Masons — Prices

999 Games, Hans im Glück, Rio Grande Games · Board game · 2006

7.0 Ludopedia 6.5 BGG 2–4 · best 3 45 min Weight 2.1/5

Buy · from US$ 24.95

7.0 rating Ludopedia

6.5 rating BGG

Buy · from US$ 24.95

Our Verdict

RECOMMENDED

Fans of building games with a mix of strategy and luck will love Masons. Timing your cards is the key!

Highlights

Accessible strategy with depth
Well-balanced mechanics
Fun competitive interaction

Keep in mind

Dice luck can frustrate
Initial learning curve

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About the game

What you do in a play session

In Masons, you're a medieval architect building cities with walls, towers, and houses. Each turn, you place a wall on the board, which must connect to towers and houses. By rolling dice, you determine the colors of the structures, and if you manage to enclose an area, you form a city! Then comes the strategic part: playing guild cards at the right time to score based on the city's features (number of houses, palaces, different colors, etc.). The player in last place can swap cards, balancing the game. The challenge is to plan your constructions and know when to use each card to maximize your points. With hand management, enclosure, and end-game bonuses, Masons is a tactical and fun game for 2 to 4 players, with a dash of dice luck.