Province

Laboratory Games · Board game · 2014
2 · best 2 25 min Weight 1.8/5
7.0 rating Ludopedia
6.2 rating BGG
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RECOMMENDED

Province is a straightforward and quick strategic duel for two players, perfect for those who enjoy planning and anticipating moves.

Highlights
  • Sharp strategic duel
  • Fast and engaging games
  • Clever resource management
  • Accessible rondel mechanic
Keep in mind
  • Two-player only
  • Interaction can be high
  • Slightly abstract theme
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About the game

What you do in a play session

In Province, you and a friend will be in charge of founding and developing a new town, competing to see which founding family reigns supreme! The goal is to expand the territory by building everything a town needs: from farms and banks to smithies and harbors. Each construction impacts resource generation, but beware! The town has a shared worker pool, and your opponent might just snatch that worker right when you need them most. Managing these workers and the generated resources (labor and coin) is key to building the right structures, completing objectives, and, of course, accumulating more victory points than your opponent.

It's a pure two-player strategy game where every decision counts. You need to wisely plan your moves on the action rondel, anticipating your opponent's plays and optimizing the construction of your part of the town. With quick games and a manageable complexity, Province is a great choice for those who enjoy a good, no-nonsense strategic duel. Get ready for a fierce competition for provincial supremacy!

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Crowdfunding: Kickstarter Players: Two-Player Only Games
Publisher Laboratory Games
Designer Samuel Strick
Artist Samuel Strick

Frequently Asked Questions

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6 questions
How many players can play?
Province is exclusively a two-player game.
How long does a game take?
Games are quite fast, typically lasting around 25 minutes.
What is the game's complexity?
With a weight of 1.83, Province is considered a relatively light game, ideal for beginners or those seeking a strategic option without overly complex rules.
Do I need to know English to play?
There is no language dependency; the game can be played without issues in Portuguese.
Who is this game recommended for?
It's an excellent choice for couples or friends who enjoy strategy games with a good level of interaction and quick playtime.
What is the main objective?
The objective is to accumulate the most victory points by building the town more efficiently and strategically than your opponent.

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