# City of Spies: Estoril 1942

## General Info
- **Year Published**: 2015
- **BGG Rating**: 7.0
- **BGG Rank**: #2519
- **Players**: 2-4 (Best with: 3)
- **Duration**: 45-60 min
- **Weight**: 2.49 / 5
- **Designers**: Antonio Sousa Lara, Gil d'Orey
- **Artists**: Mihajlo Dimitrievski, 苍月白龙 (Cangyue Bailong)
- **Publishers**: MESAboardgames, Heidelberger Spieleverlag, Rebel Sp. z o.o., Stronghold Games, YOKA Games
- **Categories**: Spies / Secret Agents, World War II
- **Mechanics**: Area Majority / Influence, Deck, Bag, and Pool Building, End Game Bonuses, Hand Management, Modular Board, Push Your Luck, Secret Unit Deployment, Take That

## Verdict
If you enjoy spy games with a blend of bluffing and area control, City of Spies: Estoril 1942 is a great pick! The historical setting adds a unique charm as you strive to outwit your rivals.Unique historical settingEngaging area controlStrategic hand managementModular board setupCan involve luckDirect player interactionRECOMMENDED

## Description
In the heart of Estoril, 1942, this charming town near Lisbon transforms into a hotbed of espionage intrigue! While the world raged during World War II, this region became a nexus for diplomats, royalty, and high-profile figures, but also for the secret agents vying to uncover each other's secrets. In City of Spies: Estoril 1942, you take command of a clandestine organization, competing to build the most powerful network of influence. The game board is modular, assembled differently each time, featuring iconic locations like casinos and hotels brought to life. Across four intense rounds, you'll strategically deploy your secret agents to key locations, aiming for majority influence to recruit top spies and complete covert missions. It's a game of placing the right pieces in the right spots, managing your hand of agents wisely, and perhaps taking a calculated risk for victory. Each agent possesses unique abilities and point values, and in the end, the player with the most accumulated points, from recruited agents or achieved objectives, claims the glory. Get ready to bluff, deceive, and dominate the Estoril underworld!

## FAQ
### What is the average playtime?
A game of City of Spies: Estoril 1942 typically lasts between 45 and 60 minutes, depending on the player count and familiarity with the rules.

### How many players can participate?
The game is designed for 2 to 4 players, offering different experiences with each player count.

### Is it a very complex game?
City of Spies: Estoril 1942 has a moderate complexity (BGG weight of 2.49/5). The basic rules are accessible, but the strategy can deepen with experience.

### What comes in the box?
Typically, the box contains the modular board, agent pieces, mission cards, and other components needed for gameplay.

### Who is this game recommended for?
It's ideal for those who enjoy thematic games about espionage, World War II, featuring mechanics like area control, hand management, and a touch of 'take that'.

### Do I need to know English to play?
The base game, City of Spies: Estoril 1942, has no language dependency for its core components. However, always check specific editions or expansions, as some might include text.

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