Queendomino
- Designer Bruno Cathala
- Publisher Blue Orange (EU) , Blue Orange Games , Blackrock Games , Coiledspring Games , FoxGames
- Illustration Cyril Bouquet
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Start for freeWhat to Expect
In Queendomino, players build their own kingdom by placing terrain tiles like wheat fields, forests, and mountains on a 5x5 or 7x7 grid. Knights and towns add strategic layers by granting coins and opportunities for new tactics. Players choose tiles through open drafting and must consider the dragon’s threat. The game combines mechanics such as Pattern Building, Tile Placement, and Enclosure.
Who Is This Game For?
Queendomino is aimed at families and casual gamers aged 8 and up who enjoy light strategy games. With a playing time of about 25 minutes, it fits well into short gaming sessions. It requires some patience to learn the overlapping mechanics but is accessible as an introduction to more complex tile-laying games.
How It Works
Players draft tiles openly from a market to expand their kingdom, placing them adjacent to matching terrains (Tile Placement). Turn order is determined by claiming actions (Turn Order: Claim Action). Enclosure mechanics allow players to form towns that yield extra points. Pattern Building is key to creating valuable combinations and scoring opportunities.
What Makes It Special
Designed by Bruno Cathala, Queendomino is a standalone sequel to Kingdomino offering more complex challenges. It was nominated for the 2017 Golden Geek Best Family Board Game and won the 2018 UK Games Expo Best Expansion Judges Award. Its connection to Kingdomino enables expanded play with larger kingdoms and more players.
Awards
2018
2018
2017
- 2018 Årets Spill Best Family Game — Nominated
- 2018 Gouden Ludo Best Family Game — Nominated
Pro
- Short playtime around 25 minutes
- Family-friendly with strategic depth
- Integrates with Kingdomino for expanded gameplay
- Uses multiple mechanics like Open Drafting and Tile Placement
Contra
- No solo mode available
- New players may need time to learn the mechanics
- Limited to 2-4 players
Setting & Atmosphäre
Set in a medieval fantasy world, players develop kingdoms featuring wheat fields, forests, mountains, and castles while competing for the queen’s favor.
Tipp für Einsteiger
Focus first on placing tiles correctly and gradually explore building complex patterns for better scoring.
Häufige Fragen
Can I play this solo?
Queendomino is designed for 2 to 4 players and does not include a solo mode.
How long does a game really take?
A typical game of Queendomino lasts about 25 minutes, making it suitable for quick sessions.
What prior experience do I need?
The game suits families and casual players aged 8+, with basic understanding of tile-laying games.
How does this compare to similar games?
Queendomino is a standalone sequel to Kingdomino with added complexity and new mechanics.
Is this suitable for families?
Yes, it is designed as a family game for players aged 8 and above.
What mechanic makes it special?
The combination of Open Drafting, Tile Placement, and Enclosure mechanics provides strategic depth.
Fazit
Queendomino is recommended for players seeking a quick, strategic family tile-laying game. Beginners benefit from a brief explanation to grasp the combined mechanics.
