Speakeasy
- Designer Vital Lacerda
- Publisher Eagle-Gryphon Games , CrowD Games , Delta Vision Publishing , Korea Boardgames , Maldito Games
- Illustration Ian O'Toole
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Start for freeWhat to Expect
In Speakeasy, you play as a mobster managing your speakeasy empire in Prohibition-era Manhattan. You place workers strategically, manage cards, and deliver illicit liquor to gain influence across districts. Form alliances, watch out for the police and rival mobs, and build your wealth. The blend of area majority, hand management, and pick-up-and-deliver mechanics challenges your economic and tactical skills.
Who Is This Game For?
Speakeasy targets experienced gamers who enjoy complex economic strategy and worker placement games. With a playtime around 180 minutes, it requires patience and focus. Suitable for ages 14 and up, it includes a solo mode for single players seeking a challenge.
How It Works
The game combines worker placement, where you assign your figures to action spaces, with hand management to optimize card use. Through pick-up-and-deliver, you distribute illegal goods, competing for area majority in Manhattan's districts. You recruit helpers, upgrade speakeasies, and manage resources to accumulate the most money by game's end.
What Makes It Special
Designed by Vital Lacerda, known for complex economic games, Speakeasy offers a thematic experience of US Prohibition. Its unique mix of area majority, hand management, and pick-up-and-deliver in a mafia setting sets it apart. It is part of a thematic series focusing on 1920s New York.
Pro
- Complex combination of worker placement and hand management
- Detailed 1920s Prohibition theme
- Includes solo mode
- High strategic depth with area majority and pick-up-and-deliver
Contra
- Long playtime around 180 minutes
- High complexity, not for casual gamers
- Recommended age 14+
Setting & Atmosphäre
The game is set in 1920s New York City during the US Prohibition. Manhattan is divided into districts controlled by mobsters. Players operate in this era of illegal liquor trade and mafia influence.
Tipp für Einsteiger
Take time to understand the mechanics and focus first on efficient worker placement.
Häufige Fragen
Can I play this solo?
Yes, Speakeasy includes a solo mode suitable for single players.
How long does a game really take?
A game lasts about 180 minutes; allow extra time for setup and explanation.
What prior experience do I need?
The game is aimed at experienced players familiar with worker placement and hand management.
How does this compare to similar games?
Speakeasy uniquely combines area majority, hand management, and pick-up-and-deliver in a 1920s mafia setting.
Is this suitable for families?
Due to complexity and age recommendation of 14+, it suits families with experienced gamers.
What mechanic makes it special?
The mix of worker placement with area majority and hand management creates tactical depth.
Fazit
Speakeasy is a demanding strategy game for players ready for long, deep economic sessions with worker placement. Casual players might find the length and complexity challenging.
