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Tiletum INTERNATIONAL GAMERS AWARD NOMINIERT 2023 GOLDEN GEEK NOMINIERT 2022

Tiletum

1-4
Players
100
Minutes
14+
Age
2022
Published

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What to Expect

In Tiletum, you play as wealthy merchants traveling across Renaissance Europe, from Flanders to Venice. You acquire trade contracts for wool and iron, collect coats of arms, invest in cathedrals, gain noble favor, and participate in fairs. Dice have a dual role: they provide resources equal to their value and allow actions whose strength is inversely related to the dice value.

Who Is This Game For?

Tiletum targets experienced Eurogame players who enjoy strategic depth and dice management. The 100-minute playtime requires patience and planning. It includes a solo mode, making it suitable for solo gamers interested in Renaissance themes and dice drafting. Prior experience with such mechanics is beneficial.

How It Works

The game uses Dice Drafting: dice are rolled each round, and on your turn, you select a die to gain resources equal to its value. You then perform an action whose power is inversely proportional to that value. Action Points govern your ability to fulfill contracts, build cathedrals, and gain influence. End Game Bonuses reward strategic planning.

Action Drafting Action Points Contracts Dice Rolling End Game Bonuses Point to Point Movement

What Makes It Special

Designed by Simone Luciani and Daniele Tascini, Tiletum was nominated in 2022 for awards like Board Game Quest Awards Best Strategy/Euro Game and Golden Geek Heavy Game of the Year. It blends Dice Drafting with Action Points in a Renaissance setting, creating a unique mix of resource management and strategic depth.

Awards

INTERNATIONAL GAMERS AWARD NOMINIERT 2023
Nominated
2023
GOLDEN GEEK NOMINIERT 2022
Nominated
2022
  • 2023 Goblin Magnifico — Nominated
  • 2023 Jogo do Ano — Nominated
  • 2022 Board Game Quest Awards Best Strategy/Euro Game — Nominated
  • 2022 Meeples Choice Award — Nominated

Pro

  • Innovative blend of Dice Drafting and Action Points
  • Rich Renaissance theme
  • Includes solo mode
  • Nominated for multiple prestigious awards

Contra

  • Relatively long playtime around 100 minutes
  • Complex rules for newcomers
  • Minimum age 14 limits family play with younger kids

Setting & Atmosphäre

Set in Renaissance Europe, from Flanders to Venice, Tiletum puts you in the role of a wealthy merchant seeking influence and prestige during a time of trade and cultural growth.

Tipp für Einsteiger

Focus on understanding the dice mechanics and plan your actions ahead to use resources efficiently.

Häufige Fragen

Can I play this solo?

Yes, Tiletum includes a solo mode.

How long does a game really take?

A game lasts about 100 minutes, including setup.

What prior experience do I need?

Experience with complex Eurogames and dice drafting helps.

How does this compare to similar games?

Tiletum uniquely combines Dice Drafting with Action Points in a Renaissance setting for deep strategy.

Is this suitable for families?

Due to complexity and minimum age 14, it’s better suited for experienced players than young families.

What mechanic makes it special?

The key mechanic is the inverse relationship between dice value and action strength combined with Dice Drafting.

Fazit

Tiletum is recommended for seasoned Eurogame fans interested in Renaissance themes and dice mechanics. Beginners may find it complex, but the solo mode adds replay options.