino
- Designer Bruno Cathala
- Publisher Blue Orange (EU) , Blue Orange Games , Buró , Coiledspring Games , Fantasmagoria
- Illustration Cyril Bouquet , Pauline Detraz , Hervine Galliou
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In Kingdomino, you act as a lord expanding your kingdom by connecting domino-like tiles representing different terrains such as wheat fields, lakes, and mountains. Players compete to claim the best plots through a draft system where turn order changes based on tile selection. The game ends when all players complete their 5x5 grid kingdoms, scoring points for connected terrain and crown symbols.
Who Is This Game For?
Kingdomino is perfect for families and casual gamers who enjoy easy-to-learn games with short playtime. It is a family-level game lasting about 25 minutes and recommended for ages 8 and up. No prior experience is needed, making it accessible to newcomers to strategy board games.
How It Works
The core mechanics are Tile Placement and Open Drafting. Each round, players select a domino tile to add to their kingdom, ensuring one side matches adjacent terrain (Enclosure). The order of selection for the next round depends on the tiles picked (Turn Order: Claim Action). The goal is to build a connected 5x5 kingdom and score points from terrain clusters and crowns.
What Makes It Special
Designed by Bruno Cathala, Kingdomino won the 2017 Årets Spill Best Family Game award. It stands out by combining simple mechanics like Tile Placement and Open Drafting into a quick yet strategic family game. The game has multiple digital versions and widespread popularity.
Awards
2017
2016
2016
- 2017 Årets Spil Best Family Game — Nominated
- 2017 Årets Spill Best Family Game — Winner
- 2017 Gouden Ludo - best family game — Winner
- 2016 Meeples Choice Award — Nominated
Pro
- Fast playtime around 25 minutes
- Simple rules with strategic depth
- Designed for 2-4 players, family-friendly
- Winner of 2017 Årets Spill Best Family Game
Contra
- No solo mode available
- Limited to 4 players maximum
- Mechanics may be too simple for experts
Setting & Atmosphäre
Set in a medieval fantasy world, players build their kingdoms by placing terrain tiles including fields, lakes, and mountains. The theme is abstract, focusing on strategic territory expansion.
Tipp für Einsteiger
Focus on creating connected terrain areas and maximizing crown symbols for scoring.
Häufige Fragen
Can I play this solo?
Kingdomino requires at least two players and does not support solo play.
How long does a game really take?
A typical game lasts about 25 minutes, enabling quick sessions.
What prior experience do I need?
It's a family game with simple rules, requiring no special prior experience.
How does this compare to similar games?
Kingdomino combines domino-like tile placement with open drafting and variable turn order, setting it apart from other tile-laying games.
Is this suitable for families?
Yes, it is designed as a family game for ages 8 and up with short, accessible gameplay.
What mechanic makes it special?
The blend of Tile Placement with Open Drafting and Turn Order Claim Action makes Kingdomino unique.
Fazit
Kingdomino is highly recommended for families and casual players seeking a quick, tactical tile-laying game. Suitable from age 8, it offers engaging gameplay in about 25 minutes.
