Metropolis
- Designer Sid Sackson
- Publisher Otto Maier Verlag
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Start for freeWhat to Expect
In Metropolis, you negotiate over city plots to build structures that gain value based on their neighbors. Players compete to place buildings on a map of city blocks, where schools and apartments benefit from coexisting. The gameplay centers on deal-making and strategic placement in a growing city.
Who Is This Game For?
Metropolis suits experienced players aged 16 and up who enjoy negotiation and strategic planning. With a 90-minute playtime, it's a medium-length game demanding patience and tactical thinking. Prior knowledge of negotiation games is helpful.
How It Works
Each turn, players select a property within city blocks and negotiate with others to place their building. The value of buildings depends on nearby types, creating synergy bonuses. There are no dice; the focus lies on negotiation and tactical city development.
What Makes It Special
Designed by Sid Sackson, a pioneer in negotiation games, Metropolis was recommended for Spiel des Jahres in 1984. It combines polyomino components with negotiation and a unique scoring system based on building adjacency, making it a classic in the genre.
Awards
1984
Pro
- Combines negotiation and city building
- Unique scoring based on building adjacency
- Spiel des Jahres 1984 recommended
- Strategic depth without luck elements
Contra
- No solo mode
- Complexity and duration challenging for casual players
- Age 16+ limits younger family players
Setting & Atmosphäre
The game takes place in a growing city where different building types such as schools and apartments are constructed. The dynamic urban growth is central to the theme.
Tipp für Einsteiger
Focus on negotiation and spotting synergies between buildings to maximize your structures' value.
Häufige Fragen
Can I play this solo?
No, Metropolis is designed for 2 to 5 players and does not include a solo mode.
How long does a game really take?
A game takes about 90 minutes, making it a medium-length game suitable for an evening session.
What prior experience do I need?
Players should be familiar with negotiation games and strategic thinking.
How does this compare to similar games?
Metropolis uniquely combines negotiation with a building adjacency scoring system.
Is this suitable for families?
Due to the age recommendation of 16+ and complexity, it is more suited for experienced players.
What mechanic makes it special?
The game features negotiation and strategic placement of buildings on polyomino components.
Fazit
Metropolis is recommended for players who want to merge negotiation and city-building. The complexity and length require players who enjoy strategic interaction and planning.
