Mercado de Lisboa

Eagle-Gryphon Games, Geekach LLC, hobbity.eu · Board game · 2021
1–4 · best 3 Solo 30–45 min Weight 2.1/5
7.2 rating Ludopedia
6.5 rating BGG
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7.2 rating Ludopedia
6.5 rating BGG
Our Verdict

If you enjoy fast games that blend economics with area control, Lisbon Market will hook you from the first turn.

Highlights
  • Easy‑to‑learn rules
  • Deep tactical choices
  • Short playtime
Keep in mind
  • Simple components, limited visual variety
  • Four‑player cap may feel restrictive
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About the game
Lisbon Market brings the hustle of modern bazaars to the tabletop, tasking each player with building the most profitable trade empire. You start by buying market stalls, paying cash to secure your foothold, then open restaurants or services beside those stalls. Each business boosts the flow of customers who, when they visit matching stalls, generate extra income for their owners. The board is assembled with tiles depicting streets, squares and commercial zones; where you place these tiles dictates the routes customers will take and which areas you dominate. Rounds move swiftly: an open drafting phase lets everyone see and pick stalls freely, followed by worker placement where different worker types are assigned to influence, production or cash collection spots. Victory points act as a resource, so you can spend them to open more businesses or upgrade existing ones. While the rules are easy to grasp, every choice – tile placement, worker type, stall purchase – carries deep tactical weight, delivering a fast‑paced yet strategically rich experience. Perfect for fans of tile‑placement, area control and economic management, all in under an hour.
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Admin: Better Description Needed! Cities: Lisbon (Portugal) Crowdfunding: Kickstarter Digital Implementations: Board Game Arena Digital Implementations: Tabletopia
Publisher Eagle-Gryphon Games, Geekach LLC, hobbity.eu, Maldito Games, Popcorn Games, Skellig Games, sternenschimmermeer, TLAMA games, YOKA Games
Designer Julián Pombo, Vital Lacerda
Artist Pedro Soto
Frequently Asked Questions
How many players can play?
1 to 4 players, suitable for solo play or small groups.
What is the playing time?
Typically 30–45 minutes, varying with player count and familiarity.
How complex is the game?
Low to medium; rules are straightforward, but strategic depth is significant.
What components are included?
Market tiles, money tokens, customer markers, various worker pieces, and a scoring board.
Who should buy this game?
Fans of economic, tile‑placement and area‑control games looking for a quick, tactical experience.