Pastiche
- Designer Sean MacDonald
- Publisher CardBoard Pirates , Eagle-Gryphon Games , Pegasus Spiele
- Illustration Jean Frédéric Bazille , Sandro Botticelli , Mary Cassatt , Paul Cézanne , Leonardo da Vinci , Edgar Degas
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Start for freeWhat to Expect
In Pastiche, players explore European masterpieces by collecting commission cards. You place hexagonal color tiles to mix primary colors and recreate the palettes used by famous artists. The game combines set collection with pattern building, teaching players about color mixing and art history. Completing commissions familiarizes players with renowned painters and their works.
Who Is This Game For?
Designed for families and casual gamers interested in art, Pastiche has a moderate complexity suitable for players aged 10 and up. With a typical playtime around 60 minutes, it fits well into a standard game night without requiring prior gaming experience.
How It Works
Pastiche centers on hand management, open drafting, and tile placement. Players draft commission cards and place hexagonal tiles to produce specific color mixtures. Through set collection, you fulfill commissions by matching color palettes. Trading with other players helps acquire needed colors, while pattern building occurs by strategically placing tiles to achieve the correct hues.
What Makes It Special
Designed by Sean MacDonald, Pastiche won the 2011 Mensa Select award and was nominated for the Origins Awards Best Boardgame. It stands out by combining educational elements about color theory and art history within a family-friendly game. It is part of Gryphon Games' Family Games series.
Awards
2011
- 2011 Origins Awards Best Boardgame — Nominated
Pro
- Educational integration of art and color theory
- Winner of the 2011 Mensa Select award
- Combines hand management and tile placement mechanics
- Moderate playtime around 60 minutes
Contra
- Supports only 2 to 4 players
- Requires interest in art and colors
- Not suitable for players under 10 years
Setting & Atmosphäre
The game is set in the world of European art spanning the last six centuries, blending Renaissance themes with educational focus on painting and color palettes.
Tipp für Einsteiger
Focus on understanding the color palettes needed for your commissions and practice mixing colors through tile placement.
Häufige Fragen
Can I play this solo?
Pastiche is designed for 2 to 4 players and does not include a solo mode.
How long does a game really take?
A typical game lasts about 60 minutes, suitable for a regular game night.
What prior experience do I need?
The game is accessible to families and casual gamers with no extensive prior experience required.
How does this compare to similar games?
Pastiche uniquely combines color theory and art history with mechanics like open drafting and tile placement in an art-themed setting.
Is this suitable for families?
Yes, it is a family game for ages 10 and up with moderate complexity and educational value.
What mechanic makes it special?
The blend of hand management, open drafting, and tile placement for color mixing is central.
Fazit
Pastiche is recommended for families and art enthusiasts looking for an educational yet strategic game with a moderate duration. It is especially fitting for those interested in painting and color mixing.
