Paper Tales
- Designer Masato Uesugi
- Publisher Catch Up Games , Engames , Evrikus , Frosted Games , Funiverse
- Illustration Christine Alcouffe
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Start for freeWhat to Expect
In Paper Tales, you experience two centuries of kingdom expansion and battles. Players simultaneously draft cards to recruit units, buildings, and heroes into their realm. Managing your hand and resources carefully is key as your units age over time. The goal is to build a powerful kingdom and earn legend points through strategic decisions and adapting to evolving opportunities.
Who Is This Game For?
Paper Tales suits experienced players looking for a strategic card game with a relatively short playtime of about 30 minutes. It is a gateway-level game requiring some familiarity with drafting and hand management but accessible to those willing to learn.
How It Works
The core mechanic is Closed Drafting, where players simultaneously select from a limited card pool. Selected units are recruited into your kingdom if you can pay the costs. You manage your hand to optimize battles, income generation, and building construction. Secret Unit Deployment adds tactical depth, while End Game Bonuses influence scoring.
What Makes It Special
Designed by Masato Uesugi and recommended for the Kennerspiel des Jahres 2019, Paper Tales merges simultaneous drafting with a fantasy setting. It is part of the Creatures family and is available digitally on platforms like Google Play and Steam, combining card drafting with unit aging.
Awards
2019
Pro
- Short playtime of about 30 minutes
- Combination of Closed Drafting and simultaneous action selection
- Rich fantasy theme with diverse units and buildings
- Kennerspiel des Jahres 2019 recommended
Contra
- No solo mode available
- Requires strategic thinking and some experience
- Limited player count from 2 to 5
Setting & Atmosphäre
Set in a fantasy world of rival kingdoms, players develop their realms over two centuries with heroes, units, and buildings, crafting their own legends.
Tipp für Einsteiger
Focus on balancing your units and buildings while adapting your strategy to the cards you draft.
Häufige Fragen
Can I play this solo?
No, Paper Tales is designed for 2 to 5 players and does not include a solo mode.
How long does a game really take?
A typical game lasts about 30 minutes, making it a quick card game.
What prior experience do I need?
Paper Tales is a gateway-level game; some knowledge of drafting and hand management helps.
How does this compare to similar games?
It combines simultaneous drafting with unit aging and secret unit deployment, adding tactical depth.
Is this suitable for families?
With a minimum age of 12 and moderate complexity, it is better suited for experienced players than young families.
What mechanic makes it special?
Closed Drafting combined with simultaneous action selection and secret unit deployment characterize the gameplay.
Fazit
Paper Tales is a solid pick for players seeking a quick yet strategically rich drafting card game in a fantasy world. Its short duration fits well for those with limited gaming time.
