Extra! Extra! — Prices

Mayfair Games · Board game · 2015
7.9 Ludopedia 6.7 BGG 2–6 · best 4 60–150 min Weight 3.2/5
Buy · from US$ 45.50
7.9 rating Ludopedia
6.7 rating BGG
Our Verdict
RECOMMENDED

A dynamic newsroom simulator where timing and money rule the roost!

Highlights
  • Tense bidding mechanics
  • Fun and varied themes
  • Smooth resource management
  • Frantic race for pages
Keep in mind
  • High language dependency
  • Might be heavy for beginners
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About the game

What you do in a play session

If you've ever wondered what the chaos of a newsroom feels like, grab your coffee because Extra! Extra! throws you straight into the action! Here, you aren't just an editor; you are the newspaper owner striving to dominate public opinion. The main challenge is assembling your front and back pages, balancing bombshell headlines with supporting stories. The secret to success? The bigger the story, the bigger the impact (and the points!). You'll need to manage six different topics: from politics and business to sports and leisure. To snag the best scoops, you'll send your reporters out into the field, but watch out: if another editor has deeper pockets, they can easily outbid you for that exclusive! Besides hunting news, you must manage your cash flow, hire more staff, and perhaps even sell some stories to stay out of the red. Completing your pages first grants a speed bonus, but being fast doesn't matter if you lack the quality content needed to generate circulation points. It's a game of constant strategy, where the timing between spending money to secure a story and ensuring it generates points is what separates a great editor from a forgotten local rag. It's perfect for players who enjoy resource management and direct competition for the best topics.

Best player count

BGG community vote

2–6 players
2 REC
3 REC
4 BEST
5 BEST
6 REC

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Game details

Mechanics, categories, families and credits

Categories

Families

Theme: Journalism
Publisher Mayfair Games
Designer Andrew Bond
Artist Mark Zug, Vicki Dalton

Community

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883owners
132wishlist
17want to play

Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers before you buy

6 questions
How complex is the game?
It's a medium-weight game, ideal for those familiar with worker placement and bidding mechanics.
Does it require translation?
Yes, it has a significant language dependency to understand the news stories.
How many players can play?
2 to 6 players; competition gets much more intense with more people.
How long does a game last?
Typically between 60 to 150 minutes, depending on player strategy.
Is it for beginners?
It might be a bit challenging for those new to management games, but it's very rewarding.
What is the main focus?
The focus is resource management and competing for news topics through bidding.

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