Before the Wind

Mayfair Games, Phalanx Games B.V. · Board game · 2007

6.5 Ludopedia 6.6 BGG 2–4 · best 4 75 min Weight 2.6/5

Buy · from US$ 13.53

6.5 rating Ludopedia

6.6 rating BGG

Buy · from US$ 13.53

Our Verdict

RECOMMENDED

Economic game fans who enjoy a dash of chaos will love this: it’s tactical, snappy, and packed with maritime suspense.

Highlights

Nail-biting auction moments
Engaging hand management
Immersive nautical theme

Keep in mind

Luck might frustrate planners
Demands constant adaptation

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About the game

What you do in a play session

In *Before the Wind*, you’re a merchant in bustling Amsterdam, racing to load ships with valuable goods before they sail. The game blends strategy and timing: you’ll need to collect the right resources (watch that hand management!), bid in auctions for the best lots, and deliver complete cargoes to picky captains—all while the wind (literally) works against you. If the fleet leaves without your goods, kiss those profits goodbye! With set collection and auction mechanics, each game is a race against time and opponents. Can you stay *before the wind*?