Mosaic: A Story of Civilization
- Designer Glenn Drover
- Publisher Forbidden Games , Arrakis Games , Gém Klub Kft. , Pendragon Game Studio , Portal Games
- Illustration Jared Blando , Hendrik Noack , Jacoby O'Connor , Grzegorz Pedrycz , Jessica Riola , Erica Rossi
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Start for freeWhat to Expect
In Mosaic, players develop their own civilization by selecting from eight actions and acquiring civilization pillars. These pillars unlock technologies and scoring opportunities. Specializing in pillars can trigger ‘Golden Ages’. As the game progresses, scoring cards reveal points based on regional dominance through cities, wonders, and military units. After the third scoring round, a final turn ends the game.
Who Is This Game For?
Mosaic targets experienced gamers aged 14 and up who enjoy complex civilization and area control games. The game lasts about 120 minutes and supports 2 to 6 players. While prior knowledge of Glenn Drover’s games isn’t required, familiarity with engine-building and hand management mechanics is beneficial.
How It Works
The game features mechanics like Action Queue, Hand Management, and Area Majority. On your turn, you pick one of eight actions to acquire civilization pillars and strengthen control over regions. Open Drafting and Set Collection support building your civilization’s engine. Scoring cards revealed during play provide bonuses and award points based on regions you dominate and milestones achieved.
What Makes It Special
Designed by Glenn Drover, known for Sid Meier's Civilization: The Boardgame, Mosaic was nominated for the 2022 Golden Geek Medium Game of the Year and Meeples Choice Award. It stands out with its unique civilization pillar system combined with area majority mechanics. Mosaic is part of the LongPack Games series and was Kickstarter-backed.
Awards
2022
- 2022 Meeples Choice Award — Nominated
Pro
- Deep strategy through Action Queue and Hand Management
- Unique civilization pillar engine-building system
- Nominated for multiple awards in 2022
- Flexible player count from 2 to 6
Contra
- No official solo mode in retail edition
- Complexity requires longer learning time
- Gameplay lasts around 120 minutes, needing patience
Setting & Atmosphäre
The game centers on building an ancient civilization with economic and territorial development. Players create a unique civilization shaped by technology, cities, wonders, and military presence.
Tipp für Einsteiger
Focus first on understanding core mechanics like Action Queue and Set Collection before exploring complex strategies.
Häufige Fragen
Can I play this solo?
The retail version does not include official solo rules; solo mode is only in the Kickstarter edition.
How long does a game really take?
A typical game lasts about 120 minutes, excluding setup.
What prior experience do I need?
Mosaic is aimed at experienced players familiar with complex civilization and engine-building games.
How does this compare to similar games?
Mosaic’s unique pillar system combined with Action Queue and Area Majority sets it apart from other civilization games.
Is this suitable for families?
Due to its complexity and age recommendation of 14+, it is better suited for experienced players than families with younger children.
What mechanic makes it special?
The distinctive civilization pillar engine combined with Action Queue and Area Majority defines Mosaic.
Fazit
Mosaic is recommended for players seeking deep and strategic civilization gameplay. It is less suitable for beginners due to its complexity and learning curve.
