Dos Rios

KOSMOS, Mayfair Games · Board game · 2004
7.1 Ludopedia 6.4 BGG 2–4 · best 2 70 min Weight 2.5/5
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7.1 rating Ludopedia
6.4 rating BGG
Our Verdict
RECOMMENDED

A resource management classic for those who love manipulating the board and controlling the flow of victory!

Highlights
  • Dynamic modular board
  • Direct map interaction
  • Strategic resource management
Keep in mind
  • Pacing varies by layout
  • Requires long-term planning
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About the game

What you do in a play session

Ever felt like you could actually reshape the world around you? In Dos Rios, strategy isn't just about where you place your workers, but how you manipulate nature itself to your advantage. The setting consists of hex tiles that form a variable board, ensuring that no two games are ever the same. Your main goal is to build a series of structures along the banks of two major rivers.

To win, you need to be both fast and efficient: you must either complete five buildings (four houses and one hacienda) or secure one hacienda and three houses, provided they are all strategically positioned on the same riverbank. But hold on, it's not just about arriving and building! The game demands smart resource management. Each round, certain hexes along the river pay out, providing either money to erect your houses or lumber to construct dams. And here is the real game-changer: dams allow you to change the river's flow! This means you can alter the board's dynamics to favor your own gains or perhaps make life a bit harder for your opponents. It is a constant balance between territorial expansion, resource management, and a dash of hydraulic engineering to ensure the flow of victory is always in your favor.

Rules videos

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Best player count

BGG community vote

2–4 players
2 BEST
3 REC
4 OK

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Game details

Mechanics, categories, families and credits

Families

Theme: Rivers
Publisher KOSMOS, Mayfair Games
Designer Franz-Benno Delonge
Artist Franz Vohwinkel

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Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers before you buy

5 questions
How long does a game last?
Usually between 70 and 80 minutes, depending on the player count and board layout.
Is it a difficult game?
It has a moderate weight (2.5/5). It's accessible for experienced players but requires careful resource planning.
What is the best player count?
It works well for 2-4 players, but the interaction of changing the river flow shines more with more players.
How do you win?
By completing a specific set of houses and a hacienda on a riverbank.
Are the components good?
The game uses hexes to create the board, making the setup part of the strategic experience.

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