# 7 Wonders (Second Edition): Cities ## General Info - **Year Published**: 2020 - **BGG Rating**: 8.0 - **BGG Rank**: — - **Players**: 3-7 (Best with: 5) - **Duration**: 40 min - **Weight**: 2.28 / 5 - **Designers**: Antoine Bauza - **Artists**: Etienne Hebinger, Miguel Coimbra - **Publishers**: Repos Production, ADC Blackfire Entertainment, Galápagos Jogos, Gémklub, Hobby Japan, Korea Boardgames, Rebel Sp. z o.o., Ігромаг - **Categories**: Ancient, Card Game, City Building, Civilization, Expansion for Base-game - **Mechanics**: Hand Management, Open Drafting, Set Collection, Simultaneous Action Selection, Team-Based Game, Variable Player Powers ## Verdict If you love 7 Wonders, Cities will make you fall in love – more action, more diplomacy, and plenty of laughs.Increased interactionFun City cardsTeam modeModerate complexityMore componentsHIGHLY RECOMMENDED ## Description Think of 7 Wonders, but with a dash of espionage, diplomacy, and faction alliances. 7 Wonders – Cities brings 42 “City” cards into the age phase, plus two new wonders that add a fun twist. What changes? Now each player can choose between mercenaries, thieves, spies, or diplomats, each offering unique effects – for example, thieves can steal cards from opponents, while diplomats can trade resources. The hand‑management system remains, but the presence of debt cards and diplomacy tokens adds a risk layer: you can owe a rival and have to pay a higher price at the end. The expansion also introduces a team mode (for 4 or 6 players), where two teams compete, share resources, and vie for points. If you love the open‑draft mechanic of 7 Wonders, you’ll notice the City cards increase interaction, making each turn more unpredictable. Components are high quality: wonder boards, 42 City cards, 26 debt tokens, 4 diplomacy tokens, score sheets, and a detailed rulebook. In terms of time, the game stays around 40 minutes even with the expansion, and the complexity remains the same: easy to learn but with enough strategic layers to keep veterans engaged. In short, Cities is the perfect upgrade for anyone who loves 7 Wonders and wants more interaction and diplomatic tension – and it can be played in teams if you want to mix things up. ## How to Play Game Objective In 7 Wonders: Cities, players take on the role of leaders of ancient civilizations, competing to build the most prosperous and influential city. The goal is to accumulate Victory Points by constructing structures, scientific development, military power, and diplomacy. The game ends after Age III, and the player with the most Victory Points wins. Setup Setup follows the basic rules of 7 Wonders, with some specific adjustments for the Cities expansion: Separate the Black cards into three decks (Age I, Age II, and Age III) and shuffle each one. Draw random Black cards equal to the number of players. The remaining cards are not used. Shuffle the Purple cards from the base game and draw a number of cards equal to the number of players +2. Add the selected Black and Purple cards to the corresponding Age decks of the base game and shuffle each one. Place the Debt tokens and Diplomacy tokens in the center of the table. Refer to the manual for details on this section. Game Flow The game follows the same rules as 7 Wonders, with three new rules introduced by the Cities expansion: Extra Turn: At the start of each Age, each player receives 8 cards (instead of 7), resulting in an extra turn per Age. Losing Coins and Debts: Certain Black cards cause players to lose Coins or acquire Debts. Diplomacy: Certain Black cards and the Byzantium Wonder grant Diplomacy tokens, which allow players to avoid Military Conflicts. Refer to the manual for details on this section. Actions and How to Play During the game, players can perform the following actions: Build Structures: Play cards to build structures that provide resources, Victory Points, or special abilities. Lose Coins and Acquire Debts: If a Black card requires it, players may lose Coins or acquire Debts. Use Diplomacy: With Diplomacy tokens, players can avoid Military Conflicts. Refer to the manual for details on this section. End of Game and Scoring The game ends after Age III, following the resolution of Military Conflicts. Victory Points are tallied according to the base game rules, with the following notes: Debts acquired during the game subtract Victory Points at the end. Victory Points earned from Black cards are recorded on the score sheet. Refer to the manual for details on this section. Tips for Winning Here are some tips to maximize your chances of winning: Manage Your Coins: Avoid acquiring Debts whenever possible, as they subtract Victory Points at the end. Use Diplomacy Strategically: Avoid Military Conflicts when at a disadvantage to minimize losses. Diversify Your Structures: Build a variety of structures to maximize your Victory Points. Refer to the manual for details on this section. ## FAQ ### How long does a game with the expansion last? It stays around 40 minutes, even with the City cards and new wonders. ### For how many players does the expansion work? It’s compatible with 3 to 7 players, and also offers a team mode for 4 or 6 players. ### Does the expansion increase difficulty? It doesn’t drastically, but introduces new variables like debt and diplomacy that require more strategic focus. ### What new components come with the expansion? Besides the 42 City cards, it includes two wonders, 26 debt tokens, 4 diplomacy tokens, score sheets, and a detailed rulebook. ### Do I need other expansions to play? No, Cities works perfectly with the base game, but can be combined with other expansions for more variety. ### What’s the best strategy when using City cards? 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