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Asmodee Splendor Gem Trading Strategy Board Game, 2-4 Players
Asmodee Splendor Gem Trading Strategy Board Game, 2-4 PlayersCheck price on Amazon
Azul Mosaic Tile-Placement Strategy Board Game, 2-4 Players, 30-45 Min
Azul Mosaic Tile-Placement Strategy Board Game, 2-4 Players, 30-45 MinCheck price on Amazon
Buyer rating4.94.8
Price$31.99$31.99
Our score8.8/108.5/10
Buyer ratings15,011 ratings16,664 ratings
BrandAsmodeeAsmodee
Best forFast-playing engine building for small groupsTactical drafting at low player counts
Component durability8.8/109.2/10
Setup and organization9.0/10—
Rules accessibility9.2/10—
Player count flexibility8.0/10—
Standalone completeness9.0/109.4/10
Insert utility—6.8/10
Player scaling—8.5/10
Rules clarity—8.8/10
Included Components40 Plastic tokens, 90 Development cards, 10 Noble tiles, 1 rulebook100 Resin Tiles, 4 Player boards, 9 Factory displays, 4 Scoring markers, 1 Starting player marker, 1 Linen bag
Type of GameBoard Game—
Number of Players2-4 Players—
Average Playtime30 Minutes—
Recommended Player AgeAges 10+—
Game ObjectivesRenaissance merchants race to grab gems, acquire property, and please nobility.—
Strategy GameYes—
ThemeRenaissance Merchants—
Set Collection GameYes—
Resource Management GameYes—
Expansion(s) AvailableYes—
Age Range Descriptionall96 months to 1188 months
Model Year2019—
Item Type NameBoard GameBoard Game
Brand NameAsmodeeAsmodee
Unit Count1 Count1 Count
Model Name—NM6010
Set Name—Azul
Item Highlight—For mosaic fans, draft tiles to build a wall, Award-winning balance of beauty and strategy, Shifting tiles keep games unique
Edition—Family Edition,Kids Edition
Our verdictSplendor is a tightly tuned engine builder whose sweet spot sits firmly at three players for optimal board churn. The stock plastic insert accommodates the heavy poker-style chips and cards neatly, though sleeved cards may require aftermarket storage. The base game is self-contained, with expansions entirely optional.A pure drafting design whose strategic sweet spot sits firmly at two or three players, where tile tracking remains calculable. The resin components are exceptionally tactile, though the flat player boards allow scored tiles to slide out of position if bumped. The game stands entirely on its own with no expansions required to complete the loop.
Pros and cons
  • Tactile and satisfying chip components
  • Functional stock insert for unsleeved components
  • Plays cleanly with zero expansions needed
  • Four-player count introduces higher downtime
  • Stock insert does not support sleeved cards
  • Exceptional tactile tile quality
  • Zero expansions needed for full depth
  • Fast setup and breakdown time
  • Flat player boards lack recessed grids
  • Play becomes mean and unforgiving at two

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