King Ludwig II of Bavaria has commissioned you and up to three other players to build the biggest, most extravagant castle ever" per his ever-changing whims, of course. In this clever tile-laying game, each player acts as a building contractor, constructing a castle for the King. For each round, one player becomes the Master Builder; this player draws tiles and sets their prices. The other players then take turns buying room tiles and paying the Master Builder accordingly (which gives the contractor money for future rounds). After purchasing tiles, players add them on to their castle, earning points based on the size, type, and location of the room. Finished rooms earn special rewards. After several rounds, the game ends, and additional points are awarded for achieving bonus goals, having the most popular rooms, and responding to the King's demands. Whoever has the best castle wins!
Nominated for numerous Golden Geek game awards and the 2015 Mensa Select Winner, this incredibly thematic game is perfect for families & gamers alike. The concept is intuitive, the illustrations are fitting, and the overall design is beautiful; it actually feels like you are creating a one-of-a-kind castle! For 2-4 players; 90 minutes.
