Cuba

Cuba plunges you into the Caribbean island before the revolution, where each player leads a community striving for prosperity. The goal is to accumulate the most victory points by the end of the game, which spans six rounds, and believe me, there are MANY ways to score!

You'll manage your farm, cultivating tobacco, sugar, and fruits. But beware: products left on the field at the end of the turn will spoil! So, it's wise to have a plan to sell them in the market (where supply and demand rule!) or ship them out via the trading vessels docking at the port. Resources like water, stone, and wood are crucial for constructing new buildings, such as distilleries and hotels, which give you an extra edge. And don't forget the manufactured goods, like rum and cigars, which are worth their weight in gold!

The gameplay is quite dynamic. Each round, you'll use cards to perform actions like planting, harvesting, building, visiting the market, or loading ships. One of these cards, the fifth one, is special: you use it to go to Parliament and influence laws in your favor. The order of actions can shift, and there are auctions to secure what you need. It's a game that demands planning, but the satisfaction of seeing your strategy pay off is immense. If you enjoy economic games with a touch of management and an engaging theme, Cuba is a solid choice!