Quietville
- Designer Michael Schacht
- Publisher AMIGO , Kanga Games , Kikigagne? , More Fun Co., Ltd. , Nasza Księgarnia
- Illustration Jessica R. E. Bethke , Hans-Jörg Brehm , Design Edge , Marco Echevarria , Mariusz Gandzel , Michael Schacht
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Start for freeWhat to Expect
In Quietville, 3 to 5 players compete to become mayor of a city threatened by volcanoes, alien invasions, and a mutant dinosaur. Players collect cards to build the most prosperous city area while avoiding disasters. The game has four scoring rounds with unique scoring options, each used only once. Gameplay revolves around balancing risk and reward when buying cards and managing elephants that can damage your collection.
Who Is This Game For?
Quietville is a family game suitable for players aged 8 and up who enjoy quick 30-minute sessions. It is designed as an accessible game with simple rules, requiring little prior experience, ideal for casual and family players.
How It Works
Quietville combines Open Drafting, where players choose cards from an open pool, with Set Collection, gathering cards of specific types. On your turn, you can buy china cards, take elephants that may destroy some of your cards, or pass once per game. The four scoring rounds each present a different scoring method used only once, creating dynamic choices between risk and reward.
What Makes It Special
Designed by Michael Schacht, Quietville was nominated for the Golden Geek Best Card Game in 2007 and won Games Magazine Best New Family Card Game in 2008. It belongs to the 'Animals: Cattle / Cows' and 'Animals: Elephants' families and stands out as a reissue of 'Bull in a China Shop' / 'Der Elefant im Porzellanladen' with a unique blend of Open Drafting and Set Collection.
Awards
2007
- 2008 Games Magazine Best New Family Card Game — Winner
Pro
- Short playtime around 30 minutes
- Suitable for families aged 8 and up
- Player interaction through Open Drafting and Set Collection
- Winner of Games Magazine Best New Family Card Game 2008
Contra
- Only playable with 3 to 5 players
- Limited complexity for expert players
- No solo mode available
Setting & Atmosphäre
The game is set in the fictional city of Quietville, threatened by natural disasters like volcanoes and unusual events such as alien invasions and a mutant dinosaur. This imaginative backdrop frames the card game experience.
Tipp für Einsteiger
Focus on balancing collecting china cards and managing elephants to maximize your scoring potential.
Häufige Fragen
Can I play this solo?
Quietville requires at least 3 players and is not designed for solo play.
How long does a game really take?
A game of Quietville lasts about 30 minutes, perfect for short sessions.
What prior experience do I need?
It is a family game with simple rules, requiring little to no prior experience.
How does this compare to similar games?
Quietville combines Open Drafting and Set Collection with unique scoring options used once per game and is a reissue of 'Bull in a China Shop' / 'Der Elefant im Porzellanladen'.
Is this suitable for families?
Yes, it is suitable for players aged 8 and up and designed as an accessible family game.
What mechanic makes it special?
The blend of Open Drafting and Set Collection mechanics creates tactical choices and interaction.
Fazit
Quietville is a recommended family card game for 3 to 5 players with simple rules and a short playtime. It suits players looking for light tactical gameplay with easy-to-learn mechanics.
