7.8
rating
Ludopedia
7.0
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BGG
Our Verdict
FOR GENRE FANS
Fans of economic and strategic games will love Franchise. It offers an engaging experience of building commercial empires.
Highlights
- Great for strategic planning
- Satisfying expansion mechanics
- Captivating 1960s retro theme
Keep in mind
- May feel repetitive after multiple plays
- Limited direct player interaction
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About the game
What you do in a play session
Franchise is a game where you become a 1960s entrepreneur living the American dream. Start with a small business, like a diner or a car rental, and expand your network to other cities. As you add branches, you increase your income and influence over different regions. The goal is to dominate as many areas as possible, ensuring your business is the most influential on the board. With network building, income, and area majority mechanics, Franchise offers a strategic and competitive experience, perfect for fans of economic and planning games.
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Best player count
BGG community vote
2
OK
3
REC
4
BEST
5
REC
Soundtrack
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Mechanics, categories, families and credits
Mechanics
Categories
Families
Publisher
Queen Games
Designer
Christwart Conrad
Artist
Ian O'Toole
Community
Data from BoardGameGeek
999owners
381wishlist
110want to play
Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers before you buy
How many players can play?
2 to 5 players.
What’s the average playtime?
Around 90 minutes.
Is the game complex?
It has medium weight, ideal for those who’ve played board games before.
Does it require English proficiency?
No, the game is language-independent.
Who is it for?
For fans of economic and strategic games.
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