Lodge
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- Designer Peter McPherson
- Publisher PickPocket Games
- Illustration Leslie Herman
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What to Expect
You run a mountain lodge and draft room tiles from a sliding display to place on matching floors, attracting guests to your hotel. The game blends tile placement on a square grid with pattern planning and rewards through end game bonuses and constructed amenities. Typical moments include optimizing limited space and arranging tiles to satisfy guest preferences.
Who Is This Game For?
Lodge targets hobby gamers who enjoy spatial puzzles and drafting; a solo/solitaire mode makes it suitable for single players as well. Recommended age is 14+, and a 60-minute playtime fits a regular game evening. Some experience with drafting or tile-placement games is useful but not mandatory.
How It Works
Players draft room tiles from an open sliding display (Open Drafting) and place them onto their own square grid (Square Grid). Guests score points when placed on preferred floors, and additional points come from end game bonuses and built amenities. The core loop is drafting, spatial tile placement, and planning toward the final scoring.
What Makes It Special
Designed by Peter McPherson (Tiny Towns, Fit To Print), Lodge pairs Open Drafting with a Square Grid layout in a lodge/hotel theme set in the Swiss Alps. Its USP is the emphasis on spatial optimization combined with end game scoring.
Pro
- Combines Open Drafting with spatial tile placement
- Includes a Solo / Solitaire mode (1 player)
- Strong thematic link to Swiss Alps and lodge operations
- Approx. 60-minute playtime suitable for game nights
Contra
- Recommended age 14+ limits appeal for younger families
- Spatial planning can be challenging for newcomers
Setting & atmosphere
The theme centers on operating a lodge in the Swiss Alps, with guests, floors and amenities forming the game's narrative backdrop.
Tips for beginners
Start by focusing on simple patterns on your grid and keep end game bonuses in mind; use the solo mode to practice placements.
Frequently asked questions
Can I play this solo?
Yes. The game supports a solo/solitaire mode (players.min = 1).
How long does a game really take?
Playtime is listed as about 60 minutes; allow extra time for setup and first-time explanation.
What prior experience do I need?
Familiarity with drafting or tile-placement games helps; Lodge is positioned as a hobby/enthusiast title.
How does this compare to similar games?
Lodge stands out by combining Open Drafting with a Square Grid and emphasizing spatial optimization and end game bonuses.
Is this suitable for families?
With a minimum age of 14 and hobby-level complexity, it's better for older children and adults.
What mechanic makes it special?
The interplay of Open Drafting and Square Grid tile placement, tied to End Game Bonuses, defines its mechanical identity.
Fazit
If you like spatial puzzle mechanics and drafting, Lodge offers a focused 60-minute experience with a solo option; younger families should note the 14+ recommendation.
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