Grinivil

RUDY3 Publishing · Board game · 2026
— Ludopedia 8.2 BGG 2–6 · best 4 90–150 min Weight 3.4/5
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8.2 rating BGG
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RECOMMENDED

If you enjoy city-building with a twist of negotiation and time management, Grinivil is for you! It's a game that makes you think about collaboration and competition simultaneously.

Highlights
  • Engaging city building
  • Unique time system
  • Player interaction
  • Strategic depth
Keep in mind
  • Can be complex initially
  • Requires good communication
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About the game

What you do in a play session

Get ready to get your hands dirty in Grinivil, a game where players team up to build a modern city, but everyone wants to come out on top! The idea is to collaborate to erect the municipality, but without forgetting to fulfill the residents' desires – some they state openly, others they keep secret. To succeed, you'll need to manage your time wisely on the TAR (Time Action Ring), a system that sets the pace and makes every action count, impacting everyone. Think carefully about your moves: buying land, planting trees, building roads, and the facilities the people of Grinivil want. It's a game that mixes pure strategy with a touch of auction and market speculation, where other players' decisions affect your planning and vice versa. You'll need sharp tactics and a good dose of persuasion to guide your opponents into doing what you think is best for the city (and for your score, of course!). Earn money and victory points by showing how clever you are at developing Grinivil. It's a challenge that appeals to both long-term thinkers and those who enjoy adapting to the game's twists and turns. A game that promises to be accessible even for casual players, but with enough depth to please veterans. Ready to build and win?

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4 videos

Best player count

BGG community vote

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

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Game details

Mechanics, categories, families and credits

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Admin: Upcoming Releases Misc: LongPack Games
Publisher RUDY3 Publishing
Designer Rudy Priecinsky
Artist Rudy Priecinsky

Community

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434owners
339wishlist
77want to play

Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers before you buy

7 questions
What is the average playtime for Grinivil?
Grinivil games typically last between 90 and 150 minutes, depending on the number of players and their familiarity with the rules.
Is Grinivil a cooperative or competitive game?
Grinivil has elements of both! You'll collaborate to build the city, but you'll compete to be the player with the most victory points at the end.
How many players can participate?
The game is for 2 to 6 players, allowing for anything from a strategic duel to a large collective endeavor.
Is the game very difficult to learn?
Grinivil has a medium weight (3.37/5 on BGG), indicating strategic depth, but it's considered accessible to more casual players with a little dedication.
What does the TAR (Time Action Ring) mean?
The TAR is a central game mechanism that manages action timing. Each action you take advances you on a time ring, and whoever is further ahead on the ring usually has fewer options or waits longer for the next round. This creates an interesting dynamic where the pace is dictated by how much you act.
Do I need to be a board game expert to enjoy Grinivil?
Not necessarily! While it has strategic depth, the game is designed to be accessible. If you enjoy development and interaction games, you'll likely enjoy it a lot.
Does the game setup change each time you play?
Yes! Grinivil features variable setup, meaning the board and some starting elements change each game, ensuring that every playthrough presents a new challenge.

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