Villagers
- Designer Haakon Gaarder
- Publisher Sinister Fish Games , Angry Lion Games , Arrakis Games , CMON Global Limited , Fractal Juegos
- Illustration Haakon Gaarder
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Start for freeWhat to Expect
You lead a village after a great plague in the Middle Ages. Players select refugees with unique skills from an open draft to create a thriving community by combining abilities and managing limited food and resources. The game also includes a solo mode where a single village faces challenges from a rival countess.
Who Is This Game For?
Villagers targets hobby gamers and families with some experience who enjoy card games and engine-building mechanics. With a playtime of around 60 minutes, it fits well into a game night. Beginners can handle the rules, and the solo mode offers additional flexibility.
How It Works
The core mechanic is open drafting, where players choose cards from a visible row. Players collect sets of cards that work together in their tableau to build a functioning village. Managing resources like food and tools is crucial. In solo play, you face the obstacles posed by the countess.
What Makes It Special
Haakon Gaarder combines tableau building with open drafting in a medieval village theme. Villagers was nominated for the 2019 Golden Geek Best Card Game and is part of several crowdfunding and digital implementations, increasing its accessibility.
Awards
2019
Pro
- Includes solo mode
- Combines open drafting and set collection
- Medieval village building theme
- 2019 Golden Geek Best Card Game nominee
Contra
- Up to 5 players, longer playtime with more players
- Requires resource management and planning
- May be complex for younger players aged 10+
Setting & Atmosphäre
Set in the Middle Ages after a devastating plague, you found a new village by selecting refugees with diverse skills and managing scarce resources to build a community.
Tipp für Einsteiger
Focus on selecting cards with complementary abilities and manage your resources carefully to grow your village steadily.
Häufige Fragen
Can I play this solo?
Yes, Villagers includes a solo mode for single-player gaming.
How long does a game really take?
A typical game lasts about 60 minutes, making it a manageable playtime.
What prior experience do I need?
The game is suited for hobby gamers and families with some card game experience.
How does this compare to similar games?
Villagers uniquely combines open drafting with tableau building in a medieval village setting, offering a distinct engine-building experience.
Is this suitable for families?
It is suitable for families aged 10 and up with some gaming experience; younger players might find it challenging.
What mechanic makes it special?
The combination of open drafting and set collection within tableau building stands out.
Fazit
Villagers is recommended for players who appreciate medieval themes with engine-building and drafting, as well as solo play. It might be complex for pure family gamers.
