Citizens of the Spark

Thunderworks Games, Rexhry · Board game · 2025
1–5 · best 4 Solo 45–60 min Weight 2.3/5
7.8 rating Ludopedia
7.4 rating BGG
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7.8 rating Ludopedia
7.4 rating BGG
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Fans of card games with smart mechanics and sci-fi themes will enjoy this one.

Highlights
  • Variable set-up every game
  • Unique action combos
  • Strategic player interaction
Keep in mind
  • Moderate language dependency
  • May require translation
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About the game
In Citizens of the Spark, the fate of creatures touched by the spark of intelligence is in your hands. You must recruit powerful animal allies to your city and unlock the potential of your citizens to ensure your settlement's survival. This variable set-up card game challenges players to attract citizens, take actions, and collect sparks to win. Each animal citizen type has unique abilities, and the more cards of a type you have, the more powerful their action becomes. On your turn, you select a group of available cards, add them to your tableau, and activate a citizen's action. But beware: when you activate a citizen, other players can follow your action and activate a matching citizen. With over 30 animal types and variable set-ups, each game is a fresh experience. When the deck runs out, the player with the most sparks in their city wins!
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Crowdfunding: Kickstarter Digital Implementations: Tabletopia Mechanism: Tableau Building Misc: LongPack Games Theme: Anthropomorphic Animals Theme: City
Publisher Thunderworks Games, Rexhry
Designer Philip duBarry
Artist Diego Sá
Frequently Asked Questions
How many players can play?
1 to 5 players.
What’s the average playtime?
Around 45 to 60 minutes.
Is the game complex?
It has medium weight, ideal for those already experienced with card games.
Does it require translation?
Yes, there’s moderate language dependency, so a translation of the cards may be helpful.
Is it good for solo play?
Yes, the game has a well-implemented solo mode.