Art Decko

Rio Grande Games, Sunrise Tornado Game Studio · Board game · 2019
2–4 · best 4 45–60 min Weight 2.2/5
6.4 rating Ludopedia
6.9 rating BGG
Buy · from US$ 25.46
6.4 rating Ludopedia
6.9 rating BGG
Our Verdict
RECOMMENDED

Love art and want a strategy game with an economic twist? Art Decko might be your next pickup!

Highlights
  • Engaging art theme
  • Market speculation mechanic
  • Dynamic deck building
  • Quick and fun gameplay
Keep in mind
  • Potential language dependency
  • Volatile market values
  • Initial learning curve
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About the game

What you do in a play session

In Art Decko, you step into the shoes of an art collector aiming to assemble the most valuable deck possible, blending gold and masterpieces. The game immerses you in the art world, where you'll hunt for paintings across diverse styles like Art Nouveau, Pop Art, Renaissance, Surrealism, and Impressionism. Your goal is not just to hoard gold but also to manipulate the market, making your pieces increasingly valuable. Every painting acquired and market action taken influences the artwork's worth, and you need to be sharp to profit from these fluctuations.

To achieve this, you start with a deck containing some paintings and gold. Each turn, you can perform two actions: 'Haggle' to draw more cards from your deck, 'Acquire' to purchase new paintings or gold (and boost the value of an art style or gold in the process), or 'Exhibit' to display your paintings in a museum for immediate points. Exhibiting a work requires meeting a gallery's specific demands and offers additional bonuses. The game concludes when the museum is full, the painting deck is depleted, or an art style reaches astronomical value. The player with the most points wins!

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Best player count

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2–4 players
2 REC
3 REC
4 BEST

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Game details

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Digital Implementations: Board Game Arena Theme: Art Theme: Painting / Paintings
Publisher Rio Grande Games, Sunrise Tornado Game Studio
Designer Ta-Te Wu
Artist Alex Eckman-Lawn, Alison Parks, Brigette Indelicato, Heather Vaughan, Kwanchai Moriya, Lauren Brown, Ta-Te Wu

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58want to play

Frequently Asked Questions

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6 questions
How many players does Art Decko support and how long does a game typically last?
Art Decko is designed for 2 to 4 players, with a game session usually lasting around 45 to 60 minutes.
What is the complexity level of the game?
The game is considered light to medium in complexity, with a BGG weight of 2.22/5. It's accessible for newcomers but offers strategic depth.
Is the game heavily language-dependent?
Yes, the game can have moderate language dependency, especially on cards with special abilities. It's recommended to have a translated reference sheet or translated cards.
What is the main objective in Art Decko?
The goal is to accumulate the most victory points (VP) by the end of the game, achieved through building a valuable deck, manipulating the art market, and exhibiting paintings in a museum.
How does the market mechanic work?
You can influence the value of art styles and gold by acquiring cards. The higher the value of a style, the more your paintings of that style are worth in gold and end-game points.
Is it a good game for families?
With the caveat of language dependency, Art Decko can be a good choice for families who enjoy games with an art theme and accessible economic mechanics.

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