# Agricola: Family Edition

## General Info
- **Year Published**: 2016
- **BGG Rating**: 7.0
- **BGG Rank**: #1684
- **Players**: 1-4 (Best with: 3)
- **Duration**: 45 min
- **Weight**: 2.40 / 5
- **Designers**: Uwe Rosenberg
- **Artists**: Klemens Franz
- **Publishers**: Lookout Games, 999 Games, asmodee, Funforge, Hobby Japan, Korea Boardgames, Lacerta, Ludicus Games, Mayfair Games, Rebel Sp. z o.o., Swan Panasia Co., Ltd., uplay.it edizioni
- **Categories**: Animals, Farming
- **Mechanics**: Automatic Resource Growth, Worker Placement

## Verdict
Looking for a more relaxed and quicker Agricola experience? This version is for you! It's the perfect entry point for those who enjoy worker placement and farm management without the complexity.Accessible entry pointSimpler rulesetLess punishingQuick and straightforwardNo occupation cardsLess strategic depthSimplifies the originalRECOMMENDED

## Description
In Agricola: Family Edition, you step into the shoes of a farmer starting with the bare essentials: a humble wooden shack and a spouse to help. Each turn, you get two precious actions to manage your farm, whether it's collecting vital resources, expanding your land with pastures, or tending to your animals. Expanding your family for more help is an option, but remember: first, the house needs an upgrade, and then there's the challenge of feeding everyone!

The game unfolds over 14 rounds, divided into 6 stages, with a harvest at the end of each. Initially, you have two workers (you and your spouse), but new action options become available each round, broadening your possibilities. Since each action can only be taken by one player per round, planning ahead and prioritizing is crucial for success.

This edition significantly simplifies the experience of the original Agricola. Forget about stone and vegetables, and the complex improvement and occupation cards. Here, actions are available from the start, and building is more straightforward, focusing on scoring with leftover resources at the end. With no negative points or scoring limits, the goal is simply to accumulate as many points as possible with everything you've achieved. It's a great entry point into the Agricola universe, offering a more accessible and less punishing experience, somewhat reminiscent of 'Agricola: All Creatures Big and Small'. Ideal for those seeking a lighter and more direct worker placement experience.

## FAQ
### What's the main difference between Agricola: Family Edition and the original Agricola?
The Family Edition removes occupation and improvement cards, simplifies resources (no stone or vegetables), and eliminates negative points, making the game faster and more accessible.

### How many players can play?
This game is for 1 to 4 players.

### How long does a game take?
A game typically lasts around 45 minutes.

### Is it a complex game?
No, it's considered a moderately complex game, ideal for beginners or those seeking a lighter Agricola experience.

### Does it have a solo mode?
Yes, Agricola: Family Edition can be played solo.

### Do I need to know how to play the original Agricola?
No, it's not necessary, as the Family Edition is designed to be standalone and easier to learn.

### Is it good for playing with children?
Yes, being a simplified version with a farming theme, it's a great option for introducing children to more strategic board games.