If you enjoy city planning and resource management with a strategic twist, Small City: Deluxe Edition is a great pick! The Deluxe edition offers a refreshed look and more polish, making it worth the upgrade.
- Engaging city building
- Clever rondel mechanic
- Improved solo mode
- Quality components
- Initial learning curve
- Interaction can be indirect
- Pollution management is key
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The gameplay revolves around a grid board and a rondel system, where you allocate your workers to perform strategic actions. The Deluxe edition features a revised rulebook, brand-new illustrations by artist Kwanchai Moriya, and variants that enhance the experience while keeping the best of the original version. And for solo players, the solo mode has also been improved. It's a game with considerable strategic depth, ideal for those who enjoy long-term planning and efficient resource management, all while trying to balance city growth with environmental impact. Get ready for tough decisions and many hours of strategic fun!
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