Our Verdict
RECOMMENDED
If you enjoy light, interactive games, Monsters of Buzhou Mountain will be a blast. The highlight is the unpredictability of the tower that can collapse at any moment.
Highlights
- Simple and fun mechanics
- Physical interaction with mini-games
- Tension until the very end
Keep in mind
- May be too chaotic for some
- Unpredictable ending may frustrate
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About the game
What you do in a play session
In Monsters of Buzhou Mountain, you and your friends take on the roles of chubby, clumsy monsters trying to dominate Broken Pillar City, a chaotic place at the foot of Buzhou Mountain. Each round, you draw a card and place it on the board in one of two ways: placing it next to another card and deploying a meeple, or stacking it and moving all meeples upward. When monsters from different players occupy the same card, a showdown occurs: both secretly bid energy tokens, roll dice, and the loser removes a meeple. The game ends when Gonggong’s Wrath tower collapses—and no one knows exactly when that will happen, keeping tension high until the very end. You can also spend energy to reveal Fissure Cards, unlocking an underground layer with hidden advantages. Plus, surprise mini-games scattered throughout the deck, like pulling mushrooms or blowing wind, make each session unique and full of laughter. The goal? When the tower falls, the player with the most monsters on the board and the highest total value of occupied cards is crowned Monster King of Broken Pillar City. Get ready for a mix of light strategy, luck, and loads of fun!
Best player count
BGG community vote
2
OK
3
OK
4
OK
5
OK
6
OK
Soundtrack
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Mechanics, categories, families and credits
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Publisher
Whalesong Chess Studio
Designer
Daniel Yu
Community
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Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers before you buy
How many players can play?
2 to 6 players.
What’s the average game duration?
Between 30 and 60 minutes.
Is the game suitable for kids?
Yes, ages 8 and up.
Does it require a lot of space to play?
The board is built with cards, so moderate space is needed.
Is there a lot of luck involved?
Yes, dice rolls and the tower collapse add a luck element.
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