The Castles of Burgundy: 9th Expansion – The Team Game

The Castles of Burgundy: 9th Expansion – The Team Game arrived as part of the 2017 Brettspiel Adventskalender and offers a fresh twist on the beloved strategy title. Instead of each player handling their own resources, two players now form a team and share everything: workers, goods, silverlings, and even two six‑sided hex tiles. Each participant still has two personal storage spots, but the team gains two additional shared spaces, creating a constant cooperative feel. Dice rolls still determine worker strength, while set collection of tiles and careful placement on the board preserve the territory‑building core that fans love. Playtime ranges from 30 to 90 minutes depending on familiarity, and the complexity stays in the medium range (BGG weight 3.7). The main components are new hex tiles and shared resource markers. Because the game runs in pairs, communication is key: deciding who uses which worker each turn can swing the outcome. If you already enjoy The Castles of Burgundy, you’ll find the team experience refreshing and full of new strategic angles, without losing the sense of control over your medieval fief. The expansion also makes a great entry point for those who struggle playing solo, as it lets you split decision‑making while still competing against another duo.