Petrichor

APE Games, Mighty Boards, Cloud Island · Board game · 2018
7.7 Ludopedia 6.9 BGG 1–4 · best 3 Solo 20–80 min Weight 3.1/5
Buy · from US$ 21.27
7.7 rating Ludopedia
6.9 rating BGG
Our Verdict
RECOMMENDED

If you enjoy a game with a unique theme and high player interaction, Petrichor might be for you! It's a fun contest between clouds to see who can best water the crops.

Highlights
  • Original and fun theme
  • High player interaction
  • Modular board
  • Well-crafted solo mode
Keep in mind
  • Can feel low on direct action
  • Relies on voting
  • Theme might not appeal to all
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About the game

What you do in a play session

In Petrichor, you're not a farmer, but a cloud on a mission to bring life to the dry earth! Your main goal is to grow, sire more clouds, and, of course, water the crops. The catch? Your fellow clouds have the same ambitious plans. To stand out and be crowned the Most Valuable Cloud, you'll need to be clever: manipulate the weather and 'convince' other clouds to join your cause, ensuring the maximum amount of crops receive the right amount of water at the right time. This game is all about interaction, where 4 simple actions can change everything across the fields. You move your clouds with water droplets and decide where to rain down to make the harvest a success. Timing is crucial, as you can influence when and how often the harvest occurs. Balancing control of the areas with the right harvest timing is key to victory. Petrichor offers a unique experience, with a modular board that ensures novelty in every game and a robust solo mode designed by Dávid Turczi. Get ready for a celestial contest where strategy and weather forecasting go hand in hand!

Rules videos

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6 videos

Best player count

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1–4 players
1 REC
2 REC
3 BEST
4 BEST

Soundtrack

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Game details

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Admin: Better Description Needed! Components: Game Trayz Inside Crowdfunding: Kickstarter Digital Implementations: Tabletopia Game: Petrichor Players: Games with Solitaire Rules Theme: Nature Theme: Weather
Publisher APE Games, Mighty Boards, Cloud Island, Delta Vision Publishing, Edge Entertainment, Fabrika Igr, Hobby Japan, Lucrum Games, Schwerkraft-Verlag, TIME2PLAY GAMES
Designer David Chircop
Artist Daniela (iella) Attard, Sami Laakso

Community

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5,626owners
1,332wishlist
165want to play

Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers before you buy

6 questions
What is the average playtime for Petrichor?
A game of Petrichor typically lasts between 20 and 80 minutes, depending on the number of players and their familiarity with the rules.
Is Petrichor a good game to play solo?
Yes! The game features a well-crafted solo mode by Dávid Turczi, offering a good challenge for those playing without company.
Is the theme of being a cloud well-integrated?
The theme is very original and integrated into the mechanics. You truly feel like you're controlling clouds, deciding where to rain, and influencing the harvest.
Do I need to know English to play?
No! The game has very little text on its cards and components, making it considered 'No language dependency'.
How does player interaction work in Petrichor?
Interaction is high! You compete for area control, influence votes to determine the weather, and can even 'steal' resources from each other thematically.
Does the board change each game?
Yes, Petrichor uses a modular board, meaning the arrangement of pieces changes with each game, ensuring every playthrough is different.

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