Windmill Valley
- Designer Dani Garcia
- Publisher Board&Dice , BO3 Studio , Bohemian Games , CMON Global Limited , GateOnGames
- Illustration Pedro Codeço , Zbigniew Umgelter
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Start for freeWhat to Expect
In Windmill Valley, you take on the role of tulip farmers in late 19th century Netherlands. Players rotate gears on their windmill board to select actions like planting tulips, building windmills, hiring helpers, and trading in the market. You develop your engine, fulfill contracts, and compete for victory points in a game featuring multi-use cards and network building.
Who Is This Game For?
This game suits enthusiasts and experienced families aged 14 and up. With a 90-minute playtime, it requires patience and strategic planning. Prior knowledge of rondel and engine-building mechanics helps in making tactical decisions.
How It Works
Windmill Valley uses a rondel mechanism where players rotate the gears of their windmill to activate actions such as planting tulips, building windmills, hiring helpers, and trading on the market. Multi-use cards and end game bonuses add depth, while network and route building shape the board dynamically. A solo mode is included for single players.
What Makes It Special
Designed by Dani Garcia, Windmill Valley was nominated for the 2024 Golden Geek Medium Game of the Year and won the 2024 UK Games Expo Best Boardgame (Euro-Style) People's Choice Award. It blends rondel, multi-use cards, and market mechanics in a floral Dutch theme and belongs to the LongPack Games family.
Awards
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2024
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- 2025 Gra Roku Advanced Game of the Year — Nominated
Pro
- Elegant rondel mechanism for quick and tactical turns
- High replayability with various action options and end game bonuses
- Includes solo mode for solo play
- Attractive, thematic Dutch flower setting
Contra
- Requires patience and strategic thinking for its 90-minute duration
- Complexity better suited for enthusiasts than casual families
- Recommended for ages 14 and up, less suitable for younger children
Setting & Atmosphäre
Set in late 19th century Netherlands, the game features iconic windmills and colorful tulip fields along the famous Bloemen Route, combining historical context with a beautiful floral landscape.
Tipp für Einsteiger
Focus on understanding the rondel mechanism early and experiment with different action combinations to master engine building.
Häufige Fragen
Can I play this solo?
Yes, Windmill Valley includes a solo mode for single players.
How long does a game really take?
A typical game lasts about 90 minutes, including setup.
What prior experience do I need?
The game targets enthusiasts; experience with rondel and engine-building mechanics is helpful.
How does this compare to similar games?
Windmill Valley combines rondel, multi-use cards, and market mechanics in a tulip farming theme.
Is this suitable for families?
It is recommended for ages 14 and up and is more of an enthusiast game than a casual family title.
What mechanic makes it special?
The use of a rondel for action selection combined with multi-use cards and market mechanics defines its uniqueness.
Fazit
Windmill Valley is recommended for players seeking a light to medium-weight Eurogame with strategic depth. Fans of engine-building and market mechanics will find a well-balanced game with solo options.
