Azul: Special Factories Promo is a tiny expansion that comes in the Deutscher Spielepreis 2018 Goodie Box. If you already master classic Azul and want a quick tweak without the hassle, this promo is for you. It adds only two special factory displays and five double‑score markers—no new tiles or massive rule changes.

How to use it? When setting up the board, return two of the regular factory displays to the box and swap them for the two new special displays. Play the game as usual, but when you pick tiles from a special display, remember the new rule (see the rulebook). The double‑score markers sit next to the displays as a small supply. During the wall‑tilling phase, instead of all players doing it simultaneously, you take turns in player order, starting with the first player and moving clockwise. This tweak adds a bit of tension, because those who go later have to react to what the others already did.

These components are lightweight, so the game’s production costs stay low. The expansion’s goal is to give an extra layer of challenge for those who know Azul’s flow, without changing the core experience. The special displays introduce a surprise element, and the double‑score markers make points jump, which can swing the game in a few turns. If you enjoy rule variations and want something that doesn’t require building a new board, this promo is a perfect fit.

Plus, the Goodie Box is part of the Deutscher Spielepreis, Germany’s second‑largest board‑game award, so you’re getting a quality add‑on. In short: a small, fun, and ready‑to‑play tweak that can spice up your Azul sessions in minutes. If you’re after a quick, strategic upgrade, Azul: Special Factories Promo will surprise you.