Metropolys
- Designer Sébastien Pauchon
- Publisher Ystari Games , HUCH! , Quined White Goblin Games , Rio Grande Games
- Illustration Mathieu Leyssenne
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Start for freeWhat to Expect
Players act as urban planners competing to build elegant glass and steel buildings on the game board. Through careful bidding, you position your buildings in valuable city areas to gain prestige. The game ends when a player places all their buildings. Different zones like Metro stations, archaeological sites, and fashionable districts influence scoring. Each player also pursues up to two hidden agendas, adding strategic depth.
Who Is This Game For?
Metropolys is aimed at families and casual gamers aged 8 and up seeking a strategic yet accessible experience. With about 60 minutes playtime, it fits a relaxed game evening. The rules are straightforward, making it suitable even for players without much prior experience who enjoy tactical challenges.
How It Works
Each turn, you select a free space and place a building card with a bid value. Other players may then raise the bid in adjacent spaces or pass. The highest bidder wins the auction, flips their bid card, and losers retrieve their cards. The goal is to control valuable city areas through area majority and bidding while fulfilling secret goals.
What Makes It Special
Designed by Sébastien Pauchon in 2008, Metropolys received multiple nominations, including a Spiel des Jahres recommendation. It combines area control with innovative constrained bidding in an Art Nouveau city setting. As part of the Ystari Originals series, it features elegant design balancing tactics and strategy.
Awards
2008
2008
2008
- 2009 Boardgames Australia Awards Best International Game — Nominated
- 2008 Meeples Choice Award — Nominated
Pro
- Combines area majority and auction for tactical depth
- Hidden goals add extra excitement
- Suitable for families and casual players
- Elegant Art Nouveau design enhances theme
Contra
- No solo mode available
- Limited to 2-4 players
- May be too simple for expert gamers
Setting & Atmosphäre
The game is set in a stylized city with Art Nouveau flair. As architects and urban planners, you build modern glass and steel buildings shaping the cityscape.
Tipp für Einsteiger
Focus early on securing strategic spaces and planning your bids to place your buildings effectively.
Häufige Fragen
Can I play this solo?
No, Metropolys is designed for 2 to 4 players and does not include a solo mode.
How long does a game really take?
A game takes about 60 minutes, suitable for a casual game night.
What prior experience do I need?
Designed as a family game, it is accessible even for beginners.
How does this compare to similar games?
Metropolys uniquely combines area majority with constrained bidding in an Art Nouveau city setting.
Is this suitable for families?
Yes, it is suitable for ages 8 and up with relatively low complexity.
What mechanic makes it special?
The blend of Area Majority, Auction, and Constrained Bidding creates a balanced tactical and competitive experience.
Fazit
Metropolys is recommended for families and hobby gamers looking for an accessible auction and area control game with an urban theme. Expert players might find it too simple.
