The Little Prince: Make Me a Planet

Ludonaute, asmodee, Asterion Press · Board game · 2013
2–5 · best 4 25 min Weight 1.6/5
7.8 rating Ludopedia
6.9 rating BGG
Buy · from US$ 18.44
7.8 rating Ludopedia
6.9 rating BGG
Our Verdict

If you love literary themes and want something quick, this game is your slice of sky in 25 minutes.

Highlights
  • Fast and fun
  • Classic theme
  • Light strategy
  • Straightforward components
Keep in mind
  • Rules can be confusing at first
  • Player limit may affect dynamics
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About the game

What you do in a play session

In "The Little Prince: Make Me a Planet," each player’s goal is to build a welcoming planet for the beloved animals from the book: the fox, the sheep, the elephant, and the snake. The game blends territorial expansion with set‑collection strategy, all in a brisk 25‑minute playtime. At the start of each round, the starting player selects one of four stacks of tiles and draws a number of pieces equal to the number of players. They then choose one of those tiles and assign another player to pick a tile, continuing until everyone has one. The last player receives the sole remaining tile, earning the turn to start the next round. This "open drafting" mechanic creates a continuous flow of choices, where deciding who gets each tile can directly shape your planet’s composition. Players must balance the presence of baobab trees, which if three appear on a planet require those tiles to be flipped face‑down and lose points, and volcanoes, whose maximum count imposes penalties. At the end, the Little Prince’s characters appear around each planet, awarding points based on the items present. The player with the highest score wins, but beware: the player with the most volcanoes loses points proportionally. The minimalist design, with 4×4 grid pieces, ensures the game is accessible and visually appealing, while the literary theme offers a nostalgic and educational experience for fans of all ages.

Rules videos

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Best player count

BGG community vote

2–5 players
2 BEST
3 REC
4 BEST
5 REC

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Game details

Mechanics, categories, families and credits

Families

Books: The Little Prince Components: 4 x 4 Grids
Publisher Ludonaute, asmodee, Asterion Press, Broadway Toys LTD, Circoctel, Gémklub, Happy Baobab, Heidelberger Spieleverlag, Hobby Japan, Kaissa Chess & Games, Lautapelit.fi, Lex Games, Lifestyle Boardgames Ltd, MeepleBR, Moonster Games, Rebel Sp. z o.o., Rexhry, Ігромаг
Designer Antoine Bauza, Bruno Cathala
Artist Alfredo Cáceres, Antoine de Saint-Exupéry

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Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers before you buy

7 questions
How many players can play?
2 to 5 players, making it accessible for small groups or families.
How long does a game last?
Each session takes about 25 minutes, ideal for quick play or fitting into a break.
What is the complexity level?
Medium, featuring open drafting and set collection that require focus but aren’t overly complicated.
What components are used?
The game uses 4×4 square tiles for the board, plus tokens representing animals, baobab trees, and volcanoes.
Who is the game for?
Perfect for literature fans, especially of The Little Prince, and for those who enjoy light strategy with an engaging theme.
What happens if I have three baobab trees on my planet?
The three baobab tiles must be flipped face‑down, and the items on those tiles won’t score points at the end.
How is the player with the most volcanoes penalized?
They lose points equal to the number of volcanoes they have, making risk management essential.

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