# Machi Koro: Harbor ## General Info - **Year Published**: 2012 - **BGG Rating**: 7.0 - **BGG Rank**: — - **Players**: 2-5 (Best with: 4) - **Duration**: 30 min - **Weight**: 1.67 / 5 - **Designers**: Masao Suganuma - **Artists**: Ian Parovel, Noboru Hotta, Taro Hino - **Publishers**: Grounding, FoxGames, Gameland 游戏大陆, Happy Baobab, Hobby World, HomoLudicus, IDW Games, Moonster Games, Pandasaurus Games, uplay.it edizioni, White Goblin Games - **Categories**: Card Game, City Building, Dice, Expansion for Base-game - **Mechanics**: Dice Rolling, Set Collection ## Verdict If you love Machi Koro and want extra variety plus a fifth player, Harbor delivers with flair.more strategic optionsnew harbor and airportsupports 5 playersrequires base gametranslation still limitedHIGHLY RECOMMENDED ## Description Machi Koro: Harbor arrives as the first official expansion for the beloved Machi Koro, adding new cards, a bustling harbor, a shiny airport, and the option to play with up to five people. The core loop stays the same – you still manage your tiny city‑state by rolling dice to activate establishments – but now you must handle new business types that require boats, cargo ships, and planes. Each round begins with the roll of two dice, yet harbor cards let you convert resources more flexibly, while the airport opens extra cash routes when the right number shows up. The expansion brings 10 new establishments, a fresh starting card, and two additional landmarks, totaling 82 cards that blend into the original deck. The light weight (about 1.7/5) and 30‑minute playtime remain, ensuring the game stays quick and fun. The biggest upgrade is the fifth‑player slot, raising the stakes in the city’s elections – who will secure re‑election? While it adds more strategic choices, the mechanics stay very approachable, perfect for seasoned Machi Koro fans and newcomers alike. If your town is already saturated with cheese factories and coffee shops, the harbor and airport give you a chance to innovate, attract tourists, and, of course, fill the treasury. The only caveat is that, as an expansion, you need the base game to play, and the card translation may still be a hurdle for non‑English speakers. ## FAQ ### How many players can join? 2 to 5 players, thanks to the added fifth‑player slot. ### What’s the typical playtime? About 30 minutes, just like the base game. ### How complex is the expansion? Light (around 1.7/5), easy to pick up even for newcomers. ### Do I need anything besides the base game? Yes, Harbor requires the original Machi Koro to be playable. ### Is the expansion available in Portuguese? Not officially; the cards are still in English, so a translated reference sheet may be needed. ### What are the main new features? Harbor, airport, ten new establishments, a new starting card and two additional landmarks. ### Can a complete beginner use this expansion? It can be used by beginners, but it’s best to own the base game first to learn the core mechanics. ## Price Comparison ### Best International Offers - **BoardGamePrices.com**: $ 12.99 (https://boardgameprices.com/item/go?source=A&storeitemid=4886643&utm_source=boardgamesbot.com) - **BoardGamePrices.com**: $ 13.34 (https://boardgameprices.com/item/go?source=A&storeitemid=1662431&utm_source=boardgamesbot.com) - **BoardGamePrices.com**: $ 13.99 (https://boardgameprices.com/item/go?source=A&storeitemid=5044594&utm_source=boardgamesbot.com) - **BoardGamePrices.com**: $ 15.45 (https://boardgameprices.com/item/go?source=A&storeitemid=1662081&utm_source=boardgamesbot.com) - **BoardGamePrices.com**: $ 15.82 (https://boardgameprices.com/item/go?source=A&storeitemid=7042210&utm_source=boardgamesbot.com) - **BoardGamePrices.com**: $ 16.54 (https://boardgameprices.com/item/go?source=A&storeitemid=3436920&utm_source=boardgamesbot.com) - **BoardGamePrices.com**: $ 18.47 (https://boardgameprices.com/item/go?source=A&storeitemid=298229&utm_source=boardgamesbot.com) - **BoardGamePrices.com**: $ 19.01 (https://boardgameprices.com/item/go?source=A&storeitemid=4780396&utm_source=boardgamesbot.com) - **BoardGamePrices.com**: $ 21.03 (https://boardgameprices.com/item/go?source=A&storeitemid=6915406&utm_source=boardgamesbot.com) - See all on BoardGamePrices: https://boardgameprices.com/item/show/12549/machi-koro-harbor-expansion?utm_source=boardgamesbot.com