Finca

Hans im Glück, Pandasaurus Games, Albi · Board game · 2009
2–5 · best 2 45 min Weight 2.1/5
7.6 rating Ludopedia
7.1 rating BGG
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7.6 rating Ludopedia
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Our Verdict

Finca is the perfect game for fans of farming, contracts, and fast-paced logistics strategy.

Highlights
  • Contract competition
  • Dynamic rondel
  • Real‑time resource management
Keep in mind
  • Requires constant attention
  • Medium playtime
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About the game
Finca is a strategy game that transports you straight to the Mediterranean island of Mallorca, where farming still uses the traditional windmill touch. Each player takes on the role of an ambitious farmer, with the goal of cultivating and distributing fruits such as oranges, lemons, almonds, and grapes to the local market. The board showcases Mallorca’s typical landscape – golden beaches, olive trees, and vineyards – and serves as the setting for a logistics and planning competition.

The heart of the game revolves around five main mechanics. First, contracts allow you to make deals with customers, guaranteeing payments or extra resources. Next, the Mancala mechanic determines how you move pieces – each hole of the mill represents a type of fruit or resource, and the count influences your harvesting capacity. The once‑per‑game ability gives each farmer a special advantage that can turn the game around when used at the right moment.

The rondel, a circular action structure, forces you to choose between planting, harvesting, selling, or trading, creating strategic tension each round. Finally, set collection encourages assembling fruit sets for extra points. Together, these elements deliver a fast‑paced experience with plenty of tactical decisions and moments of pure fun.

With 2 to 5 players and about 45 minutes of play, Finca is accessible and fun for families and friends. The donkey transport component adds charm and eases movement. If you enjoy economic, farming, and logistics competition games, Finca will surprise you with its unique blend of mechanics and Mediterranean setting.

The digital version – available on Board Game Arena and Yucata – keeps all the rules and even lets you play against friends online, while the physical edition features high‑quality components, including donkey miniatures and colorful fruit tokens.
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Animals: Donkeys Country: Spain Digital Implementations: Board Game Arena Digital Implementations: Yucata Food & Drink: Fruit Game: Finca Islands: Mallorca (Spain) Occupation: Farmer
Publisher Hans im Glück, Pandasaurus Games, Albi, Arclight Games, Devir, Evrikus, Filosofia Éditions, franjos Spieleverlag, Ghenos Games, Giochi Uniti, Lautapelit.fi, Piatnik Distribution, Rio Grande Games, Swan Panasia Co., Ltd.
Designer Ralf zur Linde, Wolfgang Sentker
Artist Franz Vohwinkel, Joan Guardiet, Vincent Dutrait
Frequently Asked Questions
How long does a game of Finca take?
A typical game lasts about 45 to 50 minutes, depending on the number of players.
What is the ideal player count?
Finca works best with 2 to 5 players, though the experience is most intense with 4 players.
How complex is the game?
The mechanics are moderate: you need to plan contracts, use the rondel, and manage resources, but there are no overly complicated rules.
What are the main components?
The game includes a Mallorca board, fruit tokens, donkey miniatures, windmill pieces, and contract cards.
Does Finca have a digital version?
Yes, there are online versions on Board Game Arena and Yucata, allowing you to play against friends or random opponents.
Is there a specific theme?
Yes, it centers on Mediterranean farming, focusing on typical Mallorca fruits and the culture of farmers.
Is it suitable for kids?
While fun, the contract and logistics theme may be more suitable for teens and adults.