Museum: The People's Choice

Holy Grail Games, Devir · Board game · 2019
7.0 Ludopedia 7.4 BGG 2–5 30–60 min
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HIGHLY RECOMMENDED

Museum: The People's Choice is the perfect expansion for those who feel the base game needs a bit more interaction and, of course, more room at the table. The common objectives system gives extra purpose to your choices, turning mundane collections into fierce battles for the public's favor. It is an elegant addition that doesn't complicate the rules, just expands the possibilities and allows you to include that fifth player who was always left out.

Highlights
  • Adds a fifth player
  • Common objectives increase interaction
  • Improves replay value
  • High-quality components
Keep in mind
  • Increases total playtime
  • Can lead to more analysis paralysis
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About the game

What you do in a play session

If you have already felt like the most prestigious curator in the world in Museum, get ready to take your gallery to the next level. The 'The People's Choice' expansion brings exactly what the name suggests: the public's opinion on your work. After all, what is the point of having the rarest pieces if no one comes to visit? This expansion introduces a system of common objectives that change each game, forcing you to adjust your collection strategy to please the visitors. If the goal is to have the most 'B.C.' dated cards, for example, the competition for those cards becomes fierce, and whoever is in the lead carries the coveted 'People's Choice' token, which grants bonus points at the end. It is that little push that was missing to make the table more dynamic and competitive.

But the big news for those with larger groups is that this box solves a classic problem: the player count limitation. Now you can take your museum to a new level and play with up to five people! The pack comes with all the necessary material for this expansion, including a new museum board and extra tokens, ensuring that the gameplay experience is smooth even with a full table. If you already enjoy the set collection mechanic of the base game, this expansion is a must-have. It doesn't reinvent the wheel, but it adds layers of interaction and flexibility that make all the difference when deciding which card to prioritize. It is the type of expansion that, once added to the box, you will hardly want to take out, especially if your gaming group tends to be large. Prepare the display cases, organize your collections, and see who really knows how to attract the crowd to their museum!

Best player count

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2–5 players
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Crowdfunding: Kickstarter Series: Museum (Holy Grail Games) Theme: Archaeology / Paleontology Theme: Art
Publisher Holy Grail Games, Devir
Designer Eric Dubus, Olivier Melison
Artist Vincent Dutrait

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Frequently Asked Questions

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5 questions
Does the expansion allow for 5 players?
Yes, it includes all necessary components, such as the museum board and extra tokens, to accommodate a fifth player.
Do common objectives change the strategy?
Absolutely! They force you to focus on specific card types to earn the 'People's Choice' token, which can push you out of your comfort zone.
Does this work with other expansions?
Yes, the included material is compatible, allowing you to use other expansions with up to 5 players without issues.
Does the playtime increase significantly with 5 players?
Yes, naturally the downtime between turns increases slightly, but the dynamic of the objectives makes up for the wait.
Do I need the base game to play?
Yes, this is an expansion and requires the base game Museum to be played.