PARKS

1-5

Players

Minutes

10+

Age

2019

Published

Designer Henry Audubon
Publisher Keymaster Games , Albi , Albi Polska , Feuerland Spiele , Lavka Games
Illustration Fifty-Nine Parks Print Series

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What to Expect

You control two hikers who trek along changing trails across four seasons, take actions, collect memories as resources, and exchange sets to visit National Parks. Trails are modular and reshuffled between seasons, creating varied routes. Events, Campfires and gear modify access to resources and create interactive moments with other players.

Who Is This Game For?

PARKS is aimed at families and casual to mid-weight players; the recommended age is 10+. With a playtime around 60 minutes and a solo mode, it fits both game nights and solo sessions. Some experience with tactical decision-making and light engine building helps but isn't required.

How It Works

The game features Track Movement on a Modular Board: hikers move along trail tiles that change each season. Players perform actions to collect resources and form sets to visit parks (End Game Bonuses/Contracts apply). Events alter gameplay between rounds, and there is an included Solo/Solitaire variant. Overall it blends set-collection with moderate player interaction.

Contracts End Game Bonuses Events Modular Board Solo / Solitaire Game Track Movement

What Makes It Special

Designed by Henry Audubon, PARKS is notable for its artwork from the Fifty-Nine Parks Print Series and high production values. It received multiple Board Game Quest Awards in 2019, including wins for Best Family Game and Best Game from a Small Publisher.

Awards

2019 Board Game Quest Awards Best Family Game — Winner
2019 Board Game Quest Awards Best Game from a Small Publisher — Winner
2019 Board Game Quest Awards Best Production Values — Nominated
2019 Cardboard Republic Socializer Laurel — Nominated

Pro

Beautiful art from Fifty-Nine Parks Print Series
Accessible family gameplay with a Solo mode (1–5 players)
Modular trails and seasonal reshuffles increase replayability
Clear mechanics blending Track Movement, Events and Set-Collection

Contra

Limited strategic depth for heavy gamers
Initial setup and explanation take additional time for first plays

Setting & Atmosphäre

The theme centers on visiting United States National Parks, with each round representing a different season and featuring landscape-focused art from the Fifty-Nine Parks series.

Tipp für Einsteiger

Focus on collecting complete sets and use shared spaces like Campfires and gear options to smooth resource shortages; learn seasonal changes before planning complex combos.

Häufige Fragen

Can I play this solo?

Yes. PARKS includes solo rules and supports 1–5 players.

How long does a game really take?

The listed duration is about 60 minutes; first plays with explanation may run longer.

What prior experience do I need?

Basic experience with family/mid-weight games is sufficient; no advanced expertise required.

How does this compare to similar games?

PARKS stands out by combining Track Movement on modular trails with strong thematic art, differing from simpler set-collection titles.

Is this suitable for families?

Yes. It's designed for ages 10+, family-friendly, and won family-category awards in 2019.

What mechanic makes it special?

The Track Movement over modular, seasonally changing trails is the core distinctive mechanic.

Fazit

PARKS is recommended for players who value theme and presentation in a roughly one-hour family game. Competitive groups seeking deep strategy may find it too light.