# Santorini: Second Edition

## General Info
- **Year Published**: 2025
- **BGG Rating**: 8.0
- **BGG Rank**: #5156
- **Players**: 2-4 (Best with: 2)
- **Duration**: 30 min
- **Weight**: 2.00 / 5
- **Designers**: Gord!
- **Artists**: David Forest, Lina Cossette
- **Publishers**: Roxley, Lavka Games
- **Categories**: Abstract Strategy, Ancient, Mythology
- **Mechanics**: Grid Movement, Map Reduction, Race, Square Grid, Team-Based Game, Three Dimensional Movement, Variable Player Powers

## Verdict
If you're looking for a fast, clever abstract game with a divine twist, Santorini: Second Edition is for you! With god powers that change everything, every game is a new adventure.Deep yet accessible strategyExtremely high replayabilityUnique god powersCharming 3D componentsCan feel a bit abstractRelies on god card drawLight on themeHIGHLY RECOMMENDED

## Description
Get ready to ascend to the heavens and build divine temples in Santorini: Second Edition! This abstract strategy game puts you in the shoes of a Greek architect, competing to erect the tallest and most impressive structure before your opponent. The gameplay is simple to learn but deep in its tactics: each turn, you move one of your two workers and then build a level of a temple. The goal is to reach the third level and crown the temple to win. Santorini's great charm lies in its Gods, represented by cards with unique powers that drastically change the game's rules. With 32 gods in this edition, the variety of strategies and twists is immense! You might have a god that allows you to build two levels at once, another that prevents the opponent from building on certain spaces, or even one that lets you move to the top of an already built temple. The retail edition we're discussing here comes with 32 God cards and 4 Mode cards, offering many combinations to explore. If you enjoy fast-paced, clever games with high replayability, Santorini is a sure bet. It's perfect for two players but also works well with up to four, where you can form pairs and test the synergy of divine abilities. The 3D construction of the temples is a spectacle in itself, making each game a visual delight. If you like challenges that require planning and adaptation, and love the idea of asymmetric powers that turn the game on its head, Santorini: Second Edition will win you over. It's a modern classic that continues to enchant players of all levels.

## FAQ
### How many players can participate in Santorini: Second Edition?
Santorini: Second Edition is ideal for 2 players, but it can also be played by 3 or 4 people, forming teams.

### What is the average playtime?
Games are quite fast, usually lasting around 30 minutes.

### Is the game very complex to learn?
The basic rules are super simple: move a worker and build a level. The complexity comes from the God cards, which are easy to understand but open up many tactical possibilities.

### What does this edition (Second Edition) include?
This retail edition includes 32 God cards and 4 Mode cards, in addition to the components for the 3D temple construction. Expansions (like Pantheon) are sold separately.

### Who would you recommend Santorini to?
It's perfect for those who enjoy abstract games with twists, pure strategy, and quick games. Those who like Greek mythology and beautiful components will also love it.

### Is the mythology theme strong in the game?
The theme serves more as a driver for the mechanics. The Gods' powers bring in the mythology, but the main focus is on the abstract strategy of building and movement.

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