Tenby
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- Designer Benjie Talbott
- Publisher Cosy Cub Games , Cranio Creations , DSV Games , Intrafin Games , JEC
- Illustration Benjie Talbott
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What to Expect
You build a picturesque coastal town in Tenby by drafting and placing cards that add terraces, piers and landmarks. Each round has Day, Night and Cleanup phases: Night cards set the order for selecting Day cards, while Day cards set action order and the next round’s Night order. Points come from arranging cards and enlisting local residents. The game ends after the last action in the tenth round.
Who Is This Game For?
Tenby suits experienced family players and hobby gamers; the minimum age is 8 and a solo mode is included. With a roughly 60-minute playtime it fits a typical game-night slot. Prior experience with drafting and pattern-building is helpful.
How It Works
Core mechanics are Action Drafting and Open Drafting combined with Pattern Building; the game also includes Solitaire rules. Players draft Day and Night cards each round to determine turn order and available actions, then place cards into their town to create scoring patterns. The interaction between Day and Night cards forces planning across rounds without going into rule detail.
What Makes It Special
Designed by Benjie Talbott, Tenby ties city-building theme to a two-layer drafting system (Day/Night) that dynamically controls turn order and actions. The explicit setting is the Welsh seaside town Tenby and solo play is supported. As a card game focused on pattern-building it differs from typical worker-placement or engine-building titles.
Pro
- Unique Day/Night drafting interaction
- Pattern-building emphasis when placing cards
- Includes solo mode
- Reasonable playtime (~60 minutes) for experienced groups
Contra
- Two-layer card structure can be confusing for newcomers
- Decision-heavy rounds may make time tight within 60 minutes
Setting & atmosphere
The game is set in the Welsh coastal town of Tenby: colorful streets, piers, beaches and local residents shape the theme, as stated in the publisher description.
Tips for beginners
Focus on completing simple patterns first and track the Day/Night order to stabilise your planning.
Frequently asked questions
Can I play this solo?
Yes. The mechanics list includes a Solo / Solitaire Game and players.min = 1.
How long does a game really take?
The listed duration is about 60 minutes; initial plays with explanation may run longer.
What prior experience do I need?
Familiarity with drafting and pattern-building mechanics is helpful; the game targets hobby players and experienced families.
How does this compare to similar games?
Tenby pairs card drafting with city-building and pattern scoring, making turn-order manipulation more prominent than in simple draft-only games.
Is this suitable for families?
Minimum age is 8, but the mechanics lean toward experienced family groups rather than very young children.
What mechanic makes it special?
The combination of Action/Open Drafting and Pattern Building plus the Day/Night card interaction is central.
Fazit
Recommended for players who enjoy drafting and tableau-building in about 60 minutes; solo players are covered. Newcomers may need a round to get used to the Day/Night interaction.
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