Perch

Inside Up Games, 999 Games, Game Harbor · Board game · 2025
2–5 · best 4 30–60 min Weight 2.3/5
7.3 rating Ludopedia
7.1 rating BGG
7.3 rating Ludopedia
7.1 rating BGG
Our Verdict

Perfect for those who love direct interaction and territorial skirmishes with a light theme. The highlight is the 'push-and-shove' dynamic on the perches.

Highlights
  • Very high player interaction
  • Modular board adds variety
  • Dynamic bag-building mechanic
  • Fast and fluid gameplay
Keep in mind
  • Draw luck can be frustrating
  • Aggressive interaction may annoy some
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About the game
Ever thought about commanding a flock of birds in a frantic territorial dispute? In Perch, the forest becomes a battlefield where the goal is simple, but the execution is pure mischief: you need to dominate the best perches. The dynamics revolve around controlling strategic locations, but there's a spicy twist: you don't just command your own birds, you can influence your opponents' flocks to gain an advantage.

Each round, tension rises as everyone places their birds into a shared bag. Luck and strategy blend when drawing pieces, and then the fight begins to stack birds on the location tiles. Whoever manages to secure the majority in a spot not only earns precious points but can also unlock unique abilities that shift the course of the game. It's the kind of game where you can be on top and, in the blink of an eye, be pushed off the perch by an opportunistic opponent.

The modular board ensures that no two games are the same, forcing you to adapt your tactics to each new terrain configuration. With five rounds of pure influence and area control struggle, the game keeps the pace fast and the competitiveness high. If you enjoy games where player interaction is constant and the 'who's the boss here' fight is the main engine, Perch will hook you. Get ready to plan your moves, manage your resource pool, and, of course, knock your friends off the top of the tree to secure the final victory.
Rules videos

In English

BEST PLAYER COUNT
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Categories

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Animals: Birds Components: Meeples (Animal) / Animeeples Crowdfunding: Kickstarter Digital Implementations: Board Game Arena Digital Implementations: Tabletopia
Publisher Inside Up Games, 999 Games, Game Harbor, IUVI Games, Maldito Games, Matagot, Skellig Games, Steinbock Brettspiele, Tabletop KZ, Yellowstar Games
Designer Douglas Hettrick
Artist Ari Oliver
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the game too complex?
Not really, it has a low-to-medium weight. The rules are intuitive, but the strategy of where to place birds and when to push opponents is where the depth lies.
How long does a game take?
Usually between 30 to 60 minutes, depending on the player count and how much time you spend debating moves.
Does it work well with 2 players?
Yes, it supports 2 to 5 players, though the 'chaos' and area dispute dynamics usually shine more with a fuller table.
Is the game language dependent?
No, there is no language dependency, making it very accessible for everyone.
Who would I recommend this game to?
Anyone who enjoys area control, bag-building mechanics, and doesn't mind a bit of 'mischief' to knock an opponent out of position.