Hamlet: The Village Building Game

Mighty Boards, Cranio Creations, Fabrika Igr · Board game · 2022
1–4 · best 3 Solo 25–100 min Weight 3.0/5
7.6 rating Ludopedia
6.8 rating BGG
Buy · from US$ 20.64
7.6 rating Ludopedia
6.8 rating BGG
Our Verdict
RECOMMENDED

If you enjoy seeing a village grow and develop with each play, with pieces that fit together differently every time, Hamlet is for you! It's a city-building game that flows well and has a nice economic touch.

Highlights
  • Unique village building each time
  • Dynamic and fluid economy
  • Interesting irregular tile shapes
  • Well-crafted solo mode
Keep in mind
  • Medium complexity, not light
  • Interaction can be indirect
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About the game

What you do in a play session

Get ready for Hamlet, a village-building game that breaks the mold! Forget fixed boards or square tiles; here, we build a village from scratch using irregularly shaped pieces that fit together in a super cool way, creating a totally unique map every time. The idea is for everyone to collaborate in transforming a small hamlet into a bustling town by constructing buildings that benefit all.

Each structure can be used to create materials, refine resources, generate money, and, of course, help erect the town's grand landmark: the Church! As the tiles connect, paths form organically, and the villagers (represented by workers) spring into action, transporting everything needed across the village. This building dynamic and the fluid economy, where everyone needs to meet the most urgent demands, ensure that each playthrough is distinct.

With worker placement, market management, and resource delivery mechanics, Hamlet offers an engaging economic and city-building experience. The game is ideal for those who enjoy strategic thinking and seeing the results of their efforts materialize on the board. And for solo players, there's a solo mode! It's a medium-weight game, perfect for those who want a pleasant challenge without being overly complicated.

Rules videos

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9 videos

Best player count

BGG community vote

1–4 players
1 OK
2 REC
3 BEST
4 REC

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Game details

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Admin: Better Description Needed! Animals: Donkeys Crowdfunding: Kickstarter Digital Implementations: Tabletopia
Publisher Mighty Boards, Cranio Creations, Fabrika Igr, Galakta, Grok Games, GRRRE Games, Happy Meeple Games, Ingenio Games, Rexhry, YOKA Games
Designer David Chircop
Artist Yusuf Artun

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Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers before you buy

7 questions
What is the average playtime?
Games of Hamlet typically last between 25 and 100 minutes, depending on the number of players and familiarity with the rules.
How many players can participate?
The game is for 1 to 4 players, featuring a solo mode designed by Nick Shaw and Dávid Turczi.
Is Hamlet a difficult game to learn?
Hamlet is considered a medium-weight game. The rules are not overly complex, but they require good strategic planning.
What makes Hamlet's board different?
The board is formed by irregularly shaped tiles that fit together without a fixed grid, creating a unique village layout each game.
Are the constructed buildings only for the player who built them?
No, the buildings are communal. All players can use them to create materials, refine resources, and earn money, which creates a very dynamic economy.
Is there a lot of player interaction?
The interaction is more indirect, focusing on the economy and competition for resources and building spots. You compete to be the village's greatest benefactor.
Do I need to know English to play?
The game has very little text on cards and components, making it easily memorable or adaptable for non-native speakers.

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