Agricola: Artifex Deck

Lookout Games, asmodee, Funforge · Board game · 2017
8.4 Ludopedia 8.2 BGG 1–4 · best 2 Solo 60–120 min Weight 3.5/5
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If you already love Agricola, the Artifex Deck will boost your farm with dozens of fresh options.

Highlights
  • Increased strategic variety
  • Well‑balanced cards
  • Solo‑compatible
Keep in mind
  • English text only
  • Needs translation
  • Requires 5‑6 player expansion for larger groups
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About the game

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Agricola: Artifex Deck is an expansion that adds 120 new cards – 60 occupations and 60 minor improvements – for use with the revised edition of Agricola. The cards come as an extra deck that can be shuffled together with the original occupation deck or played separately, letting you craft fresh combos each game. The core Agricola rules stay exactly the same; the only change is the increased variety of choices when building your farm. Each occupation grants special abilities or production bonuses, while the minor improvements provide small nudges that can be decisive at scoring. The deck works in solo, the classic 1‑4 player mode, and even up to 6 players if you also have the "Expansion for 5 and 6 players". Because all cards are in English, players who don’t read the language will need a translation or help, but the component itself doesn’t alter the worker placement, hand management, or open drafting mechanics already present in the base game. In short, Artifex Deck broadens Agricola’s experience without adding complexity, delivering more strategic options and higher replay value for fans of the original farm‑building masterpiece.

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Rules manual — Agricola: Artifex Deck Portuguese · PDF
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Publisher Lookout Games, asmodee, Funforge, Hobby Japan, Korea Boardgames, Lacerta, Mayfair Games
Designer Uwe Rosenberg
Artist Klemens Franz

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How many players can use the Artifex Deck?
It works for 1‑4 players normally; with the "5 and 6 player" expansion it goes up to 6.
Do I need the revised edition of Agricola?
Yes, the deck is designed for the revised edition of the base game.
Are the cards in Portuguese?
No, all cards are in English. A translation or reference guide is recommended.
Does it add a lot of play time?
Typically it adds about 10‑15 minutes, as there are more card decisions to make.
Can I play solo?
Yes, the Artifex Deck includes solo rules, keeping the full experience intact.