Targi
- Designer Andreas Steiger
- Publisher KOSMOS , 999 Games , Broadway Toys LTD , Devir , Filosofia Éditions
- Illustration Taira Akitsu , Franz Vohwinkel
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Start for freeWhat to Expect
You lead a Tuareg tribe, trade near and far goods to gain gold and benefits, and acquire tribal cards that provide advantages and victory points. Play revolves around placing meeples on border action spaces and taking cards from the central grid that match rows and columns. Most cards are played or discarded immediately; one card can be kept in hand but needs a special action to use.
Who Is This Game For?
Targi is a mid-weight game for two players aged 12 and up (min_age 12). It suits players comfortable with strategic planning and familiar with tableau and set-collection mechanics rather than casual party gamers.
How It Works
The game uses a Modular Board concept with a 5x5 Square Grid: border squares show actions, the center holds dealt cards. Players alternately place meeples on edge spaces (excluding corners), execute those actions, and take center cards matching their border placements. Tableau Building, Pattern Building and End Game Bonuses from collected cards determine scoring.
What Makes It Special
Designed by Andreas Steiger, Targi won the Fairplay À la carte in 2012 (winner) and was nominated for the Spiel des Jahres Kennerspiel in 2012. Its mix of border-based action selection and a central grid creates tight two-player tactical interaction.
Awards
2013
2012
2012
- 2014 MinD-Spieletipp — Nominated
- 2012 Fairplay À la carte — Winner
- 2012 À-la-carte-Kartenspielpreis — Winner
Pro
- Focused two-player duel with border action placement
- Meaningful tableau building and set collection for long-term strategy
- Around 60 minutes playtime fits many game nights
- Awarded Fairplay À la carte (2012)
Contra
- Strictly a two-player design
- Higher complexity than light family games; learning curve
- Interaction mainly through blocking edge placements
Setting & Atmosphäre
The theme centers on the Tuareg people in the North African desert: players act as tribe leaders trading goods and expanding their families via tribal cards. This derives from the game's description and category tags.
Tipp für Einsteiger
Learn the border action spaces first and how center cards feed your tableau; building a coherent tableau pays off over rounds.
Häufige Fragen
Can I play this solo?
No. Targi is designed specifically for two players.
How long does a game really take?
Listed duration is about 60 minutes; allow extra time for setup and first-time explanation.
What prior experience do I need?
Familiarity with set-collection or tableau mechanics helps; it's a mid-weight, not an introductory family game.
How does this compare to similar games?
Targi combines border-based action selection with a central grid and tableau building, emphasizing direct two-player tactics.
Is this suitable for families?
With a minimum age of 12 and mid-weight complexity, it's better for older family members or experienced players.
What mechanic makes it special?
The interplay of Modular Board edge actions, Open Drafting from the center, and Tableau Building defines the game's character.
Fazit
Targi is a compact, tactical two-player experience with strong tableau focus; recommended if you want head-to-head set-collection strategy. Not suitable if you need a multiplayer or party game.
