Sunrise Lane

Horrible Guild, Arclight Games, Cranio Creations · Board game · 2023
2–4 · best 3 45 min Weight 1.4/5
8.0 rating Ludopedia
7.0 rating BGG
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8.0 rating Ludopedia
7.0 rating BGG
Our Verdict

Enjoy a quick game of building and light strategy? Sunrise Lane is the right pick to build your neighborhood!

Highlights
  • Fast and satisfying building
  • Clever hand management
  • Fun area control
  • Varied final scoring
Keep in mind
  • Little direct player interaction
  • Theme can be generic
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About the game
In Sunrise Lane, you become the construction tycoon, ready to build the next hot neighborhood in town! The goal is simple: pick the best plots and build houses and buildings that will score points. The board is a grid full of spaces, each with a number of colored dots. Your cards also have colors, but don't worry, the space's color is what matters for building there. On your turn, you can draw two new cards for your hand (but only five fit!) or discard cards of the same color as the space to place your buildings. The more cards you discard of the right color, the more of your pieces can go on the plot, and scoring is based on the space's dot count multiplied by your pieces. The trick is that you can build multiple times in a row, as long as each new building is adjacent to the previous one. The game speeds up and ends when someone has few pieces left in their supply. Then comes the final scoring: some districts award points to those who built highest, others to those who built the most houses, and there are even bonuses for connecting the most buildings in sequence. It's a fast-paced game with a dash of strategy in hand management and area control, perfect for those who enjoy watching a neighborhood grow before their eyes.
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Theme: Construction
Publisher Horrible Guild, Arclight Games, Cranio Creations, Gigamic, White Goblin Games
Designer Reiner Knizia
Artist Francesco De Benedittis
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average playtime for Sunrise Lane?
A game of Sunrise Lane usually lasts around 45 minutes, making it quite quick.
How many players can participate?
The game is designed for 2 to 4 players, working well at all counts.
Is Sunrise Lane a difficult game to learn?
No, the complexity is considered low (1.44/5 on BGG), ideal for families and casual players.
What are the main components of the game?
You'll find a game board, many colored house pieces, and a deck of colored cards.
Who do you recommend Sunrise Lane for?
It's a great choice for those looking for a light, fast game with building elements and a touch of strategy in card and area management.
Is there any language dependency?
No, Sunrise Lane has no language dependency on its cards or board.