Lands of Amazement

Button Shy · Board game · 2025
1 · best 1 Solo 15 min Weight 2.0/5
7.0 rating Ludopedia
6.6 rating BGG
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7.0 rating Ludopedia
6.6 rating BGG
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If you love design challenges and quick solo play, Lands of Amazement will wow you!

Highlights
  • Planning challenge
  • Fast gameplay
  • Engaging solo
  • Print & Play convenient
Keep in mind
  • Single-player only
  • Simple rules
  • Requires card handling
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About the game
Landing of Amazement puts you in the shoes of a budding amusement‑park designer who must build a portfolio before taking on the ultimate megaparque challenge. The game is pure solo, with 15‑minute sessions that fit right in your hand and pocket. Each turn you draw a card, place it on one of your smaller parks, and try to assemble icon patterns that satisfy that park’s requirements. When you nail a pattern exactly, you trigger a special effect that can swing the game in your favor. Over the course of the schedule you set aside cards to use in the final megaparque, which demands that you combine all the patterns into a single masterpiece. The better you align the megaparque’s needs, the higher your score.

The core mechanic revolves around matching icon patterns: every card carries a set of symbols that must line up with a park’s needs. You must decide quickly where to place each card, balancing the need to complete immediate patterns with the strategy of holding cards for the megaparque. Special effects fire when a pattern is completed perfectly, offering point bonuses, extra cards, or a faster jump in the schedule. The game requires careful planning but isn’t heavy: the rules are simple and the card count is limited, making it easy to remember and play quickly.

Lands of Amazement is a Print‑&‑Play title, so just download the PDF, print and cut. The components are minimal: a deck of cards, a score marker, and a pocket wallet to stash reserved cards. The artwork brings a bright, theme‑park feel with illustrations of roller‑coasters, carousels, and kiddie rides. It’s perfect for anyone who loves logic puzzles, design challenges, and solo play, offering a fast, fun, and entirely solo experience. If you want to test your planning skills and build something amazing in under 15 minutes, this game is a must‑try.
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Admin: Upcoming Releases Containers: Wallets Game: Lands of Amazement Players: Games with Solitaire Rules Players: Solitaire Only Card Games Players: Solitaire Only Games Series: Simply Solo Games (Button Shy) Series: Wallet & Box Micro Games (Button Shy) Theme: Amusement Parks / Theme Parks
Publisher Button Shy
Designer Scott Almes
Artist Daria Lada
Frequently Asked Questions
How many players does it support?
It’s a solo game, built for a single player.
How long does a game last?
Roughly 15 minutes, great for quick sessions.
What is the complexity level?
Low; the rules are simple and the card count is limited.
What components come with the game?
A deck of cards, a score marker, and a pocket wallet to hold reserved cards.
Who is this game for?
Those who enjoy logic puzzles, planning challenges, and solo play.
Is it really a Print & Play title?
Yes, just download the PDF, print and cut; no pre‑manufactured components.