Trickerion: Collector's Edition
- Designer Richard Ámann , Viktor Péter
- Publisher Mindclash Games , Corax Games , CrowD Games , Grok Games , Korea Boardgames
- Illustration Villő Farkas , László Fejes
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Start for freeWhat to Expect
You play as a Victorian-era magician managing apprentices and specialists to prepare magic tricks and perform theater shows. Using worker placement and simultaneous action selection, you gather magical components, expand your trick repertoire, and stage performances each round. Shows earn money and fame, and the player with the most fame points wins.
Who Is This Game For?
Trickerion targets experienced and expert players aged 14 and up who enjoy complex Eurogames with thematic depth. With a playtime around 180 minutes, patience and strategic planning are required. Prior experience with worker placement and engine building is beneficial.
How It Works
The game uses action points to plan actions via an action queue. Players simultaneously select actions and roll dice to activate tricks and effects. Through deck, bag, and pool building, you expand your capabilities while collecting components and preparing shows. The goal is to gain fame to unlock better tricks.
What Makes It Special
Designed by Richard Ámann and Viktor Péter, Trickerion blends complex mechanics like worker placement and simultaneous action selection. The Collector's Edition includes multiple modules and a solo mode. It was nominated for the 2023 Geek Media Awards Hardcore Game of the Year and the 2025 Gra Roku Expert Game of the Year. It belongs to the Trickerion family with a Victorian thematic focus.
Awards
- 2025 Gra Roku Expert Game of the Year — Nominated
- 2023 Geek Media Awards Hardcore Game of the Year — Nominated
Pro
- Complex blend of worker placement and simultaneous action selection
- Rich thematic setting of Victorian illusionists
- Includes solo mode and multiple modules in Collector's Edition
- Nominated for Geek Media Awards 2023 and Gra Roku 2025
Contra
- Long playtime of about 180 minutes demands patience
- High complexity, less suitable for casual players
- Minimum age of 14 restricts younger audiences
Setting & Atmosphäre
Set in the Victorian era, you play as a magician competing in magical theater shows. The theme revolves around stage magic, rival artists, and the post-Napoleonic period.
Tipp für Einsteiger
Take time to learn the action points and simultaneous action selection mechanics before trying advanced strategies.
Häufige Fragen
Can I play this solo?
Yes, the Collector's Edition includes a solo mode for single-player play.
How long does a game really take?
A game lasts about 180 minutes, requiring a longer session including setup.
What prior experience do I need?
Experience with complex Eurogames and mechanics like worker placement and engine building is helpful.
How does this compare to similar games?
Trickerion uniquely combines simultaneous action selection with action points and deck, bag, and pool building.
Is this suitable for families?
Due to its high complexity and minimum age of 14, it is better suited for experienced players.
What mechanic makes it special?
The core mechanics of action points, simultaneous action selection, and deck, bag, and pool building define the gameplay.
Fazit
Trickerion: Collector's Edition is a demanding thematic Eurogame suited for players who appreciate deep mechanics and long play sessions. Recommended for those who enjoy worker placement and extensive game systems.
