How to Play Metropolys: Extension Cards

HUCH!, Rio Grande Games, Ystari Games · Board game · 2008
2–4 · best 4 45 min Weight 1.9/5
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6.9 rating BGG

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Game Objective

The objective of the game is to construct buildings and, at the end of the game, accumulate the highest number of points. Points are obtained in various ways, including building specific sets of buildings in districts, as indicated on the expansion cards.

Setup

Family Game

  • Take the 4 Metropolys expansion cards.
  • Deal 1 expansion card to each player, in addition to the Area objective.
  • Play the game normally.

Expert Game

  • Remove the Area District card from the game.
  • Take the 4 Metropolys expansion cards.
  • Deal 1 expansion card to each player, in addition to the Area objective.
  • Do not deal the Neighborhood objectives.
  • Play the game normally, but do not deal the Tallest Building tokens at the end of the game.

Gameplay Flow

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Actions and How to Play

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End of Game and Scoring

Family Game

At the end of the game, in addition to normal points, each player gains 9 points for each set of 3 buildings located in the same district and built in the colors indicated on the player's card.

Note: It is possible to make multiple combinations of 3 colors in the same district.

Expert Game

At the end of the game, each player gains 9 points for each set of 3 buildings located in the same district and built in the colors indicated on the player's card.

Note: It is possible to make multiple combinations of 3 colors in the same district.

Tips for Winning

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What is the objective of Metropolys: Extension Cards?
The objective of the game is to construct buildings and, at the end of the game, accumulate the highest number of points. Points are obtained in various ways, including building specific sets of buildings in districts, as indicated on the expansion cards.
How do you set up Metropolys: Extension Cards?
Family Game Take the 4 Metropolys expansion cards. Deal 1 expansion card to each player, in addition to the Area objective. Play the game normally. Expert Game Remove the Area District card from the game. Take the 4 Metropolys expansion cards. Deal 1 expansion card to each player, in addition to the Area objective. Do not deal the Neighborhood objectives. Play the game normally, but do not deal the Tallest Building tokens at the end of the game.
How do you play Metropolys: Extension Cards?
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How does Metropolys: Extension Cards end, and how do you score?
Family Game At the end of the game, in addition to normal points, each player gains 9 points for each set of 3 buildings located in the same district and built in the colors indicated on the player's card. Note: It is possible to make multiple combinations of 3 colors in the same district. Expert Game At the end of the game, each player gains 9 points for each set of 3 buildings located in the same district and built in the colors indicated on the player's card. Note: It is possible to make…
What are some tips for winning Metropolys: Extension Cards?
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