Small City Deluxe: Summer Expansion

AVStudioGames, Giant Roc · Board game · 2024
1–4 Solo 30–150 min
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8.1 rating BGG
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Our Verdict

The perfect expansion for those wanting to boost the complexity and visual flair of their Small City!

Highlights
  • New resource challenges
  • Real city settings
  • Greater strategic depth
  • Amazing thematic components
Keep in mind
  • Requires base game
  • Increases complexity
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About the game
If you're already a fan of Small City Deluxe and feel your metropolis needs a bit more life (and maybe a little more chaos), the Small City Deluxe: Summer Expansion is here to provide that major upgrade! As the third seasonal expansion in the series, it definitely doesn't hold back. Summer has arrived, bringing new challenges that will require you to think far beyond the basics of city management.

The big highlight here is the introduction of water resource management. It's no longer enough to just build structures; you now need to ensure they have water, utilizing the new Water Pumps to keep everything running smoothly. Additionally, the game gains an extra layer of depth with new action characters and specialized citizens, such as teachers and workers, who bring unique dynamics to your board.

For those who crave variety, the expansion offers new settings inspired by real North American cities, including a brand-new beach terrain that completely shifts the aesthetic and placement strategy. You'll also be able to construct world-famous landmarks like the Statue of Liberty and the Golden Gate Bridge, taking your urban project to the next level. With new leisure buildings, fresh promise cards, and a citizen variant that utilizes components from the base game, the Summer Expansion turns Small City into a much richer, more complex, and more enjoyable experience. It is the perfect seasoning for players looking to expand their urban horizons and test new economic growth tactics under the summer sun!
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Crowdfunding: Kickstarter Digital Implementations: Tabletopia Series: Small City Trilogy (Alban Viard)
Publisher AVStudioGames, Giant Roc
Designer Alban Viard
Artist Kwanchai Moriya
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I play this expansion solo?
Yes! It works perfectly for 1-4 players, just like the base game.
Do I need the base game to play?
Absolutely. This is an expansion and does not contain the full game to play from scratch.
Does the expansion significantly increase playtime?
It might increase it slightly due to new mechanics, but it maintains the agile spirit of the original game.
What are the main new mechanics?
The main one is water management with Water Pumps, plus new citizen types and terrains.
Is this expansion very difficult?
It adds layers of strategy, making the game slightly denser, but without losing the fun.
Who do you recommend this for?
For those who have mastered Small City and want new settings and resource management challenges.