Franchise

Queen Games · Board game · 2018
2–5 · best 4 90 min Weight 2.4/5
7.8 rating Ludopedia
7.0 rating BGG
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7.8 rating Ludopedia
7.0 rating 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.

Best player count

BGG community vote

2–5 players
2 OK
3 REC
4 BEST
5 REC

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Game details

Mechanics, categories, families and credits

Categories

Families

Country: USA Crowdfunding: Kickstarter Decades: The 1960's Theme: Retro
Publisher Queen Games
Designer Christwart Conrad
Artist Ian O'Toole

Community

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999owners
381wishlist
110want to play

Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers before you buy

5 questions
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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